Food Allergies and Intolerances
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Many people have food allergies and food intolerance. It is very important to understand the differences because it could cost someone’s life if we are not careful. Food intolerance is rarely life threatening but food allergies sometimes are. Food allergies are very complex. Food allergy is a serious medical condition affecting up to 15 million people in the United States, including 1 in 13 children. When you work in dining services and are responsible for preparing and serving food to patients and residents it is important to be able to identify common food allergens and the foods that contain these allergens to keep our patients and residents safe.
- Understand the difference between a food allergy and food intolerance
- List 5 of the nine foods that are identified as major food allergens
- Understand the importance of avoiding the foods and beverages that contain an allergen and the potential consequences if this occurs
Elaine was the founder and owner of EZ Nutrition Consulting, PC, which recently partnered with DiningRD. She has over 20 years of experience in Food Service Management, Culinary Arts, and Medical Nutrition Therapy. She began her career as a Dietetic Technician, Registered and Chef with an Associate Degree from Southeast Community College-Lincoln in Food Service Management, Culinary Arts, and Dietetic Technology. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Science and Dietetics at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln and her internship at the University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.
Elaine specializes in Food Service Systems, Geriatric Care, and Quality Management for long term care facilities. Elaine is a national speaker and author on Long Term Care regulations and Food Service Systems.