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Finding sesame free food has never been easier! Simply download our app and scan a barcode to check if an item contains sesame.

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Are you trying to cut down sesame, allergic to sesame or know someone who is? Download Sesame Free Scanner now!


How to use Sesame Free Scanner?

- Download the app
- Enable access to your camera
- Scan a barcode
- Find out within seconds if the food product is sesame free

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What is a sesame free diet?

A sesame free diet is an eating plan that excludes foods containing sesame. The sesame plant produces edible seeds; the seeds could be creamy white or charcoal black in colour. Sesame oil is dark in colour and frequently used in Asian dishes. Sesame seeds and oil are quite common in everyday food.


What is sesame allergy?

Sesame is the ninth most common food allergy among children and adults in the U.S. The edible seeds of the sesame plant are a common ingredient in cuisines around the world, from baked goods to sushi. Several reports suggest this allergy has increased significantly worldwide over the past two decades.1

When a person with an allergy to sesame is exposed to sesame, proteins in the sesame bind to specific IgE antibodies made by the person’s immune system. This triggers the person’s immune defenses, leading to reaction symptoms that can be mild or very severe.


Avoiding sesame

Sesame ingredients can be listed by many uncommon names. Use the Sesame Free Scanner app to scan food barcodes and ask questions about ingredients before eating a food that you have not prepared yourself.

Sesame is found in many foods, including:

- Tahini (sesame seed paste used in many Turkish and Middle Eastern dishes)
- Hummus (a paste made from chickpeas and tahini)
- Halva (sweetened product also made from tahini)
- Bakery products
- Biscuits
- Rice
- Bagels (such as Simit)
- Pies
- Muesli
- Gomashio (made from roasted, ground sesame seed, and sea salt)

Worried about hidden sesame? Our app is your pocket-sized guardian. Instantly scan food labels to reveal sesame-containing ingredients. Avoid allergic reactions with confidence. Dine out with peace of mind. Travel worry-free. Empower yourself with knowledge and enjoy a safe, delicious life.