Page 14 - The Ultimate Guidebook for Teens with Food Allergies

Note about Sulphites
Sulphites are food additives used as preservatives to maintain food colour and prolong shelf-life. Although sulphites do not cause a true allergic reaction, sulphite-sensitive people may experience similar reactions as those with food allergies, or may have other adverse symptoms.
These priority allergens have special rules when it comes to ingredient labelling. You can learn about them in the “Reading Ingredients” chapter.
But allergies don’t just stop at foods. Other common causes include medicine (such as penicillin and amoxicillin), latex (commonly found in medical gloves, balloons, and condoms), and insect venom (bee stings and ant bites).
Although rare, exercise-induced anaphylaxis is a real issue where the exertion from exercise can trigger symptoms when combined with a specific food. There is another cause, which is quite complex, called “idiopathic anaphylaxis”, where there is no known trigger.
Quick Tip - Remember, allergists have the tests and knowledge needed to properly diagnose allergies. What would you say? (Q&A)
Arianne, Hannah, and Nicole
What’s one allergy you wish you could trade?
Arianne - One allergy I wish I could trade would be my freshwater fish allergy. It is the most recent allergy that I’ve developed. It has been hard to come to terms with it since I had previously enjoyed fish as a healthy meal. But I’ve since learned to look for other options with similar nutrients.