Food Allergens: Introduction

Every three minutes a food allergy sends someone to the emergency room in the United States. Understanding major food allergens and their effects on those with allergies is crucial to providing much-needed trust and safety to consumers. This online course focuses on an introduction to food allergens, the differences between food allergies and sensitivities, and the consequences of food allergens on those with allergies. It also walks through the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) nine Major Food Allergens and how to identify those allergens on labels.