Allergy to Sesame Seeds are more common than you think

Sesame Allergies Might Be More Widespread Than Once Thought. A study published in "JAMA Open" finds that sesame allergies could be more than twice as prevalent as previous studies suggested. The study estimates as many as .49% of Americans could be allergic over the previous .2% thought to have been affected. The estimate equates to about 1.6 million Americans. The study also found that more people go to the emergency room because of the allergy than previously noted. Sesame seeds are used widely in foods ranging from sushi to granola. The FDA is currently considering whether or not to require a sesame seed allergen warning on food packaging. Currently, eight other foods including shellfish, peanuts and wheat require the FDA warning. .