These peanut-free candies, including nut-free chocolate, Skittles, and gummy bears, are perfect for kids and adults with allergies to enjoy this Halloween.
has brought about new guidelines, urging mothers to introduce nuts to their children much sooner. “Now, we recommend that pregnant and nursing moms include peanuts in their diets, and parents should introduce peanuts to infants as young as four to six months of age,” Janeiro says. With this new guidance, clinicians hope to see a reduction in peanut allergies.
Parents of allergy sufferers must be diligent about checking the ingredients on popular candies and be aware of the symptoms of an allergic reaction. Typical signs of a peanut allergy range from minor to severe, including:Itching or tingling in or around the mouth and throatShortness of breath or wheezingIf you think you're experiencing minor signs of a peanut allergy, consult your doctor, but a severe allergic reaction requires emergency medical attention.
It's important to keep in mind that, while a food may have been peanut-free right at one point, brands often change their product formulas and processing methods, Janeiro says. We've rounded up the tastiest peanut-free candy to pick up this fall, but keep in mind that you shoulddouble-check food labels, even those of your favorites, before anything before adding anything to your shopping cart.
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