Peanut Allergy Card
Create a personalised peanut allergy card. Clearly communicate your peanut butter, groundnuts, satay sauce, mixed nuts, arachis oil, peanut flour allergies to restaurants and food providers.
Allergens Covered
- Peanut butter
- Groundnuts
- Satay sauce
- Mixed nuts
- Arachis oil
- Peanut flour
Add your own allergens to fully customise your card
Peanut allergy is one of the most common and potentially severe food allergies, affecting both children and adults. Even trace amounts of peanut protein can trigger reactions ranging from hives to life-threatening anaphylaxis. A peanut allergy card gives you a clear, reliable way to communicate your needs wherever food is served.
Where Peanuts Hide in Everyday Food
Peanuts and peanut derivatives turn up in surprising places. Sauces like satay and some curries use peanut butter as a base. Baked goods, cereals, and chocolate bars may be produced on shared equipment. Asian, African, and Mexican cuisines frequently use ground peanuts as a thickener. Even ice-cream parlours and dessert counters carry a cross-contamination risk if shared scoops or toppings are used.
How a Peanut Allergy Card Keeps You Safe
Explaining a peanut allergy verbally can lead to misunderstandings, especially in noisy restaurants or when there is a language barrier. A printed or digital allergy card removes ambiguity. It lists the specific allergens you need to avoid, giving kitchen staff a clear reference they can check against ingredients. Many people find that presenting a card also signals the seriousness of the allergy, prompting staff to take extra care.
When to Use Your Peanut Allergy Card
Carry your card whenever you eat out - restaurants, cafés, street-food stalls, and work canteens all benefit from seeing your allergies in writing. For children, an allergy card in a lunchbox or on a lanyard helps teachers and lunchtime supervisors stay informed. Travelling abroad? A card in the local language can bridge the gap when you cannot explain your allergy yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use a peanut allergy card in restaurants?
- Yes. Hand the card to your server when you order. It gives kitchen staff a clear list of allergens to check against their ingredients, reducing the risk of accidental exposure.
- Is a peanut allergy card suitable for children?
- Absolutely. Parents often attach a card to a lanyard or tuck one into a lunchbox so school staff and carers can quickly see what the child needs to avoid.
- Does a peanut allergy card replace an EpiPen?
- No. An allergy card is a communication tool, not a medical device. Always carry your prescribed medication alongside your card.
Create Your Free Peanut Allergy Card
Use AllergIQ to create a personalised peanut allergy card in minutes. Download a digital version for free or order a printed card to carry with you.