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FOOD ALLERGY
How a Dietitian Can Help with Food Allergy
Approximately one in three Australians will develop an allergy at some point in their lives.
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Having a clear understanding of the management of food allergy is important for living safely with an allergy. An allergy is when your immune system has an inappropriate reaction to the protein in food leading to mild to severe reaction.
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The most common food allergies in Australia are:
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Peanuts
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Tree nuts (macadamia, hazelnuts, almonds etc)
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Egg
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Cow's milk
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Seafood
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Fish
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