{"id":3816,"date":"2023-03-27T14:56:34","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T13:56:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.branchthetree.com\/?p=3816"},"modified":"2023-03-27T14:56:34","modified_gmt":"2023-03-27T13:56:34","slug":"is-soy-nut-a-tree-nut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.branchthetree.com\/is-soy-nut-a-tree-nut\/","title":{"rendered":"Is soy nut a tree nut?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The soybean, also known as the soya bean or Glycine max, is a species of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for its edible bean, which has numerous uses. The plant, classed as an oilseed rather than a pulse by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), produces significantly more protein per acre than most other uses of land. Furthermore, soybeans contain about 18% dry matter, making them one of the best sources of plant-based protein.<\/p>\n

No, soy nuts are not tree nuts. They are, however, legumes.<\/p>\n

Is soy safe for nut allergies? <\/h2>\n

If your child has a peanut allergy, it’s important to be aware that they may also be allergic to soy or other legumes. An allergist can help you determine which foods to avoid based on your child’s clinical history and test results.<\/p>\n

If a food contains peanut or soybean oil, it will be listed in the ingredients, but it will not be listed as an allergen. This is because the FDA considers these oils to be non-allergenic.<\/p>\n

Does soybean count as a nut <\/h3>\n