Food allergy and intolerance

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If you think you have a food allergy or intolerance, then it's important to get a proper diagnosis. Don't cut food groups out of your diet without medical advice, because you could miss out on important nutrients.

This section tells you more about food allergies and intolerances, including what the difference is between them, and the foods that commonly cause reactions. There is also practical advice about what to look for when you’re buying food or eating out.

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• The directory

  Get advice about your condition and find out the difference between an allergy and intolerance

• Allergy alerts

  Find out if foods have been removed from sale. Get free email or text alerts.

• Buying food

  What to look out for when you're shopping for someone with a food allergy or intolerance

• Allergic reactions

  Find out about the symptoms of allergic reactions to food

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In depth links

• Read about the Agency's work on food allergy and intolerance
• Factsheet for people with food allergy (PDF 53KB)
• Factsheet for people with food intolerance (PDF 61KB)

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