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Food Allergies
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09/20/2024

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Term

Allergens

Definition

These are substances that can cause allergic reactions in some people. Eating them can lead to symptoms like itching and swelling or even more serious reactions like anaphylaxis.

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Alternatives

Definition

 The possibility of choice from what is usual.

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Anaphylaxis

Definition

      A severe and life-threatening allergic reaction.

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Composite Food. 

Definition

Food made from a mixture of various ingredients, often processed.

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Cross-contamination. 

Definition

 This is the process by which hazardous microorganisms are transferred from one substance to another.

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Dietary Limitations or Restrictions.

Definition

the restrictions that an individual has to follow due to health condition.

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HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points). 

Definition

controlling food safety hazards to prevent contamination.

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Hidden Allergens.

Definition

 Foods, preservatives, or products that may be allergenic but are not included in the label.

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Lactose Intolerance.

Definition

inability of an individual to digest foods that contain lactose.

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Plant-Based Meat Replacements. 

Definition

Foods made from plants that imitate the taste and texture of meat.

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Ready-to-Eat Foods.

Definition

Foods that are ready for consumption.

 

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Sensory Features. 

Definition

Characteristics of foods that are perceived by the senses, such as taste, smell, and texture.

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