can safely consume highly refined soybean oil (but not cold pressed, expelled, or extruded soybean oil—sometimes identified as “gourmet” oils). However, before proceeding with highly refined soybean oil, confirm it with the physician (Food Allergy Research & Education, 2020).
Allergen: Tree Nuts
Tree nut allergies are very common in the United States in both children and adults. Approximately 2 percent of the pediatric population worldwide has a tree nut allergy (McWilliam et al., 2020). The allergy tends to be lifelong once diagnosed, with less than 10 percent of all people outgrowing the allergy (American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, 2022). Allergic reactions are usually severe and are potentially life-threatening, leading to anaphylaxis. Like peanut allergies, if a family member is allergic to tree nuts, it may increase the risk of an allergy to develop among other family members (Kusari et al., 2018). If there is an allergy to
Nutrition Fundamentals and Medical Nutrition Therapy
INGREDIENTS/ ADDITIVES
Soy Albumin Soy Flour Soy Protein Isolate
Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) Vegetable Gum Vegetable Starch
OTHER FOODS WITH SOY
Asian Cuisine Baked Goods Canned Broth Canned Meats Canned Tuna Cereals Cookies Crackers Energy/Protein Bars Infant Formula Low-fat Peanut Butter Processed Meats Sauces Sausages Soups