For Australians navigating the highest childhood allergy rates globally, understanding testing options isn't just academic, it's essential. The difference between appropriate testing and "testing theater" determines whether your child thrives on a varied, nutritious diet or needlessly avoids foods during critical developmental years.

Research shows that reading labels doesn't always prevent allergic reactions. The problems include misunderstanding of labels, unspecific terms, lack of clarity in precautionary allergen labelling, and an inconsistent relationship between warnings and actual allergen presence.