Welcome

Food allergy is real for many people – it’s not just a fad. Around half a million people throughout the UK suffer severe allergic reactions to food, including about 250,000 young children with peanut allergy. Other common causes include shellfish, fish, egg, milk and sesame seeds.

Catering staff generally understand very well that food allergy can be serious, but are hampered by a shortage of information. This website aims to fill that need. The Anaphylaxis Campaign is an independent
charity that provides help and
information for everyone affected by
food allergy. Guided by some
of the UK’s top allergy experts, the
organisation has become a leading
adviser to the food industry,
government and health professionals.

We welcome your feedback. If you

have any comments about this website

please email info@cateringforallergy.org.uk

Visit our main site:

www.anaphylaxis.org.uk

Top tip

Keep everyone informed when substituting one ingredient for another. For example, if you switch from almonds to peanuts when preparing curry, ensure that other staff members are aware. The change must be communicated to the customer.