Food allergy management begins long before the first bite. It begins in the supermarket aisle, reading ingredient lists carefully, understanding allergen warnings and recognising that recipes and manufacturing processes can change at any time. A product that was safe last month may not be safe today.Fitness presenter, wellness correspondent, burnout and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins CapeTalk and 702 to unpack why food labelling remains the cornerstone of food allergy management. She explains how South African food labelling regulations help consumers identify common allergens, why precautionary statements such as "may contain" deserve careful attention, and the simple habits that can help individuals and families make safer food choices every day. Whether you live with a food allergy yourself, care for a child with allergies, or simply want to make more informed decisions when shopping, this conversation offers practical advice that could genuinely save lives.