Shellfish allergies are among the top 9 most common food allergies in the United States, affecting approximately 6.6 million Americans. However, it’s important to note that not all seafood allergies are the same. Two major…
Last week the FDA issued new draft guidance for Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food that includes a new chapter specific to allergen control programs. This chapter focuses on four key areas:…
[Updated from a previous article] Photo Credit: SeventyFour via AdobeStock How to Accommodate Allergy Needs While Hosting the Holidays Food allergies are continuing to rise and the food service industry is accommodating theneeds more today…
Food allergies are often overlooked in healthcare settings, despite the increasing number of people with food allergies. Around 32 million people¹ in the United States have food allergies, and the prevalence of food allergies in…
Though the summer heat may seem oppressive now, temperatures will cool, leaves will change, and the Fall semester for colleges and universities will start. With the beginning of a new school year comes many exciting…
If you have spent any time in the foodservice industry, then chances are you have had at least one interaction with a food allergic diner. Food allergies are on the rise in America, which means…
Chances are, if you work in the food service industry, you’ve come into contact with a customer with a severe food allergy. Food allergies are increasingly becoming more and more common among Americans. While many…
Food Allergy Myths: True or False 1. MYTH— A food allergen can be cooked away if the temperature gets hot enough. FALSE—Unlike microbiological risks, heating does not destroy allergens or lessen the risk of a…
