Food Allergy Course Level 2 - Food Allergy Training Level 2

1. Which of the following best describes a food allergy?

A food allergy is an unusual or violent reaction to touching, eating or breathing certain foods
A food allergy is a reaction that makes someone feels sick when they think about a type of food
A food allergy is a reaction that makes someone feels sick when they see a specific type of food
A food allergy means the uncomfortable feeling that happens when someone has eaten too many carbohydrates

2. What are the most common symptoms of a serious food allergy attack (anaphylaxis)?

Upset stomach, bloating, heartburn
Unpleasant taste, sudden dislike of certain foods
Swelling, rash, vomiting, difficulty breathing, panic/distress, possible loss of consciousness.
There are no common symptoms

3. Which of the following best describes Coeliac disease?

Coeliac disease is a life-threatening condition which is triggered when the sufferer eats or drinks foods containing gluten
Coeliac disease is a life-threatening condition which is triggered when the sufferer eats food containing dairy
Coeliac disease is a life-threatening condition which is triggered when the sufferer eats food containing celery
Coeliac disease is a life-threatening condition which is triggered when the sufferer eats food containing mustard