The "Big 8" are important because:
A)They represent the only known food allergies
B)They include milk, soy beans and peanuts
C)They are responsible for 50% of all allergic reactions
D)They are responsible for 90% of all allergic reactions

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The "Big 8" are responsible for 90% of all allergic reactions.
The "Big 8" are wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, finned fish, soy beans, milk, and eggs. As these foods are responsible for most allergic reactions, any processed food in the United States must declare them on the label. Peanuts and seafood are the most likely to cause anaphylaxis, require hospitalization, or result in death.

The "Big 8" Are Important Because