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We have two comprehensive allergen charts (linked below) that outline the possible presence of the “Top 8” major allergens in both our products and our production facilities.

The “Top 8” regulated allergens are: Dairy, Eggs, Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish. We also include additional unregulated allergens, or ingredients of interest, on these charts including: Mustard, Sesame, Sulfites, Celery, Corn.

The Product chart focuses on the ingredients contained in our products and the Facility chart focuses on the manufacturing and warehouse facilities where our products are made and stored before they are shipped. Please read the fine print below each section for details.

Products Allergen Chart: https://bit.ly/3LgCdHY

Facility Allergen Chart: https://bit.ly/3Lk6aqD

We understand the seriousness of allergen control and have strict protocols in place to ensure ingredient and product integrity. While some of our products are made on shared lines with allergens, we have detailed procedures to prevent cross-contamination.

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When we first invented Vegenaise in the early 70’s, the word “vegan” was not widely recognized. We named it Vegenaise (pronounced “VEDGE-en-aise) for “vegetarian mayonnaise”. But today, with so many vegans enjoying our product, we really think that Veganaise (pronounced “VEE-gan-aise) is a great name too. So, call it whatever you like!
All of our products are Non-GMO Project Verified.
The ideal temperature range for Vegenaise is refrigerated at 36-41°F. However, it is recommended you store Vegenaise on the door of your refrigerator, or anywhere in the refrigerator away from the fan. It should never be frozen. If Vegenaise is stored too cold, the emulsion can break, and separation can occur.
Vegenaise is good until the “Best if Used by” date printed on the side of the jar, whether opened or unopened.
  • Shreds & Parmesan – If frozen within its shelf life, it can be used for up to six months past the Best if Used by date.
  • Soy-Free Slices – We don’t recommend freezing the soy-free Slices as the texture can be compromised.
  • Cream Cheese, Sour Cream and Boursin Garlic and Herb– We don’t recommend freezing the Cream Cheese, Sour Cream and Boursin Garlic and Herb as their texture can be compromised.
  • Blue Cheese style Crumbles and Feta style Crumbles – We don’t recommend freezing the Cream Cheese and Sour Cream as their texture can be compromised.
Yes, all of our products are vegan.
We share your concern, and we want to assure you that we hold ourselves to the highest standard regarding the treatment of both animals and being a good steward of the environment. We’ve confirmed with our suppliers that the coconuts used for our coconut ingredients are not harvested by monkeys or children. We are committed to the use of suppliers with high ethical standards that are against child labor and the use of animals.
We do not conduct, commission, or participate in animal testing of any kind of our ingredients or finished products. We are committed to the well-being of all animals and pledge to not conduct, commission, or be party to any animal testing, now or in the future.
All Follow Your Heart products are Gluten-Free.
Some of our products do contain ingredients derived from non-GMO corn. If you have questions regarding specific products, please refer to The Allergen Chart for all of our products available here. You can also browse our Facility Allergen Chart, which includes information on the presence of allergens in the facilities and on the manufacturing lines where our products are made. Please note that corn is not a regulated allergen, so the allergen control systems in place do not apply to corn.
All our products are free of peanuts and tree nuts (except for coconut). We do manufacture products that contain coconut. The Allergen Chart for all our products is available here. You can also browse our Facility Allergen Chart, which includes information on the presence of allergens in the facilities and on the manufacturing lines where our products are made.
All of our products are certified Kosher Parve by KOF-K (https://www.kof-k.org/) except for our Organic Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing.
Since 2003, our Follow Your Heart manufacturing buildings have proudly featured around 2,000 solar panels. These panels generated enough clean electricity to cover approximately 50% of the energy used at the Follow Your Heart plant in 2023. And that’s not all! As of 2024, our Follow Your Heart US Manufacturing site is powered by 100% renewable electricity, achieved through purchasing Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
  • The modified food starch in our Soy-Free Slices & Blocks is derived from corn and potato.
  • The modified food starch in our Soy-Free Shreds is made using corn and potato.
  • The modified food starch in our Parmesan Style Shredded cheese is made using potatoes
  • The modified food starch in our Parmesan Style Grated cheese is made using potatoes and corn
We take the quality of our ingredients very seriously. Our product uses non-GMO canola oil that is expeller pressed.
All palm oil sourced for Follow Your Heart does not originate from Indonesia or Malaysia, and we exclusively procure palm oil from reputable farms in South and Central America which have practices to maintain ecosystem balance, ensure well-being of farmers and has rainforest restoration practices.
Yes! Follow Your Heart non dairy cheese tastes great melted or cold. The vegan cheese slices taste great on cold sandwiches and melt beautifully for grilled cheese sandwiches and veggie burgers. The shreds melt deliciously in a dairy free mac and cheese, vegan chili, and quesadillas. The non dairy crumbles can be added to salads and lactose free nachos.

Follow Your Heart Vegenaise is the original egg-free sandwich spread. With real mayonnaise taste, this smooth vegan mayonnaise is made without preservatives or artificial flavors. Premium, non-GMO oils are blended in for a seriously creamy sandwich spread made with ingredients you trust. Plus, this vegan spread is free from cholesterol*, dairy, lactose and gluten. With only 80 calories per serving, this dairy free condiment makes a great substitute for vegan snacks, salad dressings and sauces.

*See nutrition facts for total fat content.

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