1 IN 20 YOUNG AUSTRALIANS HAVE A FOOD ALLERGY

Life with a food allergy can be stressful. One bite of the wrong food can cause a life-threatening reaction.

Let’s make a plan.

Live to the Max is on a mission to raise awareness about food allergies and equip young people with the tools they need to support their mates.

Join us for Live to the Max day in August 2025

  • Anaphylaxis resulting from food can be deadly, but caring for people when they have a reaction is really easy. You just need a simple plan.

  • Make sure you know what your friend or family member is allergic to so you can help them avoid it. 

  • Young people from 12-20 need to explore their growing independence — it’s totally normal! It’s important that those with food allergies feel empowered to do this too, without fear for their health.

When it comes to food allergies, knowledge is power.

By learning the signs and knowing what to do, you could be the difference between a close call and saving a life.

Reduce

Keep the allergen away from those with food allergies.

Recall

Locate and enact the person’s ASCIA Action Plan.

Respond

Find out and follow a simple Plan.

Remembering Max

Max McKenzie, a vibrant and healthy teenager, tragically succumbed to a hypoxic brain injury resulting from asthma triggered by food anaphylaxis in 2021. His passing deeply saddened his family and the wider community, mourning the loss of a talented and joyful soul.