Category: Tree Nut Allergen
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Common Seed Allergens and Their Cross-Reactivity
Comparison of Common Seed Allergens and Their Cross-Reactivity Seed Major Allergens Protein Family Molecular Weight (kDa) Cross-Reactive Foods Severity of Cross-Reactivity Pine nut Pin p 1, Pin p 3 2S…
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Latex-Fruit Syndrome and Its Impact on Tree Nut Allergies
Latex-Fruit Syndrome is a cross-reactivity phenomenon where individuals allergic to latex develop allergic reactions to certain fruits and nuts due to shared proteins. This reaction is mediated by IgE antibodies that recognize structurally similar allergens between natural rubber…
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Macadamia Nut: Cross-Reactivity with Other Food Groups
Macadamia Nut Cross-Reactivity with Other Food Groups Macadamia Allergen Cross-Reactive Food Group Molecular Similarity (%) Severity of Cross-Reactivity Mac i 1 (11S Globulin) Tree Nuts (Walnut, Pecan, Almond) 85 High…
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Epitope Mapping of Cashew Allergens (Anacardium occidentale)
Epitope mapping is a crucial process in understanding how IgE antibodies recognize specific regions of cashew allergenic proteins. This helps in identifying cross-reactivity with other nuts and potential targets for hypoallergenic food processing and immunotherapy.…
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Tree Nuts – Reading the Label
Understanding Hidden Tree Nut Ingredients Tree nuts are commonly used in a variety of processed foods, baked goods, and even personal care products. Reading ingredient labels and being aware of…
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Tree Nuts Allergy – Common Foods That May Contain Hidden Tree Nuts
Understanding Hidden Tree Nut Ingredients Tree nuts are commonly used in a variety of processed foods, baked goods, and even personal care products. Reading ingredient labels and being aware of…
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Tree Nut-Derived Hidden Ingredients
Category Common Products Containing Tree Nuts Hidden Tree Nut-Derived Ingredients Processed Foods Granola bars, protein bars, cereals, snack mixes Nut flour (almond, walnut, hazelnut), chopped nuts in mixes Baked Goods…