AlignEat lets you tell the app exactly how serious each allergy or intolerance is, so your scan results can be as helpful as possible.
Why severity matters
Not every intolerance or allergy carries the same risk. Someone who gets mild discomfort from dairy needs different guidance than someone with a severe peanut allergy. When you set a severity level, AlignEat uses that information to adjust how it flags dishes. A higher severity means the app applies stricter filtering and more prominent warnings for that item.
Severity levels for allergies
For allergies, you can choose from four levels:
- Mild. Minor discomfort that does not require urgent care.
- Moderate. More noticeable symptoms that affect your day.
- Severe. A strong reaction that needs prompt attention.
- Life threatening. A reaction that can become a medical emergency.
Severity levels for intolerances
For intolerances, there are three levels:
- Low. Small amounts are usually tolerated.
- Medium. Most amounts cause noticeable symptoms.
- High. Even small amounts cause significant symptoms.
How to set a severity level
- Go to your profile and open the Allergies or Intolerances section.
- Tap the item whose severity you want to set.
- Select the level that best describes your situation.
- Save your changes.
You can update severity levels at any time as your needs change.
Good to know
- Setting an accurate severity level gives you the most relevant scan results.
- Severity is set per item, so you can mix and match levels across different allergens.
- For severe or life threatening allergies, always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering and follow the advice of your doctor or medical provider. AlignEat is a helpful tool, not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
Related: Manage allergies, intolerances, diets, and preferences, Your Diet ID card: show staff your needs with a QR code