Food Allergens
Explore common food allergens, their risk levels, and symptoms.

Peanut
High Risk
One of the most common food allergens that can cause severe reactions such as anaphylaxis.
Common Symptoms
Anaphylaxis
Swelling
Vomiting

Tree Nuts
High Risk
Allergy to tree nuts like walnuts and almonds can be severe, causing hives, swelling, and even anaphylaxis.
Common Symptoms
Anaphylaxis
Swelling
Rash
Hives
Vomiting

Cow Milk
High Risk
A major food allergen that can cause symptoms like hives, respiratory issues, and is a leading cause of anaphylaxis.
Common Symptoms
Hives
Respiratory issues
Anaphylaxis

Egg
Medium Risk
Egg allergy can cause hives, digestive issues, and, in rare cases, anaphylaxis.
Common Symptoms
Hives
Digestive issues
Anaphylaxis

Wheat
Medium Risk
Can cause reactions like hives and respiratory symptoms; anaphylaxis is rare but possible.
Common Symptoms
Hives
Respiratory symptoms
Anaphylaxis

Soy
Medium Risk
Often causes mild to moderate symptoms such as skin irritation or digestive problems, but severe reactions can also occur.
Common Symptoms
Skin irritation
Digestive problems
Severe reactions

Sesame
High Risk
Sesame allergy can be severe, leading to multi-system reactions like anaphylaxis.
Common Symptoms
Severe reactions
Anaphylaxis

Fish
High Risk
Fish allergy (e.g., cod or salmon) is more common in adults and can range from mild hives to severe anaphylaxis.
Common Symptoms
Mild hives
Severe anaphylaxis

Shellfish (Shrimp)
High Risk
Shellfish allergies, including shrimp and crab, are common and potentially dangerous, leading to hives, itching, and anaphylaxis.
Common Symptoms
Hives
Itching
Anaphylaxis