Tag: Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA)
The UK Recall Causing Uproar on Social Media
The UK Food Standards Agency is being ridiculed on social media after the recall of a popular spread for mislabeling.
Study: Sesame Allergy Common Among Children with Food Allergy in Small...
While seeking to determine IgE levels that predict clinical reactivity to sesame, this study found sesame allergy prevalent in a small cohort.
A Look Inside an Ongoing Food Allergy Lawsuit: Hult vs Daniele...
We talk with Laurel Francoeur, the attorney for the plaintiffs, who walks us through the case.
Food Allergy 101: Anatomy of a Customer Service Response Regarding Allergens
So you've taken the first step by reaching out to the manufacturer and they've responded with a message detailing their procedures. Or have they?
The Amanda Huynh Tragedy and Flawed Allergen Labeling in the US
Amanda's loss may well have been avoided had more clear and effective labeling regulations been in place.
Undeclared Allergens Top Reason for Food Recalls in 2017
Food Safety Magazine's annual summary of the prior year's food recalls is not good news for food allergy sufferers.
Australian Study: Food Allergy Sufferers at Significant Risk from Pre-Packaged Foods
Study uncovered a number of anaphylactic reactions to undisclosed allergens over a three-month period.
Advisory: Beware of Allergies to Edible Insects
Bring the epinephrine along if you plan on munching on crunchy grasshopper.
Help Finding Foods for Families with (Multiple) Allergies
It's pull-out-your-hair frustrating, but we provide resources that can help.
Study: Confusing Food Labels Place Allergic Consumers At Risk
"Our findings underscore the challenges people with food allergies face in deciding if a food product is safe to eat."
