I can barely remember the time when my family went out to have dinner. We do this at least once a month. My grandfather was still alive back then and had allergies on seafoods.
There are a lot of seniors who are having the same problems as well. It is true that dining out as risks but food allergies do not mean that you have to stay home and be safe.

Here are some suggestions that would help reduce the risk of an allergic reaction while eating out.

1. Always review the ingredient list of the menu items where you are eating.

2. Tell your server about your food allergy and ask for some information on particular dishes. If your server is not really sure, ask the manager or the chef.

3. Do not eat from buffets or order family style dishes because the foods may be contaminated by utensils or other foods.

4. Stay away from fried foods. The same oil may have been used to fry other dishes.