Tree Nut Allergy Information

Tree Nut Allergy Information

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Learn more about tree nut allergy, tree nut free foods, allergy testing and more.
This page will be updated as new tree nut allergy information and posts become available.

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What is a tree nut?
The nut is a hard shelled fruit of some plants having an indehiscent (not splitting open spontaneously when mature) seed. Tree nut allergies are often as serious as a peanut allergy and can be lifelong. Click on the above link for a list of common tree nuts and to learn more about tree nut allergy.

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Is coconut a tree nut?
In the US coconut is labeled as a tree nut by the FDA. Most allergists do not consider the coconut a tree nut and very few individuals are allergic. Learn more about why the coconut is such a confusing type of food.

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Coconut Oil Allergy
Learn more about coconut oil and what to do when eating out in restaurants.

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