Author Question: List the big eight food allergens. What are the symptoms of an allergic reaction? What will be an ... (Read 38 times)

azncindy619 · **on:** Aug 10, 2018

List the big eight food allergens. What are the symptoms of an allergic reaction?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Small farms are an excellent model for sustainable agriculture. Are they regulated by federal agencies to ensure that they are following food safety practices? Please explain in brief.

What will be an ideal response?

chreslie · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 10, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Fish, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish, soy, wheat, milk

Hives, wheezing, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, swelling of throat, which may cause suffocation in extreme cases- most dangerous- call 911.

Answer to Question 2

No, small farms that make less than 500,000 in annual sales are not regulated by federal agencies. They are supposed to follow state and county regulations. This often is a source of confusion and hence frustration. Hence, additional care needs to be followed when purchasing fresh produce from such farms. A relationship with the farmer and understanding of what food safety practices they follow may be helpful in making sound decisions.