Tree nuts allergy: where it hides in an ingredients list
Tree nuts are rarely labeled simply as "nuts" in ingredients; specific types are listed, or pastes and flours are used in confectionery.
Names it appears under
- almond
- hazelnut
- cashew
- pistachio
- walnut
- pecan
- macadamia
- Brazil nut
- marzipan
- praline
- nougat
- nut paste
- almond flour
Where you expect it
- nuts
- nut butters
- marzipan
- baklava
- muesli
Where you do not
- pesto
- plant-based milk
- meat sauces
- ice cream and desserts
- liqueurs
- baked goods with "nut" flavor
- flavored cheeses
Frequently asked questions
- Does an allergy to one nut mean an allergy to all?
- Not necessarily. Cashews and pistachios, or walnuts and pecans, are related and often trigger reactions together, but the specific set is individual and determined by a doctor.
- Is coconut a nut?
- Botanically, no, and it is usually not included in mandatory disclosure lists. If you have a nut allergy, this is a separate question for your doctor.
- How do I check whether a product contains tree nuts?
- Photograph the barcode or the ingredients panel — the app reads the list and warns you if it finds anything you have flagged. Three checks are free, with no account.
- How do I avoid ordering a dish with tree nuts in a restaurant?
- Photograph the menu — the app reads the items and marks the ones whose name suggests an allergen you flagged. A menu carries no ingredients list, so the check is approximate: hidden ingredients are visible only in the kitchen.
Check the package rather than remember the list. Photograph the barcode and the app reads the ingredients and flags what you marked.
Other allergens: Milk · Egg · Peanut · Fish · Crustaceans · Mollusks · Soy · Gluten · all fourteen
This reference is for information only and does not replace advice from your doctor.