Decoding Food Labels: Tools for People with Food Allergies

Abstract

The goal of this publication is to provide information to help consumers understand ingredient statements on food packages, so they can avoid foods and food-products that might contain specific allergens. It also differentiates between allergies and intolerances, and discusses the potential for cross-contamination of foods both in and away from the home. This document is FCS8781, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, IFAS, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611. First published: November 2004. FCS8781/FY723: Decoding Food Labels: Tools for People with Food Allergies (ufl.edu)

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• FY723