Mythbuster: What's fact and what's fiction?

Mythbusters is our regular newsletter feature which addresses common myths and misconceptions about food allergy and anaphylaxis.

Read below for some of the topics we covered this year, the information can help you and others celebrate the holidays safely and confidently with food allergy. It’s important to know what’s fact versus fiction, and to let others know too.

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Does someone with a tree nut allergy have to avoid all foods with “nut” in the name?

Is dark chocolate safe for someone with a milk allergy?

Are vegan products safe for those with milk and/or egg allergy?

Help us educate your communities and share this mythbuster with them! Find more mythbusters at foodallergycanada.ca/mythbusters.

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Mythbuster: What’s fact and what’s fiction?