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    The Tree Nut Allergy

    Presentation By: Megan Martin, Thomas Goeke


    The 12 Edible Tree Nuts
    Almonds
    English Walnuts
    Hazelnuts/Filberts
    Chestnuts
    Pecans
    Cashews
    Pine Nuts
    Pistachios
    Macadamia Nuts
    Brazil Nuts
    Black Walnuts
    Coconuts
    Background Information
    An allergen is defined as a protein that causes and abnormal immune reaction
    that can often be dangerous to the persons health.
    About 1.1% of Americans are affected by Peanut and/or Tree Nut Allergies
    Of these 12 tree nuts, all have the potential to cause allergies
    Some allergies are more common than others
    English Walnuts
    Hazelnuts
    Almonds
    Cashews
    Brazil Nuts
    Pistachios, Pine Nuts, Macadamia Nuts are less commonly reported
    Chestnuts, Black Walnuts, and Coconuts are very rare and almost never
    studied
    Common Food Sources of Tree Nuts

    o Snack and Trail Mixes o Barbeque Sauces


    o Granola and Granola Bars o Some Cold Cuts
    o Breakfast Cereals o Some Alcoholic Drinks
    o Energy Bars o Salads and Salad Toppings
    o Chocolates/Candies o Pasta Dishes and Sauces
    o Flavored Coffee and Creamers o Seafood Dishes
    o Snack Crackers o Ice Cream
    o Cookies, Desserts, and Other Baked Goods o Smoothies and other blended beverages
    o Marinades
    Symptoms of an Allergic Reaction
    Symptoms vary from person to person and the severity of the individuals
    allergy
    Severe Symptoms Include Mild Symptoms Include

    o Obstructive swelling of the lips, o Hives (reddish, swollen, itchy areas on the skin)
    tongue, and/or throat o Rash (normally dry, itchy, and persistent)
    o Trouble swallowing o Redness of the skin or around the eyes
    o Itchy mouth or inner ear
    o Shortness of breath or
    o Nausea or vomiting
    wheezing o Diarrhea
    o Turning blue
    o Stomach or abdominal pains
    o Drop in blood pressure (feeling o Nasal congestion or a runny nose
    faint, confused, weak, passing o Sneezing
    out) o Slight, dry cough
    o Loss of consciousness o Odd taste in mouth
    o Chest pain o Uterine contractions
    Treating/Managing a Tree Nut Allergy

    There is no cure
    The only treatment for a reaction is an epinephrine dose, and can be
    administered by the individual through the form of an Epi Pen or other auto-
    injectors
    Recommended that one should always seek medical treatment, even when
    Epi-Pen is affective in reversing the reaction
    Recommended that those identified as having a tree nut allergy also be
    allergen tested to identify other possible triggers
    Large correlation between those with peanut allergies and tree nut allergies
    Some possibility that the allergy can be outgrown but there is still a chance of
    recurrence
    Avoiding Accidental Contact

    Be attentive
    Read Labels
    Check ingredient Lists
    Check Allergen Statements
    Ask Questions
    Make restaurant staff aware of allergies
    Double Check!
    Look for Allergen Free Statements
    References
    Allergy/Allergen Definition. Dictionary.com. Dictionary.com, Web. 05Nov. 2015.
    Fleischer, D. (2007). The Natural History of Peanut and Tree Nut Allergy. Current
    Allergy & Asthma Reports, 7(3), 175-181.doi:10.1007/s11882-007-0018-y
    Food Allergies: Reducing the Risks. (2015, September 10). Retrieved November 6,
    2015, <http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm089307.htm>
    Food Allergies: What You Need to Know. (2015, September 2). Retrieved November 6,
    2015,<http://www.fda.gov/Food/IngredientsPackagingLabeling/FoodAllergens/ucm0
    79311.htm>
    Sicherer, S., Munoz-Furlong, A., & Samson, H. (2003, December 11). Prevalence of
    Peanut and Tree Nut Allergies in the US. Retrieved November 6, 2015.
    Teuber, S., Comstock, S., Sathe, S., & Roux, K. (2003). Tree Nut Allergy. Current
    Allergy & Asthma Reports, 3(1), 54-61.doi:10.1007/s11882-003-0013-x
    Tree Nut Allergy - Food Allergy Research & Education. American Academyof Allergy,
    Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). (n.d.). Retrieved November 6, 2015.
    <http://www.foodallergy.org/allergens/tree-nut-allergy>
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