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Food Intolerances and Allergies

Food allergies and intolerances affect many children and adults, and understanding their differences is crucial. Common allergens include cow's milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, and wheat for children, while adults often react to peanuts, shellfish, and fin fish. Symptoms may range from skin reactions to gastrointestinal issues and respiratory problems. The CACFP providers play a vital role in managing these allergies by implementing guidelines, such as creating written policies and training staff. Awareness and proactive meal planning can make a significant impact in safeguarding children's health.

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Food Intolerances and Allergies

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  1. Food Intolerances and Allergies

  2. How common are food allergies?

  3. Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance

  4. Common Food Allergies in Children • Cow’s milk • Eggs • Peanuts • Tree nuts • Soybeans • Wheat

  5. Common Food Allergies in Adults • Peanuts • Shell fish • Fin fish • Tree nuts

  6. Food Allergy Symptoms • Skin symptoms • Gastrointestinal symptoms • Respiratory symptoms • Oral symptoms • Systemic symptoms

  7. Role of the CACFP Provider Regarding Food Allergies

  8. Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies in CACFP • Written policy • Physician statement • Train food preparation staff • Authority to give medication

  9. Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies in CACFP • Seek professional advice • Be sensitive about food restrictions • Plan meals for everyone • Read food labels • Make nutrient equivalent food substitutions

  10. Hidden Allergens Saltines Pareve Wheat flour, vegetable oil (soybean or palm), salt, sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), yeast, barley flour

  11. Hidden Allergens Macaroni & Cheese Enriched macaroni, wheat flour, cheese sauce (whey), salt, citric acid

  12. Hidden Allergens Granola Bars Whole grain oats, sugar, canola oil, rice flour, honey, soy protein, brown sugar, almond flour, peanut flour, baking soda

  13. Case Study Regular Lunch Meal Cheeseburger on bun Carrot sticks with ranch dressing dip Tater tots Apple slices with peanut butter Choice of milk

  14. Food allergies can be life threatening! You make a difference for children with food allergies/intolerances!

  15. This training was conducted by the National Food Service Management Institute The University of Mississippi www.nfsmi.org 800-321-3054

  16. National Food Service Management Institute The University of Mississippi • Mission:To provide information and services that promote the continuous improvement of child nutrition programs • Vision:To be the leader in providing education, research, and resources to promote excellence in child nutrition programs

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