Hidden Other

By:
in Other Food Allergy
Published: November 23, 2010

Allergen

Where It Hides

Alternate Names

Other Foods

Corn:
  • alcohol
  • artificial flavorings and sweeteners (like aspartame and xylitol)
  • baking powder
  • confectioner’s sugar (corn starch)
  • margarine
  • Olestra/Olean cooking oil
May contain corn (not always):

  • acetic acid
  • citric acid
  • alpha tocopherol
  • ascorbates
  • ascorbic acid
  • dextrose (also found in IV solutions in hospitals)
  • fumaric acid
  • gluconate
  • glucose
  • glycerol
  • xantham gum
  • MSG
  • Saccharin
  • maltodextrin
  • maize (this is another name for corn)
Beef:
  • broth/bouillon
  • sauces
  • products containing meat flavoring
  • imitation meat products
  • soups
  • tomato sauces
Garlic & Onion:
  • soup mixes
  • prepared soups
  • dips
  • chips
  • crackers
  • sauces
  • prepared meat products like sausages
  • spice mixes
  • most likely these will be hidden under “spices” or “flavoring”
Kiwi:

  • juices
  • syrups
  • spirits
  • fruit shakes
  • fruit cocktails
  • mixed dried fruits
  • ice cream
  • yogurt
  • pudding
  • breakfast flakes
  • energy bars
  • flavoring powders or essences
  • fruit sauces
  • candy
  • Chinese gooseberry

 

Sources:
ImmunoCAP
Canadian Food Inspection Agency