The Most Dangerous Peanut States: Where a Peanut Allergy Takes Extra Planning

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Let me be clear up front: no state is out to get you, and a peanut allergy doesn’t stop at any border. But if you live with one, you’ve probably noticed that some places are just… peanutier than others. Peanuts are grown, boiled, roasted, and celebrated more intensely in some corners of the country, and that changes how often you bump into them. When I plan a trip, I think about this the same way I’d think about pollen counts or altitude — not a reason to stay home, just a reason to pack differently. Here’s my ranking of the highest-exposure “peanut states,” and how I handle each.

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The Most Dangerous Peanut States: Where a Peanut Allergy Takes Extra Planning