Peanuts can cause severe allergic reactions. If prescribed, carry epinephrine at all times.
Artificial nuts can be peanuts that have been deflavored and reflavored with a nut, such as pecan or walnut.
Mandelonas are peanuts soaked in almond flavoring.
Arachis oil is peanut oil.
Avoid chocolate candies unless you are certain there is no risk of cross-contact during manufacturing procedures.
African, Chinese, Indonesian, Mexican, Thai, and Vietnamese dishes often contain peanuts, or are contaminated with peanuts during preparation.
Foods sold in bakeries and ice cream shops are often in contact with peanuts.
Many brands of sunflower seeds are produced on equipment shared with peanuts.
Most allergic individuals can safely eat peanut oil (not cold pressed, expelled, or extruded peanut oil - sometimes represented as gourmet oils).
Most experts recommend peanut-allergic patients avoid tree nuts as well.
Peanuts can be found in many foods. Check all labels carefully. Contact the manufacturer if you have questions.
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