Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (MindTap Course List)
Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305628007
Author: Judith E. Brown
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 13, Problem 2.2CS
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To predict: Whether reaction of Person J’s mother is reasonable.

Introduction: The abnormal response to a food that is triggered by the immune system of the body is called food allergy. The foods that mostly trigger allergic reactions in adults consist of fish, peanuts, soy, wheat, and so on.

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To recommend: Any alternative accommodations for Person J for her peanut allergy.

Introduction: The foods that mostly trigger allergic reactions in adults consist of fish, peanuts, soy, wheat, and so on. The best method to manage food allergies is avoidance of allergen food items.

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