Allergen Label Checking Guide: What an App Cannot Confirm
Direct answer: For an allergy-related decision, rely on the current package allergen statement, manufacturer information, and your clinician's guidance. A scanner may help you review an ingredient list, but it cannot guarantee that a product is allergen-safe or free from cross-contact.
Use the current package
Recipes and manufacturing can change. Check the package in your hand every time, including statements about allergens and any precautionary information.
Know what an ingredient scan cannot know
A photographed ingredient list may not capture manufacturing practices, cross-contact, recalls, regional formulation differences, or your personal medical plan. PureScan should be used only as additional reading context.
When in doubt, pause
Do not use an app score to override a medical plan. Contact the manufacturer or a qualified clinician when the label is unclear or the risk is significant.
Use the right app for the right job
Food Scanner - PureScan is a separate product for reviewing ingredient lists and product context. MacroChat is a separate calorie and macro tracker for typed or dictated meal logging. Do not treat either app as medical advice, an allergy guarantee, or an exact measurement.
Frequently asked questions
Can PureScan tell me whether food is safe for my allergy?
No. The app does not replace the package label, manufacturer confirmation, or medical guidance.
Can an ingredient list show cross-contact risk?
Not reliably. Cross-contact information requires the current package and, where needed, manufacturer guidance.