SOYBEANS

Soybeans are a widely consumed food around the world and are an important source of protein, but unfortunately, they are also a common allergen in the US. Soybeans are used as a food ingredient in many different types of foods, which can make it challenging to avoid them if you have an allergy.

It’s worth noting that soybeans are part of the Leguminosae family, which includes other legumes like beans, peas, lentils, and peanuts. However, just because someone has an allergy to soy doesn’t necessarily mean they will react to other members of the same family.

Main symptoms for soybeans

• Skin conditions such as eczema, urticaria (hives)
• Itching and irritation around the mouth
• Vomiting
• Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, bloating, stomach cramps or diarrhea
• Respiratory symptoms such as runny nose, nasal congestion, wheezing
  

Main foods containing soybeans

• Green soybeans
• Soybean flour
• Miso
• Natto
• Soy sauce
• Soy-based processed products (soy albumin, soy cheese, soy fiber, soy flour, soy ice cream, soy milk, roasted soybeans, soy sprouts, soy yogurt)
• Yuba
• Tamari
• Tempe
• Teriyaki sauce
• TVP (ground meat substitute)
• Tofu
• All foods containing soy protein (concentrated, dried, extracted)
  

Foods that may contain soy

• Cookies and crackers
  Canned soup
• Canned tuna and canned meat
  Cereal
• Baby food
• Energy bar / Protein Bar
• Low fat peanut butter
• Natural seasoning
• Processed meat
• Processed food
• Sauces
• Vegetable gum
• Vegetable starch
• Vegetable soup