{"id":3607,"date":"2023-03-25T11:47:28","date_gmt":"2023-03-25T10:47:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.branchthetree.com\/?p=3607"},"modified":"2023-03-25T11:47:28","modified_gmt":"2023-03-25T10:47:28","slug":"are-coconuts-considered-a-tree-nut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.branchthetree.com\/are-coconuts-considered-a-tree-nut\/","title":{"rendered":"Are coconuts considered a tree nut?"},"content":{"rendered":"

A coconut is the fruit of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera). It is considered a tree nut, even though it is not a true nut.<\/p>\n

Yes, coconuts are considered a tree nut.<\/p>\n

Can someone with a nut allergy eat coconut? <\/h2>\n

While it is possible to have an allergic reaction to coconut, most people who are allergic to tree nuts can safely eat coconut. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) considers coconuts to be a fruit, rather than a botanical nut. This means that people with tree nut allergies can usually safely eat coconut without having an allergic reaction.<\/p>\n

Coconut is not a botanical nut; it is classified as a fruit, even though the Food and Drug Administration recognizes coconut as a tree nut. While allergic reactions to coconut have been documented, most people who are allergic to tree nuts can safely eat coconut.<\/p>\n

Does the FDA say coconut is a tree nut <\/h3>\n