Food Safety & Allergen Disclaimer

Allergen Warning

Oysters and other shellfish are classified as a major food allergen under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA). Allergic reactions to shellfish can be severe and life-threatening (anaphylaxis). If you have a known or suspected shellfish allergy, do not consume oysters or any shellfish without first consulting a qualified healthcare professional.

Raw Shellfish Risks

Consumption of raw or undercooked shellfish, including oysters, carries inherent risks of foodborne illness. These risks include but are not limited to:

• Vibrio vulnificus and Vibrio parahaemolyticus — bacterial infections that can cause severe illness, particularly in individuals with liver disease, diabetes, compromised immune systems, or other chronic conditions. Vibrio vulnificus can be fatal.
• Norovirus — a highly contagious virus that causes gastroenteritis.
• Hepatitis A — a viral liver infection that can be contracted through contaminated shellfish.
• Naturally occurring biotoxins — including those that cause paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP), diarrhetic shellfish poisoning (DSP), and amnesic shellfish poisoning (ASP).

Individuals who are pregnant, nursing, immunocompromised, elderly, or who have liver disease, cancer, HIV/AIDS, diabetes, or other chronic health conditions are at significantly elevated risk from consuming raw shellfish.

Not Medical or Dietary Advice

Roemance is an editorial reference application that provides curated opinions, tasting profiles, flavor descriptions, and general information about oyster varieties. Nothing in this App constitutes or shall be construed as medical, dietary, allergen, nutritional, or food safety advice.

Tasting profiles and descriptions reflect editorial assessment and are not a substitute for professional guidance. If you have any questions or concerns about whether oysters or shellfish are safe for you to consume, consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Variability of Oyster Characteristics

Oyster characteristics — including flavor, salinity, texture, and appearance — vary significantly based on season, harvest location, water temperature, salinity levels, growing method, handling, storage, and individual specimen. The profiles and descriptions in this App are editorial assessments and may not match your individual experience.

Limitation of Liability

Roemance LLC expressly disclaims all liability for any illness, injury, allergic reaction, hospitalization, or death arising from the consumption of oysters or shellfish, whether or not influenced by content in this App. By using the App, you acknowledge these risks and agree that Roemance LLC bears no responsibility for your food consumption decisions.

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