Allergens - Week 5

Question 1

what is a food allergy

Answer 1

Abnormal response to food triggered by bodies immune system

Question 2

What is an allergen

Answer 2

Substance, usually a protein which causes an allergic reaction in an individual

Question 3

Food allergy symptoms include >

Answer 3

Itching
Vomiting
Tightening of throat (difficulty breathing)
Drop in blood pressure

Question 4

List 4 of the EU FIC Allergens

Answer 4

Cereal containing gluten
Milk
Fish
Nuts

Question 5

What does all pre packed food require

Answer 5

Food labeling that displays mandatory information

Question 6

How is allergen labelling different

Answer 6

When labeling an allergen it is either in bold, or using contrasting colours

Question 7

When should precautionary labels be used

Answer 7

When risk assessment has been done and there is a risk of cross contamination of allergen

Question 8

Rules for loose food

Answer 8

Allergen info should be available by speaking to staff or in a book
Info has to be easily accessible
Info has to be accurate, consistent and verifiable

Question 9

What are food alerts

Answer 9

Its a system to alert the public and food authorities to make them aware of incorrectly labelled foods and foods containing allergens