Clearing Up the Mystery of Food Allergies

Abstract

With the increase in prevalence in food allergies and an increase in food allergy research, there is a corresponding increase in public confusion about the best way to identify and manage food allergies. Current descriptions are provided to clarify the various types of adverse food reactions, specifically what is classified as food allergy and the different types of food allergies. Understanding the type of food allergy can be crucial to making a formal medical diagnosis and providing high-quality nutrition care. Patients rely on healthcare teams' expertise to manage their food allergy and improve their quality of life. A summary of current evidence-based guidelines and roles of the multidisciplinary healthcare team set the stage for this series of articles on food allergies.