One recent update from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) could be the cause for concern for those who eat gluten-free foods.
A legume in the same family as peanuts, called lupin, could cause allergic reactions for people who also suffer from other legume and nut allergies. According to the report from the FDA, reactions to the product could include anaphylaxis, as well as more minor symptoms like scratchy throat and rash.
That is not to say that eating lupin, or a lupin-derived product will result in an allergic reaction. According to an advisor for the FDA, Stefano Luccioli, most people will be fine if they eat lupin. However, as is common with most food allergens, individuals can develop an allergy to the legume and its by-products over time. Additionally, people with peanut allergies tend to be more susceptible to lupin allergies than those who do not.
Lupin is becoming increasingly popular because it is often found in gluten-free products, like flour. The best way to avoid being affected by an allergy to this product is to carefully examine the labels of the foods that you eat.
According to the report from the FDA, "consumers wishing to avoid lupin — and those with peanut allergies, who need to be particularly careful — can identify its presence by looking for "lupin" or "lupine" on the label."
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