Understanding Food Allergies Quiz

What is a food allergy?

• A dislike for certain types of food

• An immune system reaction that occurs soon after eating a certain food

• A digestive problem that happens after eating too much food

• A choice to avoid certain foods for nutritional reasons

Which of the following is NOT a common food allergen?

• Peanuts

• Shellfish

• Wheat

• Bananas

What is anaphylaxis?

• A mild allergic reaction to food

• A type of food poisoning

• A severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction

• A chronic condition that results from food allergies

Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with food allergies?

• Hives

• Swollen tongue or throat

• High blood pressure

• Difficulty breathing

How can food allergies be diagnosed?

• By avoiding exercise

• Through blood tests

• By increasing vitamin C intake

• Through a process of elimination diet

Which of the following is a recommended treatment for someone experiencing anaphylaxis?

• Drinking water

• Lying down and resting

• Administration of an epinephrine auto-injector

• Eating sugar

What role does the immune system play in food allergies?

• It helps digest allergenic proteins

• It mistakenly identifies certain foods as harmful

• It strengthens the stomach lining against allergens

• It has no role in food allergies

Which age group is most likely to outgrow food allergies?

• Infants and toddlers

• Teenagers

• Adults over 30

• Elderly

Cross-reactivity in food allergies means:

• A person is allergic to all forms of a particular food

• A person's food allergy changes over time

• A person allergic to a specific food may also react to similar foods

• A person reacts to food additives rather than the food itself

Which of the following foods is a common allergen for children but less so for adults?

• Tree nuts

• Milk

• Fish

• Peanuts