Do I need to list every tree nut on my card?

It helps to list the specific nuts you are allergic to. Some people react to all tree nuts; others only react to one or two. AllergIQ lets you customise your card to match your exact needs.

Are pine nuts considered tree nuts?

Pine nuts are technically seeds, but they can still cause allergic reactions in people with tree nut allergies. If you react to pine nuts, include them on your card.

Can tree nut allergies develop in adults?

Yes. Tree nut allergies can appear at any age. If you have been diagnosed, carrying an allergy card helps ensure safe eating wherever you go.

Tree Nut Allergy Card

Name: Tree Nut Allergy Card
Brand: AllergIQ
Availability: InStock

Create a personalised tree nut allergy card. Clearly communicate your almonds, walnuts, cashews, hazelnuts, pistachios, pecans, macadamias, nut oils allergies to restaurants and food providers.

Allergens Covered

Almonds
Walnuts
Cashews
Hazelnuts
Pistachios
Pecans
Macadamias
Nut oils

Add your own allergens to fully customise your card

Tree nut allergies cover a wide range of nuts including almonds, cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts, pecans, pistachios, and Brazil nuts. Reactions can be severe and unpredictable. A tree nut allergy card clearly lists the specific nuts you need to avoid, making it easier for others to keep you safe.

Unexpected Places Tree Nuts Appear

Tree nuts are used as ingredients, garnishes, and flavourings across many cuisines. Pesto typically contains pine nuts, marzipan is made from almonds, and praline uses hazelnuts. Nut oils appear in salad dressings and stir-fries. Bakeries and chocolatiers often process multiple nut varieties on the same equipment, creating cross-contamination risks even when a specific nut is not listed as an ingredient.

How a Tree Nut Allergy Card Helps

Because tree nut allergies can involve one nut or many, verbal explanations can get confusing fast. A card that lists your specific allergens removes that problem. Kitchen staff can compare the card directly against their ingredient labels. This is especially useful in bakeries, dessert shops, and restaurants that use nuts as garnishes - a quick check against your card can prevent a dangerous mistake.

Where to Use Your Tree Nut Allergy Card

Restaurants, bakeries, ice-cream shops, and anywhere that serves desserts are high-risk environments for tree nut exposure. Carry your card at dinner parties and work events where you may not know every ingredient. For travel, having your card translated makes ordering safer in countries where nut-heavy cuisines are common.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to list every tree nut on my card?: It helps to list the specific nuts you are allergic to. Some people react to all tree nuts; others only react to one or two. AllergIQ lets you customise your card to match your exact needs.
Are pine nuts considered tree nuts?: Pine nuts are technically seeds, but they can still cause allergic reactions in people with tree nut allergies. If you react to pine nuts, include them on your card.
Can tree nut allergies develop in adults?: Yes. Tree nut allergies can appear at any age. If you have been diagnosed, carrying an allergy card helps ensure safe eating wherever you go.

Create Your Free Tree Nut Allergy Card

Use AllergIQ to create a personalised tree nut allergy card in minutes. Download a digital version for free or order a printed card to carry with you.