• LATEX is the natural sap of the rubber tree (Hevea Brasiliensis), originally from Brazil
• Children who are allergic to latex may also be allergic to the foods listed below - these foods do not contain latex, but contain natural chemicals, which are similar to latex
• The latex sensitivity may occur before, at the same time, or after the development of food sensitivity
• Most people who get latex allergy are children w/ myelomeningocele (spina bifida), children with multiple congenital defects, especially urinary tract defects, and other children who have had frequent surgeries from birth; healthcare workers; people exposed to rubber in the workplace; and people allergic to certain foods
• The only treatment for latex allergy is avoiding exposure to latex containing products and foods that may cross-react with Latex (see list below)
  
  

Foods that may Cross-React with Latex

NOTE: Foods listed below with * have been most commonly reported to cross react with latex.  It is very important to avoid these foods strictly.