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Seaweed is rapidly emerging as a significant food source in North America and globally, driven by its nutritional benefits, sustainability, and versatility in food products. As seaweed enters mainstream diets and product lines, robust food safety controls, including allergen assessment…

Early-life feeding practices are reshaping the landscape of childhood allergy prevention. New evidence from the U.S. shows that introducing allergenic foods like peanuts during infancy is not only safe but has significantly reduced the rates of food allergies in young…

The Allergen Bureau is sad to farewell long-time Director Debbie Hawkes from Hawkins Watts, who is stepping down from the Board after eight years of outstanding service. Debbie’s contribution has been both steady and ground-breaking, and she has been instrumental…

We’re excited to announce that the Allergen Bureau is transitioning to a new Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system this December. This upgrade represents a significant step forward in how we serve our members, training providers and VITAL online subscribers. What’s…

Researchers at the University of Oxford have used advanced gene sequencing techniques to uncover new insights into coeliac disease, revealing an “immune scar” in the gut that may explain persistent symptoms despite adherence to a strict gluten-free diet. Funded by…

One observational study from the University of Western Australia has found that formula feeding within the first three days of life significantly increases the risk of developing peanut and multiple food allergies in infants. Using data from 666 mother-infant pairs…