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Ahhh, Nuts...

Rich Products Corporation released findings from its inaugural "Nut Allergy Ecosystem Survey."

May 29, 2014

While the total number of people with nut allergies is fairly small, their needs are leaving a big footprint.

Gluten-free to Grow

A new report defines and segments the global gluten-free product market.

April 28, 2014

The global gluten-free product market is projected to reach a value of $6.2 billion, growing at a CAGR of 10.2% by 2018.

Free and Clear

Consumers turn to allergen-free foods with increasing frequency, and for reasons beyond allergies, as some believe a gluten-free diet can help them manage weight and is a healthier option.

William A. Roberts, Jr.

February 17, 2014

In the summer of 2013, the U.S. FDA published a new regulation defining “gluten free” for voluntary food labeling.

Food Allergy Specificity

Food allergies are evidently much more specific than previously assumed.

December 12, 2013

The rising supply and demand for seafood is associated with an increased risk of fish allergies.

Cost of Food Allergies

Children's allergies to peanuts, dairy and other foods cost the U.S. nearly $25 billion a year.

September 30, 2013

Expenses associated with buying special allergen-free foods, placing children in allergy-sensitive schools and making special arrangements for child care in facilities that are willing to banish peanuts represented a total $5.5 billion.

Probiotics on Kids' Allergies

Babies whose mothers take probiotics while pregnant and those who are given the so-called “good bacteria” supplements early in life may be at lower risk for allergies but not asthma than other kids..

August 26, 2013

Doctors do not typically recommend for or against probiotics for pregnant women or young children, and it is still too soon to make that leap, said the report's senior author.