Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies: Fish Allergies
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Remember to ALWAYS read food labels carefully and watch for hidden allergens. Hidden allergens are ingredients derived from or containing major food allergens with common names that may be unfamiliar to consumers. Foods or ingredients to AVOID if allergic to fish: (This is not an exhaustive list.)
Anchovies
Bass
Catfish
Cod
Flounder
Grouper
Haddock
Hake
Halibut
Herring
Mahi-Mahi
Perch
Pike
Pollock
Salmon
Scrod
Swordfish
Sole
Snapper
Tilapia
Trout
Tuna
Some Unexpected Sources of Fish:
Barbecue sauce
Caesar salad and Caesar dressing
Bouillabaisse
Meatloaf
Caponata (eggplant relish)
Worcestershire sauce
Imitation or artificial fish or shellfish (surimi, also known as “sea legs” or “sea sticks”) is made from fish
Alternative food sources that provide important nutrients if avoiding fish protein:
Protein: meats, poultry, dairy products, dried beans, nut butters
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Publication Date
February 2, 2021
