Food Allergies and Intolerances

What is a common example of food intolerance?

• Lactose intolerance

• Nut allergy

• Shellfish allergy

• Soy allergy

Food allergies can be life-threatening in their most severe state, known as ________.

• Anaphylaxis

• Intolerance

• Indigestion

• Nausea

Which of the following foods is commonly associated with food allergies?

• Rice

• Nuts

• Apples

• Carrots

An individual with a food allergy must carry their _______ at all times.

• EpiPen

• Water bottle

• Snack

• Phone

What is a proactive way to help manage food allergy conditions?

• Avoid specialists

• Develop an anaphylaxis plan

• Ignore symptoms

• Eat allergenic foods.

Cross contamination can occur when purchasing and processing food products. True or False?

• True

• False

What should you do if you have a food intolerance?

• Eat whatever you like

• Choose meals that do not contain foods you are intolerant to

• Ignore it

• Only eat at home

Why is it important to be mindful of cross-contamination when preparing food?

• It can make you feel sick

• It saves time

• It is more fun

• It is unnecessary.

To avoid cross-contamination, you should be careful when ______ food products.

• purchasing

• ignoring

• throwing away

• hiding

Which of the following is a recommended practice for managing food intolerances?

• Eating foods you are intolerant to

• Informing restaurant staff of your intolerance

• Ignoring cross-contamination

• Not checking food labels