New law requires sesame allergy warning on food labels

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A new law requires sesame allergy warnings on food labels. We hear from an advocate about why the change will impact about one million Americans.

With the new year comes new laws, including one that may be important to your health and wellness. We aren't just talking about seeds on bagels and hamburger buns. It's added to protein bars, sauces and even ice cream.

According to the Food and Drug Administration, sesame is the ninth major food allergy in the U.S., affecting about one million Americans. Latitude Food Allergy CareShe spoke with us about why it's important, what a sesame allergy is like, and the growing use of the ingredient.

 

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