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syrupg, I wouldn't worry about soy if he's not allergic to it. That would eliminate a lot of foods unnecessarily. While you can have an allergy to soy and/or other legumes having pa does not mean you have to avoid those unless there is a reaction or positive test result. My dd has soy/all seeds and legumes with no problems. If anything changes I will get her re-tested for those things but until proved otherwise she only avoids pn/tn.

I call so many companies about cross-contamination that it's ridiculous, but at least I get some peace of mind!! I always call the larger companies and if I like their responses, I stick with their products.

As far as restaurants, a lot are very dangerous. For example, Chik-Fil-A uses peanut oil in everything. Cheddars uses it in all but one or two dishes (and I'm assuming even the ones they don't use it in are probably contaminated). It's very difficult to eat out with a nut allergy. We found a couple we trust and stick with them and eat at home as much as possible.

I, also, would not eliminate soy unless your child tested allergic to although I have heard what you mentioned. Maybe you should talk to your allergist about that one. It worried me as well when I read it.

Next check your medicine cabinet. Throw out anything that may have oil in it.

Medicines are not food. Peanut oil is considered very safe and can be in medicine and the vaccinations that your doctor injects into your child. It is a trade secret and does not appear on the package insert.