Food allergy, food intolerance and coeliac disease are the most common forms of food hypersensitivity.

A food allergy is an abnormal immune system reaction to a food.

A food intolerance is a difficulty in digesting certain foods.

Coeliac disease is an “auto immune” disease triggered by gluten.

People with a lactose intolerance don’t have enough of the enzyme lactase that helps digest milk.

Whether you’re eating out or ordering in, don’t hesitate to ask a food business about food allergens and any risk of cross-contamination.   

Vegan does not mean allergen-free so always treat vegan food as if it was any other food. If you have an intolerance or allergy check labels and ingredients.  

Here are our tips to help you to keep your food safe when you’re on a picnic.