Did you know that being allergic to peanuts or to one type of treenut places you at risk for being allergic to other types of treenuts? If you're allergic to any type of nut, find out the risks for other nut allergies and what should be done to prevent them.

Many are surprised to discover the peanut is actually not a nut at all. In fact, it is a legume and belongs to the pea family.

We know that the predisposition to allergies is genetic. While we are not sure of the exact mechanism of inheritance, we know that children born to allergic parents have an increased risk of developing allergy. The exact risk has not been established but one can consider that approximately one-third to one-half of children born to parents where only one parent is allergic will have allergies, and 50 to 70 percent of children born to parents both of whom have allergies will become allergic.

We work with our caterers to avoid serving foods with nuts, but we make no guarantees that the Museum or food we serve will be nut free.

Yes. As with past Friends for Life conferences, we take great care in trying to accommodate the special dietary needs of our conference participants. Please note that all food served at our conference will have portion size and carb counts listed in tent cards on the buffet tables. If you need special dietary accommodations (food allergies, kosher, gluten-free, etc.), there is a place on the registration form for you to note that.

Hemp seed is a fruit and not a nut. The Anaphylaxis society has no reported cases of Hemp seed or Hemp Seed oil causing reactions to people with nut allergies. However, Hemptons advises people with nut allergies who want to try Hemp Seed Oil, to try small amounts initially, testing reaction.

No, although not all chocolates are made with nuts they would have been made in the same kitchen so may contain some traces.

We offer a line of chocolate and candy that is guaranteed peanut-free and safe for those suffering from allergies. Please specify this when ordering as it alters your candy and chocolate choices and reflects a different costing measure.

Jif wants to make sure that our products are safe for your kids. To learn all you can about peanut and other food allergies, visit The Food Allergy Network at www.foodallergy.org.

Most children outgrow their food allergies after avoiding eating the foods for a time. Fewer, however, outgrow their allergies to peanuts and tree nuts.

The safety and well-being of our campers is a top priority of our directors and staff. Campers are supervised 24 hours a day. The mentor staff lives in the residence halls with the campers and joins in all their evening activities.

The rise in peanut allergies most likely parallels the rise in all allergic diseases in children. There are numerous theories to explain the increase; however, the theory that seems to have the most support from laboratory and clinical studies is the “Hygiene Hypothesis.”

Your product will arrive either frozen or semi-frozen (partially thawed). We put enough dry ice in your package and ship next day delivery ONLY, to ensure that your product is safe to eat. If you have any questions about the frozen condition of your product then please send us an email or call us via phone at 1-800-757-0058. Note, your product should be placed in the freezer upon reciept and remain frozen until ready to use. Do not thaw before use.

No, please be aware that PreggiePops, PreggieDrops, QueasyDrops, and QueasyPops are processed in a plant that also processes Dairy, Peanut, Almond, Walnut, Pecan, Nutmeg, Soy Protein, Wheat and Shrimp (glucosamine) Products.

Purina produces a full line of veterinary diet formulas that have been formulated as nutritional aids in the dietary management of dogs and cats with certain health conditions Specifically, Purina Veterinary Diets? HA Hypoallergenic? Brand Formula is specially designed for the management of canine food allergy. These diets are authorized for prescription and sale only by veterinarians.

Yes we can accommodate most allergies (food or other wise). Please remember this is a natural environment and many activities take place outside. We just need to know ahead of time.

Almost all the WONKA? candies are peanut/nut free except WONKA? OOMPAS? and WONKA? Bar. We recommend consumers should always read the ingredient statement for the most current information.

There is no evidence that avian influenza can be transmitted through eating poultry or eggs. However, make sure poultry and eggs have been thoroughly cooked.

We maintain Fish Consumption Advisories that alert the public to areas which may produce fish that are potentially unsafe for human consumption (due to disease, water contamination, and so on). The DNR maintains an Employment Opportunities website that contains information on current vacancies throughout the department, including all bureas and office locations.