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Members reassured a parent asking whether their child's tree nut and peanut allergy means avoiding coconut and nutmeg, with the overwhelming... Read more

Members reassured a parent asking whether their child's tree nut and peanut allergy means avoiding coconut and nutmeg, with the overwhelming consensus being that neither coconut (a fruit) nor nutmeg (a seed) are true nuts, and most people with nut allergies can safely consume them. Several members shared that they or their children have the same allergies yet eat both coconut and nutmeg without issue, though a few noted personal sensitivities to coconut or concerns about cross-contamination during processing. A recurring theme was the importance of consulting an allergist for personalized testing and guidance, as allergies vary greatly from person to person.