By Dawn DiMarco What is a Tree Nut Allergy A tree nut allergy is one of the most common allergies in the United States Its a hypersensitivity to dietary substances from tree nuts causing an overreaction from the immune system ID: 598524
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Tree Nut Allergy
By: Dawn DiMarcoSlide2
What is a Tree Nut Allergy?
A tree nut allergy is one of the most common allergies in the United States. It’s a hypersensitivity to dietary substances from tree nuts causing an overreaction from the immune system.Slide3
Life Threatening?
YES! It overreacts the immune system which may cause the throat to close, which causing lack of breathing.Slide4
Approximately
0.6% of Americans suffer from a tree nut allergy.
http://medicineworld.org/medince/allergy/allergy-statistics.htmlSlide5
Dietary Restrictions
Cashews
Pecans
Almonds
Walnuts
Brazil Nuts
Filbert
Macadamia
Coconut
HazelnutSlide6
How to Avoid?
Always read labels on food products.
Make sure restaurants you visit are aware of your food allergy before you order your food.
Always carry an EpiPen on your person at all times.Slide7
Interesting Facts
Only 9% of children out grow a tree nut allergy.
Peanuts and Seeds are not a restriction and are commonly confused for tree nuts.
Some unexpected sources of tree nuts are :
Barbeque sauce
Pancakes
Pasta
Pie Crust
Honey
Salad