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.
Check the package rather than remember the list. Photograph the barcode and the app reads the ingredients and flags what you marked.
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This reference is for information only and does not replace advice from your doctor.