Food Allergies List Template

The 14 major food allergens include milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, crustacean shellfish, sesame, celery, mustard, lupin, mollusks, and sulfites. These allergens are responsible for most food-related allergic reactions and must be clearly labeled on food products in many regions.

Allergens in food are specific proteins that trigger an immune response in individuals with a food allergy. These proteins cause allergic reactions ranging from mild to potentially life-threatening symptoms like anaphylaxis.

Ten rare food allergies include red meat, coconut, corn, sunflower seeds, gelatin, mango, mushrooms, vanilla, flaxseed, and lettuce. Though uncommon, these foods can still cause severe allergic responses in sensitized individuals.