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Tree Nut Allergy By: Dawn DiMarco

Tree Nut Allergy By: Dawn DiMarco. What is a Tree Nut Allergy?. A tree nut allergy is one of the most common allergies in the United States. It’s a hypersensitivity to dietary substances from tree nuts causing an overreaction from the immune system. Life Threatening?.

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Tree Nut Allergy By: Dawn DiMarco

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  1. Tree Nut AllergyBy: Dawn DiMarco

  2. What is a Tree Nut Allergy? • A tree nut allergy is one of the most common allergies in the United States. • It’s a hypersensitivity to dietary substances from tree nuts causing an overreaction from the immune system.

  3. Life Threatening? • YES! It overreacts the immune system which may cause the throat to close, which causing lack of breathing.

  4. http://medicineworld.org/medince/allergy/allergy-statistics.htmlhttp://medicineworld.org/medince/allergy/allergy-statistics.html Approximately 0.6% of Americans suffer from a tree nut allergy.

  5. Dietary Restrictions • Cashews • Pecans • Almonds • Walnuts • Brazil Nuts • Filbert • Macadamia • Coconut • Hazelnut

  6. How to Avoid? • Always read labels on food products. • Make sure restaurants you visit are aware of your food allergy before you order your food. • Always carry an EpiPen on your person at all times.

  7. Interesting Facts • Only 9% of children out grow a tree nut allergy. • Peanuts and Seeds are not a restriction and are commonly confused for tree nuts. • Some unexpected sources of tree nuts are : • Barbeque sauce • Pancakes • Pasta • Pie Crust • Honey • Salad

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