2 Noteworthy Food Label Facts You Don't Want to Shop Without
Before putting that item in your cart, let's talk about 2 noteworthy food label facts...
➡️ Contains
Government agencies regulate these warning labels, such as the FDA in the United States and Health Canada. Therefore food companies must use these labels to disclose allergens either at the end of the ingredients list or within it.
⚠️ But, they're typically only required to reveal the top 9 most common allergens, which means other allergens might be in the food but not disclosed. 😬
➡️ May Contain!
And the annoyingly vague "may contain" section?
⚠️ This section is not typically regulated, but usually completely voluntary? This means food companies don't have to inform you when a food may have inadvertently come into contact with a top allergen during production. 🤯 Hello, cross-contamination!
So what's an allergy warrior to do?
Every allergy is different. Each individual has their own allergy threshold and comfort level.
When you feel uncomfortable with a food label, go straight to the manufacturer for the info you need to feel safe. Direct communication is one of the best ways to learn about the food you're buying & cross-contamination risks in a facility.
Many food manufacturers list information under FAQs on their websites. Other times, there's an email, mailing address, or phone number you can use to reach out.
As you learn more about each food label, you're building a list of items you know are allergen-safe, making each purchase a little easier as time goes by. 🧃☑️
After all, with food allergies, knowledge truly does give you the power & confidence to navigate as the epic allergy warrior you are.
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