People susceptible to the severe and potentially life-threatening type of food allergy reaction known as anaphylactic shock should carry an epinephrine injection (allergy kit) with them at all times. These individuals should know how to properly administer the drug in the case of a severe reaction. Family members, coworkers, teachers, daycare workers and other people commonly around the patient should also know when and how to administer epinephrine. Because of the quick onset associated with food allergy symptoms, a person should take epinephrine at the first sign of a food allergy reaction, or after knowingly ingesting an allergen. 

After identifying a reaction and taking epinephrine, a person should immediately call for an ambulance for further treatment and evaluation. Further doses of epinephrine or other drugs may be necessary. Patients should inform anyone providing treatment if they have recently taken any corticosteroids, ACE inhibitors or beta blockers. These medications can interfere with the treatment of a food allergy reaction.

Highly sensitive individuals should also carry a medical alert bracelet or necklace to inform healthcare workers of their condition.

People with food allergies need to make significant lifestyle changes to effectively remove the problem food from their diet. This often involves altering their diet and social habits, because people must be constantly vigilant against accidental contact with a problem food. Reading food labels for problem foods and learning any alternate names a dangerous food may be listed under are crucial. Allergic individuals must also be very careful when eating away from home, and should always inquire about cooking techniques and ingredients when eating out. 

Food allergies are manageable. With diligence and the proper knowledge of what foods and ingredients to avoid most people can completely avoid, allergy symptoms. People who suffer from food allergies are encouraged to work closely with their physicians to better understand how to manage their condition with a minimum of disruption.