Shop carefully and educate yourself about manufacturing processes. Learn to correctly read ingredient labels . Read them every time you buy a product, in case the ingredients have changed. Put the allergy in perspective . The actual number of food allergy deaths is small.
Some reactions are fatal but prompt emergency treatment saves lives.
Most deaths are preventable. Carry your emergency medications always and everywhere. Carry extras when far from a hospital. Wear a Medic Alert bracelet . Get clear emergency instructions from your allergist.