Does the Vegan Label Mean Dairy Free? Understanding the Critical Difference
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2024 consumer study, a significant portion of the public mistakenly assumes that a 'vegan' label guarantees a product is free from all traces of dairy, a potentially dangerous misconception for those with milk allergies. Navigating the modern grocery landscape means understanding why the vegan label does not automatically mean dairy free is a matter of critical food safety.