If you suffer from a fish allergy, strictly avoiding fish and food containing fish products is the only way to prevent a reaction. If your doctor is able to identify exactly which type of fish causes your allergies, than you only need to eliminate that species of fish from your diet. For the majority of fish allergy sufferers, this is not an option and all fish must be avoided.
Examples of foods/ingredients containing fish include:
- Worcestershire sauce
- Caesar salad
- Caviar
- Roe (fish eggs)
- Imitation seafood as is often used in sushi
- Prepared meals
- Tempura
- Egg rolls
- Stuffing
- Fish oils (omega-3 supplements)
- Foods containing gelatin
- Foods containing anchovies
It is wise to avoid seafood restaurants if you have a fish allergy. Even if you order a non-fish meal, your food may become contaminated with fish proteins from a spatula, cooking oil, or grill exposed to fish.
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