Peanut allergies can be very serious. They're the most common food allergy to cause anaphylaxis in children. There is a blood test and a skin prick test to confirm a peanut allergy, but no cure. The only way to avoid a reaction is to stay away from peanuts altogether. Readers learn the potential severity of peanut allergies and the symptoms one might experience. Full-color images alert them to food packaging labels and the possibility of peanuts on...

Wheat allergies are some of the most common food allergies in children. They often develop in babies and toddlers, and can cause uncomfortable symptoms. Fortunately, many outgrow the allergy. However, it's important to know how to identify a possible allergic reaction and what to do. Readers learn this and more, including the causes of wheat allergies and the difference between a wheat allergy and celiac disease. Full-color photographs augment the...