Publications by authors named "Beatrice Povolo"

The market share of foods carrying labels suggesting absence of animal ingredients has significantly increased in recent years. The purpose of this study was to document the purchasing behaviour of egg- or milk-allergic consumers vis-à-vis food marketed as "vegan" and "plant-based", and to evaluate the associated allergenic risk. A survey was conducted among egg- and milk-allergic consumers and revealed that 86% (margin of error 5.

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Canadian regulations require food business operators (FBOs) to implement preventive controls to manage allergens and ensure their accurate declaration. However, the use of precautionary allergen labelling (PAL) is voluntary and competent authorities provide limited guidance on its use. The objective of this study was to present an overview of Canadian FBOs' current allergen management practices, including the mechanisms used to evaluate the need for PAL in finished products, and to investigate potential areas for improvement.

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Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the supply, cost, and demand for certain foods, but it is not clear how these changes have affected food-allergic households.

Objective: To describe the changes in food-related costs that have followed COVID-19, as reported by higher- and lower-income households with a food-allergic member.

Methods: Between May 1-June 30, 2020, Canadian households, with at least one food-allergic member, completed an online survey on food shopping and preparation habits before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Background: Nonpriority legume allergies, which include chickpea, pea, lentil, and lupine, are frequently implicated in severe allergic reactions. Yet, studies on public health knowledge and educational needs are near-absent.

Objective: To summarize what is known from the existing literature about nonpriority legume food allergy.

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Background: In Canada, anaphylaxis-level food allergy constitutes a legal disability. Yet, no nationwide policies exist to support families. We sought to understand what parents of children with food allergy perceive as the most pressing food allergy-related policy concerns in Canada.

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