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Thanksgiving and Food Allergies: Fact vs. Fiction for Safe Holiday Feasts

November 25, 2025

“Thanksgiving is an important time to connect with friends and family and to reflect on all you have to be thankful for. You will need to plan in advance to ensure everyone is safe since the holiday itself centers on the traditional Thanksgiving dinner.” [1]

Let’s set the record straight on some common myths and facts to help you navigate Thanksgiving with confidence and safety in mind.” [2]

Facts and Fictions

Avoid the most common allergens, serve simple, homemade, allergy-free Thanksgiving dishes

Some of the most common allergens include dairy, wheat, nuts, soy, and eggs. When planning your Thanksgiving menu, try to avoid those ingredients altogether.

There are plenty of allergy-friendly alternatives available, such as almond flour in place of wheat flour in baked goods.

This sample menu includes foods that you can prepare easily without common allergens.

  • Roasted turkey (avoid fried turkey as the oil could be an issue).
  • Dairy-free mashed potatoes or roasted herb potatoes.
  • Oven-roasted garlic, bacon, and brown sugar green beans.
  • Raw veggie platter with your choice of dairy-free ranch.
  • Sweet potato casserole.
  • Skillet caramel apple crisp.

Find the recipe here: https://www.allergicliving.com/recipe-category/thanksgiving/ https://afoodcentriclife.com/25-gluten-free-dairy-free-thanksgiving-recipes/

A Thanksgiving meal is about gratitude and togetherness. With a little preparation, everyone can enjoy a safe, delicious holiday feast.

Resources

[1] https://community.kidswithfoodallergies.org/blog/safety-tips-to-celebrate-thanksgiving-with-food-allergies

[2] https://bazallergy.com/food-allergy-safe-thanksgiving-feast/

[3] https://chatgpt.com/c/68a76cb5-cb08-8322-b36f-1f59d2d56d8

[4] https://chatgpt.com/c/68a77a25-d7bc-832a-b3d5-2a4d668173a

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