Food Allergies
This legume is one of the most common food allergens world wide.
What is Peanuts
This nutrient is essential for building strong bones during adolescence, a time of rapid skeletal growth.
What is calcium?
Unlike food allergies, food intolerances do not involve this body system.
What is the immune system?
This B-group vitamin is vital during early pregnancy to help prevent neural tube defects in the developing baby.
What is folate
Older adults need more of this vitamin to help absorb calcium and maintain strong bones.
What is vitamin D
During a food allergy reaction, this body system mistakenly attacks harmless proteins.
What is the Immune System
Teen girls need more of this nutrient due to the onset of menstruation.
What is iron?
People with lactose intolerance have difficulty digesting this sugar found in dairy products.
What is lactose
Pregnant women need more of this mineral to support increased blood volume and prevent anemia.
What is iron
This dietary component helps prevent constipation, a common issue in late adulthood
What is fibre
This common food additive, often found in processed meats and salad dressings, can trigger allergic reactions in people sensitive to sulfites.
What are preservatives
Adolescents require more of this macronutrient to fuel increased physical activity and growth.
What are carbohydrates?
Bloating, gas, and abdominal pain are common symptoms of this type of food reaction.
What is a food intolerance
Pregnant women are advised to eat small, frequent meals throughout the day to help manage this common digestive symptom
What is morning sickness
To help prevent muscle loss in late adulthood, older adults should include this macronutrient in their diet
What is protein
In Australian schools, this type of plan outlines how to respond to a student’s allergic reaction, including the use of an EpiPen.
What is an anaphylaxis action plan
Skipping this meal is common among teens and can lead to poor concentration and lower energy levels.
What is breakfast
This type of test, often involving gradual reintroduction of foods, helps identify food intolerances.
What is an elimination diet?
In the third trimester, a pregnant woman typically needs about this many extra kilojoules per day
What is 1,200 kilojoules
Engaging in regular physical activity during late adulthood helps maintain mobility and reduce the risk of this age-related condition that weakens bones
What is osteoporosis
Australian food businesses must comply with this national code to ensure allergen information is clearly labelled and communicated.
What is the Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) Food Standards Code?
A diet high in processed foods and low in fruits and vegetables during adolescence can increase the risk of this chronic condition later in life
What is cardiovascular disease
This type of intolerance, common in Australia, requires individuals to avoid gluten-containing grains like wheat, barley, and rye, and is often confused with a wheat allergy.
What is coeliac disease
Pregnant women with gestational diabetes must monitor their intake of this macronutrient to help regulate blood sugar levels.
What are carbohydrates
A diet low in saturated fat and high in fruits and vegetables can help reduce the risk of this age-related condition.
What is cardiovascular disease