Soy Oil and Soy Lecithin are (at this point in time) considered safe for most people who suffer from soy allergies to consume.  This is because these products do not always contain the Soy Protein that is the cause of the allergic reaction.  However, it is also a fact that most Soy Oils DO contain this protein (only one type does not--it's highly refined, and rarely used), and Soy Lecithin is not always protein free.  But you should note, despite these facts, products that contain Soy Oil or Soy Lecithin will be considered Soy Free, and NOT listed under a soy allergen warning on the labels or websites.  Also, because some things are only consider possible sources for soy or because they are uncommon names for soy (see list), manufacturers who use those things do not always list that their foods/products contain soy in the allergen warning section.  That is why it is very important to read the labels fully and not just look at the allergen warning label, and to be well versed in the other names used for soy and soy containing products!

            Some times Soy Oil or Soy Lecithin will be lumped under Natural or Artificial Flavor ONLY, with NO notation that it is a soy product because they are considered safe for most people who suffer from soy allergies.  This applies to hard candies, powdered drink mixes, teas, coffees, sodas, and chewing gums to name a few.  So any time a product says Natural or Artificial Flavor without specifically labeling what that flavor is, assume it is soy or a soy containing product.

Introduction Page

List of Soy, Soy Containing Products, and Possible Sources of Soy

Eating Out

Things to Remember

Soy Free Food List

Soy in Non-Food Items

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