WorksheetsFood Allergies and Intolerances
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What are the common food allergens?
Milk, eggs, peanuts, nuts, fish, shellfish, soy, and wheat
Bananas, oranges, grapes
Carrots, broccoli, spinach
Chicken, beef, pork
How many allergens have been identified?
12
13
14
16
True or False - Food intolerances is a rapid and potentially serious response to a food by your immune system. It can trigger classic allergy symptoms such as a rash, wheezing and itching.
True
False
Which are signs of an allergic reaction?
Swollen lips, tongue, or mouth
Red rash
Hard time breathing
All of the above
What are symptoms for a food intolerance?
Diarrhoea
Constant Tiredness and Weakness
Nausea
Pain in joints + muscles and bloating
All of the above
Some people may have a condition known as 'Coeliac Disease'. These children cannot tolerate...
Lactose
Gluten
Fructose
Eggs
Coeliac is a intolerance to the protein gluten, gluten is found in:
Milk products: milk, cream, cheese, butter
Wheat products: Wheat, rye, barley, oats
Plant foods: Nuts, seeds, lentils
What percentage of all adults in the UK are affected by food allergy?
1-2%
10-12%
20-22%
35-38%
In what year did information on any of the 14 allergens used as ingredients will need to be provided for foods sold without packaging or wrapped on site, e.g. in delis, cafes and restaurants.
2012
2014
2016
2020
