SESAME ALLERGY AND HIDDEN OILS

In 2021, sesame seeds were added to the list of foods labeled as allergens on product packages. Although sesame allergy was first identified in 1950, incidents of allergic reactions to sesame seeds have been on the rise more recently. Typical symptoms include hives, rash, itching, congestion, mouth tingling, and anaphylaxis. Sesame oil, extracted from the seeds, is used in many products and recipes. People who are sensitive to this allergy may experience a rash from coming into contact with non-food products containing sesame oil, like pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Sesame has a biochemical structure similar to other common food allergens like peanuts and some tree nuts, so these foods may cause a similar allergic reaction in people allergic to sesame.

P.S. Rye, kiwi, and poppy all share a similar biochemical structure with sesame and are more likely to cause a reaction in those allergic to sesame.



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