A new law, which came in to effect January 1st, mandates labeling changes to food containing major allergens such as egg, milk, wheat, nuts, and soy. This insightful article, New law means food allergies must be noted, explains the benefits the law holds for food allergy sufferers, as well as the continued risks they face. For example, the law does not cover a variety of food products in ‘their natural state’… and even less processed foods can still be prepared with an ingredient that is an allergen. And, while the law requires clear labeling of ‘the big 8’ — the 8 most common food allergens — there are many other foods that cause allergic reactions. But, the law is a good start in the right direction, making life a little easier for food allergy sufferers or their parents.