Peanut Allergy: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the peanut allergy philosophy?
Sunnybeam only serves nut-free snacks. Each parent is responsible for providing lunch for their child.
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What if I have a peanut allergy?
You should always consult your doctor if you have a peanut allergy prior to taking the product.
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Is the Cambridge Diet suitable for anyone with peanut allergy?
The chocolate coated bars are not suitable but all the diet drinks and soups are. The presence of peanut oil is listed in the ingredients on the wrappers of all the bars except Chocolate. Although the Chocolate flavour bar does not have peanut oil as a separate ingredient, it does contain vegetable oil, and as such there is no absolute guarantee that peanut oil may not be present even in a minute amount. Peanut allergy can be life threatening. ...
Source: www.cambridge-diet.co.uk
How many people have a peanut allergy?
Recent population based studies in the United States, UK, and Canada estimate that approximately 0.6 – 1.5% of the U.S. population has a peanut allergy.
Source: www.nationalpeanutboard.org
Is peanut allergy related to other allergies?
Peanut allergy is not directly releted to other allergies, but some people are more likely to develop allergies to things in general, so if they have an allergy to one thing, there is more likelihood they could also develop an allergy to another, apparently unrelated, allergen.
Source: www.peanut-allergy.co.uk
Is it true that people with peanut allergy shoud avoid E471 and E472?
It is technically possible for these ingredients to be derived from peanut oil, although highly unlikely. Even if peanut oil was the source the risk of any allergic reaction would be extremely low because the oil has been
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Should people with peanut allergy avoid E471 or E472?
It is technically possible for these ingredients to be derived from peanut oil, although it's highly unlikely. Even if peanut oil was the source, the risk of an allergic reaction would be extremely low because the oil would have been refined.
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I have a peanut allergy. What precautions will be taken?
All students are required to fill out a personal information form detailing any special needs including dietary concerns before they arrive in residence. However, parents of students with severe peanut allergies should be aware that New College cannot guarantee access to a peanut free environment. Therefore, it is a personal decision whether to participate in the residence option.
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I have a child with peanut allergy. Will his young brother develop it?
Because there is allergy in your family, there is a high chance that the younger sibling will also be prone to allergies. But these will not necessarily be severe. There is only a seven per cent risk of this second child developing peanut allergy, compared with a 1-2 per cent risk in a child from a non-allergic family. Back to Top The Anaphylaxis Campaign is a registered charity which relies on donations and subscriptions. If you have found the information on this site helpful, please consider making a donation
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I have a child with a peanut allergy, is it safe to have the cake and pizza?
La Dolce Vita, where we order the cakes from, guarantees the white cake to be peanut free and we order the pizza from Domino's which is also peanut free.
One of our Scouts has a severe peanut allergy and cannot eat in the Dining Hall, what alternative are there?
Scouts with severe allergies can have their meals packaged for consumption in their campsite. Please make sure the extent of the allergy is known by the Health Officer so this alternative can be arranged. It will be the responsibility of your unit leadership to see that this meal is picked up from the kitchen and brought to your Scout.
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Is it safe to prescribe products containing arachis (peanut) oil where peanut allergy is known or suspected?
Oils obtained from nuts can be said to be "crude" or "refined". A report in 1998 from the Department of Health's Committee on Toxicity of Chemicals in Food, Consumer Products and the Environment has advised that refined arachis oil does not contain allergenic peanut proteins. As Arachis Oil BP contains refined arachis oil it is unlikely to cause a reaction in those with peanut allergy. ...
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Oils obtained from nuts can be said to be "crude" or "refined". A report in 1998 from the Department of Health's Committee on Toxicity of Chemicals in Food, Consumer Products and the Environment has advised that refined arachis oil does not contain allergenic peanut proteins. As Arachis Oil BP contains refined arachis oil it is unlikely to cause a reaction in those with peanut allergy. ...
Source: bnfc.org
My child has a special diet (i.e. peanut allergy) ... what food do you offer?
DPEP is a PEANUT/ NUT FREE childcare centre. Parents and children are not allowed to bring in any food at all. We provide nutritious snacks and a caterer provides peanut/nut and trans fat free lunches. Check out the ‘menu’ on our website. We celebrate birthdays with candles and singing. We make provisions for those children who are vegetarian, vegan, lactose intolerant or other, as well.
Source: www.dpep.ca
I have a peanut allergy that is mild/moderate/severe. Can Bittersweet accommodate me?
Bittersweet produces food in a small kitchen with an in-house bakery that uses nuts and nut derivatives on a daily basis. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that the product that you or your guests consume has not come in contact with nuts or nut derivatives at some point. I need service staff. Our goal is to provide you with a terrific catered experience - great food, service and value as well as to make entertaining fast, easy and simple. ...
Source: www.bittersweet.cc
I have a peanut allergy. Can Frontier provide a peanut free environment?
At Frontier, our concern is for the health and safety of all those who choose to travel with us. Although occasionally a passenger may advise a Frontier representative that he or she is allergic to a particular food, substance, or chemical, Frontier does not remove items from the aircraft. We do serve a variety of snacks on board many flights, including products that may contain peanuts or tree nuts, and therefore cannot provide "peanut-free" service to passengers. ...
Source: www.frontierairlines.com
My daughter has a peanut allergy. Can she still come to camp?
Yes, your daughter is welcome at camp. We do not have a ‘peanut free’ camp but we can make your daughter’s unit a ‘peanut free’ unit. Our staff is familiar with children with life-threatening peanut allergies, and we do everything necessary to keep your camper safe.
Source: www.daycamp.maringirlscouts.org
My child has a peanut allergy, can he/she eat your cookies?
We would love to say yes, but ... though the current range of cookies do not contain nuts, AND, we have never had nuts in our kitchen. That being said, we can’t guarantee our product is 100% (completely) nut-free.
Source: www.frozencookies.com
My child has a peanut allergy, do you have anything that is 100% safe for him?
Yes, any pre-designed theme can be changed to accommodate dietary restrictions (i.e., peanut, soy, wheat, etc). Likewise for any custom orders
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