Food Chemistry and Food Microbiology

Food Allergens and Intolerances

Food allergens pose a serious risk to consumers and a challenge to manufacturers. This track focuses on common allergenic ingredients, detection methods, and strategies for allergen management. Advances in immunoassays, biosensors, and DNA-based detection will be reviewed. The session will also address lactose intolerance, gluten sensitivity, and other dietary restrictions. Case studies of allergen-related recalls will be presented. Regulatory perspectives on allergen labeling and threshold limits will be discussed.