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Mythbuster: Food allergen round-up – clearing up confusion about common allergens

August 1, 2025

With back-to-school season approaching, it’s a good time to clear up confusion about common allergens with our mythbusters on peanuts, tree nuts, milk, egg, fish.

Mixed nuts on wooden table and bowlShould someone with a tree nut allergy avoid all foods with “nut” in the name?
tree nutsShould someone who has tree nut allergy avoid peanuts?
If someone has peanut allergy, should they avoid all legumes?
fish dinnerIf someone has fish allergy, should they avoid all seafood?
If someone is allergic to cow’s milk, do they need to avoid milk from other animals?
Are vegan products safe for those with milk and/or egg allergy?

Help us educate your communities and share these mythbusters with them! Find more mythbusters at foodallergycanada.ca/mythbusters.

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