Food allergies affect millions of people and reactions can range from mild symptoms to serious medical emergencies. Explore our practical guides to common food allergies, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis and everyday management.
Food Allergy Guides
Egg Allergy
Symptoms, diagnosis and practical advice for managing egg allergy safely in everyday life.
Milk Allergy
Understanding milk allergy including symptoms, triggers and safe alternatives.
Peanut Allergy
Learn about peanut allergy symptoms, risks and how to manage it safely.
Tree Nut Allergy
Understanding tree nut allergy including symptoms, common triggers and how to manage reactions safely in everyday life.
Sesame Allergy
Learn about sesame allergy symptoms, hidden sources of sesame and how to avoid accidental exposure.
Soya Allergy
A guide to soya allergy including symptoms, common foods containing soya and practical tips for managing it safely.
Wheat Allergy
Learn about wheat allergy symptoms, diagnosis and how it differs from coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.
Fish Allergy
Information on fish allergy including symptoms, cross-reactions between fish species and how to avoid exposure.
Shellfish Allergy
Understand shellfish allergy including reactions to foods like prawns, crab and lobster and how to manage risks.
Legume Allergy
Learn about legume allergy including reactions to foods such as peas, lentils, chickpeas and beans
Celery Allergy
A guide to celery allergy including symptoms, common foods containing celery and how to check ingredient labels.
Mustard Allergy
Understand mustard allergy including symptoms, and how to manage it when eating out or buying packaged foods.
Lupin Allergy
Learn about lupin allergy, an emerging allergen found in some flours and baked goods, and how to recognise it on labels.
Sulphite Sensitivity
Information on sulphite sensitivity including symptoms and where sulphites are commonly found in foods and drinks.
Fruit Allergy
Learn about fruit allergies including oral allergy syndrome and how certain fruits may trigger allergic reactions.
Multiple Food Allergy Tips
Practical everyday advice for managing multiple food allergies with more confidence, less stress, and safer routines at home and beyond.
Hidden Sources of Milk
Learn where milk can hide in everyday foods, which ingredient names to watch for, and how to make safer choices with more confidence..
Hidden Sources of Wheat
Learn where wheat can hide in everyday foods, which ingredient names to watch for, and how to make safer choices with more confidence.
Hidden Sources of Soy
Learn where soy can hide in everyday foods, which ingredient names to watch for, and how to make safer choices with more confidence.
Hidden Sources of Sesame
Learn where sesame can hide in everyday foods, which ingredient names to watch for, and how to make safer choices with more confidence..
Allergy Substitution Guide
Practical ingredient swaps for baking, cooking, sauces, and everyday meals when managing allergies or dietary needs.
Hidden Sources of Egg
Learn where egg can hide in everyday foods, from sauces and dressings to pasta, coatings, desserts and bakery products.
Hidden Sources of Peanut
Learn where peanut can hide in everyday foods and products, from sauces and curries to chocolate, snacks, sun creams and toiletries.
Hidden Sources of Tree Nuts
Learn where tree nuts can hide in everyday foods and products, from chocolate and bakery items to sauces, skincare and toiletries.