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  • Buzz Around New England: Dean's Sweets - Delectable!

    Food Allergy Buzz
    27 Jan 2012 | 5:48 am
    We recently received a beautiful package of assorted chocolate truffles and caramels from Dean's Sweets of Portland, Maine. A box like the one we received would make a lovely gift for someone or treat for yourself! (Hint, hint. Valentine's Day's coming!) It was lovely to look at and every single hand dipped chocolate piece was exquisite. The chocolate exterior was scrumptious and the inside of every truffle was a pleasing flavorful surprise. We thoroughly enjoyed them. We took our time and savored each. It took us several days to finish the box and we didn't ever want to reach the end. The…

  • Sharing the Wine

    Please Don't Pass The Nuts™
    26 Jan 2012 | 7:30 am
    “What kind of wine are you drinking?”“It’s a Petite Syrah.”It looks good. May I have a sip? Maybe I’ll order the samething.”“Why don’t we get a second glass from the waitress and I’llhappily share.”“Do you have a cold?”“Not at all. I have food allergies. I’mseverely allergic to nuts and fish. If you take a sip of my wine and say, youate salmon today, I could be in trouble when I then take a sip after you.”“Wow. I did have salmon for lunch and some cashews thisafternoon. I’ll just order what you’re having. So, what else should I knowabout your food…

  • Common Allergy Symptoms

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    Ryan Lindesay
    27 Jan 2012 | 11:56 am
    Best Allergy SitesAn allergy is simply where your body is highly sensitive to a certain allergen. Allergens can be animals, foods, dust, the sun, or a variety of other things. Learn more about allergy symptoms.Common Allergy Symptoms

  • Schools and food allergies

    Allergy News
    27 Jan 2012 | 7:11 am
    San Antonio schools have special guidelines for food allergies like are mentioned here on the Northside ISD website.

  • "Sneezy Time" in southwest Georgia

    Allergy News
    27 Jan 2012 | 12:56 am
    Read more: Local , Weather , "Sneezy Time" in Southwest Georgia , Pollen , Pollen in Winter , December Pollen , Pollen Counts , Unusual Pollen Counts , Pollen Allergies , Allergies , Southwest Georgia Pollen , Pollen Dusting Cars , Pine Pollen , Allergy Symptoms , Meteorologist Mike Morrison , Mike Morrison ALBANY, GA -- It may not be spring but ... (more)
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  • Pepper Spray to Treat Nasal Allergies?!

    23 Jan 2012 | 6:26 pm
    We all have a pretty good idea about what pepper spray is -- the self-defense weapon that is carried by police and can be found at most sporting goods stores. And, what it does -- remember that video of the UC Davis police department pepper spraying the Occupy Wall Street protestors who were staging a sit-in on campus property -- resulting in stinging and burning of the eyes, nose, skin and lungs. Now, imagine actually squirting pepper spray, in a diluted form, in your nose in an attempt to reduce the symptoms of nasal allergies. Sounds crazy, right? Well, capsaicin nasal sprays are available…

  • Could Your Cold Actually Be A Sinus Infection?

    22 Jan 2012 | 7:16 pm
    January is cold and flu season, and many of us are walking around with stuffy noses and a box of Kleenex right now. Some of us have allergies, some have the common cold, and others may even have sinus infections. Symptoms of a cold that don't get better after a week or two could represent a allergies or a sinus infection. A sinus infection may simply cause nasal congestion, runny nose, post nasal drip, coughing and/or a headache -- and may not necessarily cause facial pain/pressure, green nasal discharge and fevers....Read Full Post

  • Girl Dies at School From Peanut Allergy

    11 Jan 2012 | 6:53 pm
    A 7-year-old Virginia girl died last week as a result of a severe allergic reaction to peanuts. Apparently, the girl had been given a peanut (or peanut-containing food) from another child while on the playground. The girl developed shortness of breath and hives and sought help, although apparently no treatment was given at the school. When emergency medical services arrived at the school, the girl was already in cardiac arrest. She was taken to a local hospital where she was declared dead....Read Full Post

  • Natural Allergy Relief

    8 Jan 2012 | 1:04 pm
    More and more of my patients are asking for non-drug options for the treatment of their allergies. Whether this is an attempt to cut costs, reduce medication side effects, or to thumb their nose at the pharmaceutical industry, this trend is becoming more common. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways to treat allergies without medications. I often caution my patients, however, that herbal supplements and non-traditional approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of allergies are unproven and often even more expensive than that of pharmaceutical treatments....Read Full Post

  • It's 2012 -- Did You Just Develop an Allergy to Alcohol?

    1 Jan 2012 | 5:11 am
    If you're reading this blog, there's a good chance that you had a good time last night. Maybe a really good time. But you're probably not having that great of a time today, likely as a result of some sort of a reaction to alcoholic beverages. Most people have experienced a hang over from drinking too much alcohol (and not enough water), but could you be experiencing an allergic reaction to alcohol? There are a variety of different types of reactions that a person could experience from alcohol, from a variety of different causes. Some of these could include an allergic reaction (or at least…
 
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  • CFIA orders Bin Bin Snow Rice Crackers recall - CTV.ca

    28 Jan 2012 | 5:27 am
    CTV.caCFIA orders Bin Bin Snow Rice Crackers recallCTV.caThere has been one reported allergic reaction associated with the product which may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction in people with allergies to egg. The CFIA is monitoring the effectiveness of the recall. Bin Bin brand Snow Rice Crackers CFIA/Allergy Alert: Undeclared Egg in Certain Bin Bin Brand Snow Rice CrackersMarketWatch (press release)all 10 news articles »

  • Undeclared milk and wheat in Jelly Belly Christmas Deluxe Mix: CFIA - Brandon Sun

    28 Jan 2012 | 4:05 am
    Undeclared milk and wheat in Jelly Belly Christmas Deluxe Mix: CFIABrandon SunOTTAWA - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning people with allergies to milk and wheat not to consume Jelly Belly Christmas Deluxe Mix. The affected product contains milk and wheat which are not declared on the label. It was distributed across CFIA/Allergy Alert: Undeclared Milk and Wheat in Jelly Belly Christmas Deluxe MixMarketWatch (press release)all 5 news articles »

  • Boy suffers rare allergy to cold - NBC2 News

    27 Jan 2012 | 7:24 pm
    Boy suffers rare allergy to coldNBC2 NewsSchools deal with all kinds of children's allergies these days but none quite like the one that has been diagnosed in Jackson, Minnesota. In Mrs. Bosma's 5th grade class at Riverside Elementary nearly every child has one sort of allergy or another.and more »

  • Huff's Bill Targets Chiropractors Treating Allergies - Patch.com

    27 Jan 2012 | 2:42 pm
    Huff's Bill Targets Chiropractors Treating AllergiesPatch.comBy Hazel Lodevico-To'o A bill authored by Senate Minority Leader Bob Huff banning chiropractors from treating allergies was approved by the Senate Thursday. According to Huff, who represents the 29 th district including Glendora, Monrovia,

  • Novak Djokovic reveals allergy struggle - Times of India

    27 Jan 2012 | 9:54 am
    Telegraph.co.ukNovak Djokovic reveals allergy struggleTimes of IndiaMELBOURNE: Novak Djokovic admitted he was struggling with allergies and had consulted doctors after again appearing unwell during his five-set Australian Open semifinal win on Friday. The Serbian world number one ousted fourth seed Andy Murray in five Nadal won't be swayed by Djokovic breathing issuesUSA TODAYSome Pain, Some GainTennis Magazine (blog)Familiar faces in Grand Slam finaleMontreal GazetteYahoo! Eurosport UK -Vancouver Sunall 1,900 news articles »
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  • Genetic Mutation Leads To Cold Allergy, Immune Deficiency And Autoimmunity

    13 Jan 2012 | 2:00 am
    Investigators at the National Institutes of Health have identified a genetic mutation in three unrelated families that causes a rare immune disorder characterized by excessive and impaired immune function. Symptoms of this condition include immune deficiency, autoimmunity, inflammatory skin disorders and cold-induced hives, a condition known as cold urticaria...

  • Get Ready For Spring - Hay Fever Worse In Spring Than Summer

    31 Dec 2011 | 2:00 am
    Hay fever (runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes) is caused by an allergy to pollen, and most commonly to grass pollen. These tiny grains bring misery to sufferers through spring and summer and pollen levels are often included as part of weather reports to help sufferers prepare...

  • Perrigo Announces FDA Final Approval For Desloratadine

    29 Dec 2011 | 3:00 am
    Perrigo Company (Nasdaq: PRGO;TASE) announced that it has received final approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) for Desloratadine tablets (5 mg). Perrigo had been sued for patent infringement based upon its filing of an ANDA containing a Paragraph IV certification and settled the case in 2008...

  • Allergy Tests Are No Magic Bullets For Diagnosis

    28 Dec 2011 | 2:00 am
    An advisory from two leading allergists, Robert Wood of the Johns Hopkins Children's Center and Scott Sicherer of Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York, urges clinicians to use caution when ordering allergy tests and to avoid making a diagnosis based solely on test results...

  • Memo To Pediatricians, Allergy Tests Are No Magic Bullets For Diagnosis

    27 Dec 2011 | 2:00 am
    An advisory from two leading allergists, Robert Wood of the Johns Hopkins Children's Center and Scott Sicherer of Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York, urges clinicians to use caution when ordering allergy tests and to avoid making a diagnosis based solely on test results...
 
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  • Schools and food allergies

    27 Jan 2012 | 7:11 am
    San Antonio schools have special guidelines for food allergies like are mentioned here on the Northside ISD website.

  • "Sneezy Time" in southwest Georgia

    27 Jan 2012 | 12:56 am
    Read more: Local , Weather , "Sneezy Time" in Southwest Georgia , Pollen , Pollen in Winter , December Pollen , Pollen Counts , Unusual Pollen Counts , Pollen Allergies , Allergies , Southwest Georgia Pollen , Pollen Dusting Cars , Pine Pollen , Allergy Symptoms , Meteorologist Mike Morrison , Mike Morrison ALBANY, GA -- It may not be spring but ... (more)

  • Peanut Allergy Patients Need Emergency Plan

    26 Jan 2012 | 8:41 pm
    The parents of every child with a peanut allergy need to set up an emergency plan approved by their doctor and school, according to Omaha allergy experts.

  • Bill would ban allergy treatments by chiropractors

    26 Jan 2012 | 7:37 pm
    Senate Minority Leader Bob Huff, a Republican from Diamond Bar, says some chiropractors have claimed they can use lasers to diagnose and treat hypersensitivity to certain food, medicine and environmental allergies, without evidence that the treatments work.

  • Bill would ban allergy treatments by chiropractors

    26 Jan 2012 | 7:37 pm
    Senate Minority Leader Bob Huff, a Republican from Diamond Bar, says some chiropractors have claimed they can use lasers to diagnose and treat hypersensitivity to certain food, medicine and environmental allergies, without evidence that the treatments work.
 
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  • Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy Protein in Aunt Jemima(R) Frozen Pancakes #food...

    27 Jan 2012 | 3:51 pm
    Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy Protein in Aunt Jemima(R) Frozen Pancakes #foodallergyPinnacle Foods Group LLC Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Soy Protein in Aunt Jemima(R) Frozen Panwww.marketwatch.com

  • The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA), partnering with St. John's...

    27 Jan 2012 | 1:41 pm
    The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA), partnering with St. John's University, is conducting the first-of-its-kind research study on gluten in medications. Parents of children who are following a wheat-free or gluten-free diet are asked to participate. The survey takes between 4-15 minutes to complete. It closes on February 28, 2012.http://www.CeliacCentral.org/Surveywww.CeliacCentral.org

  • Boy Survives Near-Fatal Food Allergy Reaction #foodallergy This boy had a know...

    27 Jan 2012 | 8:08 am
    Boy Survives Near-Fatal Food Allergy Reaction #foodallergy This boy had a known ingestion of an allergen with tummy ache that progressed to heart/lung failure. Was driven to the hospital by mother. Does your child have a food allergy action plan on file at school? http://www.foodallergy.org/files/FAAP.pdfBoy Survives Delayed Reaction To Peanut Allergywww.ketv.comOMAHA, Neb. -- A Carter Lake boy went to the hospital with a stomachache and ending up on life support with a heart-lung bypass machine keeping him alive. Thursday, January 26, 2012.

  • KFA eNews: Has Your Child Ever Been Bullied? Read yesterday's newsletter to find...

    26 Jan 2012 | 12:48 pm
    KFA eNews: Has Your Child Ever Been Bullied? Read yesterday's newsletter to find tips for parents and a message from KFA's President on how to raise awareness within your school.KFA eNews: Food Allergy Bullyingwww.kidswithfoodallergies.orgKFA eNews: Has your child been bullied due to food allergy? Tips for parents to combat bullying; 10 new allergy-friendly foods; 13 allergy recall alerts; why epinephrine should be available in every school.

  • The Chicago School Board has approved a plan to stock every public school with e...

    26 Jan 2012 | 9:09 am
    The Chicago School Board has approved a plan to stock every public school with epinephrine pens. In an emergency, epi-pens can be used to inject a student who has gone into anaphylactic shock.All Chicago Public School to Be Stocked with Epinephrine Penswww.myfoxchicago.comThe Chicago School Board has approved a plan to stock every public school with epinephrine pens.
 
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  • What Causes Allergies and Why Are Some of Us More Susceptible?

    admin4
    18 Jan 2012 | 8:41 am
    What causes allergies is a question that may frequently occur to those of us who have allergies and who often have their activities and life constrained by those allergies. An allergy is a hypersensitivity disorder of the immune system. To put it simply, the body overreacts to harmless substances, perceiving them to be harmful. What causes allergies? Many kinds of foods, dust, pollen, medications, dander from pets and other animals and insect bites are usually not inimical to the body. But those who have an allergy to any of these substances are unable to tolerate these ‘allergens’ and…

  • Skin Allergy Treatment – Your Options

    admin4
    5 Jan 2012 | 7:39 am
    Skin allergies can be inconvenient and troublesome, to the extent that they may interfere with one’s regular activities. So it is only natural that you seek skin allergy treatment if you have this allergy; to get rid of the problem once and for all. Why you should seek skin allergy treatment There is of course the fact that skin allergies can be troublesome. Also they can lead to stigmas or social isolation, particularly in the case of children because the allergy can be mistaken for an infection or other contagious condition. Avoiding allergens and irritants is always a good idea but this…

  • Almond Allergy Symptoms and Tips for Management

    admin4
    19 Dec 2011 | 9:49 am
    In popular literature and movies, almond allergy symptoms have often played a rather hilarious part, however for those who actually suffer from almond allergies, the situation can be far from amusing. The fact is that nut allergies (including peanuts and other tree nuts) are the ones that cause the most frequently fatal reactions caused by food allergies. There are many different almond allergy symptoms which can occur, when almonds are actually eaten and in some cases even if the person has only touched or come into contact with the allergen– 1. Tingling and swelling of the lips and about…

  • Are You Allergic to Bananas? Identifying Banana Allergy Symptoms

    admin4
    7 Dec 2011 | 6:49 am
    Some of us may display banana allergy symptoms or symptoms that mimic an allergy to these fruits, but it is important to firstly identify whether one is allergic to bananas or whether one has intolerance to them. There can be difficulties in identifying a banana allergy because it is one of the less common allergies around. Difference between banana intolerance and allergy Sometimes intolerance can cause some symptoms similar to banana allergy symptoms and so differentiating the two can be confusing. However the pathology of both is different and therefore the management of the symptoms also…

  • The Common and Not-so-common Coffee Allergy Symptoms

    admin4
    25 Nov 2011 | 9:48 am
    Coffee may be the one thing that many of us need just to come fully awake each morning, but for some of us, coffee allergy symptoms make the enjoyment of this fragrant and refreshing beverage impossible. It is the caffeine in coffee that people can be allergic to, and so the allergic reaction can also be experienced in the case of other caffeinated beverages such as colas, chocolate, and in cases even decaffeinated coffee. This allergy is not yet fully understood and the coffee allergy symptoms can be quite different and varied and may also include mental and not just physical symptoms.
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  • Household Chemicals and the Immune System

    26 Jan 2012 | 6:52 am
    Nonstick pans. Microwave popcorn. Carpets. All contain perfluorinated compounds (PFCs), a group of chemicals that have been linked to early menopause, high cholesterol, and now possibly damage to the immune system. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has found PFC exposure to be widespread in the American population....Read Full Post

  • Why Should Schools Have Auto-Injectors?

    25 Jan 2012 | 6:38 am
    Most parents worry when they send their children off to school. We wonder: Will she make friends? Will he succeed? Will her teacher be understanding? Will he remember to eat his sandwich at lunch?...Read Full Post

  • Food Allergy Reader's Choice Awards

    18 Jan 2012 | 4:30 am
    Do you have a favorite food allergy product or service that you would love to share with others? Is there a company that you think deserves recognition for its service to people with food allergies? Maybe there is a nut-free chocolate bar you can't live without. Or maybe you have found emotional support from an online support group that you wish everyone knew about....Read Full Post

  • ADHD and Food Sensitivities

    13 Jan 2012 | 6:51 am
    Will avoiding food dyes cure ADHD? What about gluten?  Ads for diets that claim to cure ADHD or reduce symptoms are all over the web. Do any of them work? A recent article published the journal Pediatrics reviewed the results of research studies on ADHD diets from the 1970s to the present. Their findings were mixed. There is some evidence that Omega-3 and -6 supplements improve attention in some children, though not to the level of being considered a "cure."...Read Full Post

  • Another Preventable Tragedy

    4 Jan 2012 | 7:19 am
    My heart aches for the family of Ammaria Johnson, a 7-year old girl from Virginia, who died this week after ingesting a peanut at school. Ammaria's parents had a written food allergy Emergency Action Plan in place for their daughter and had tried to send an epi-pen to school with her. They did everything they could to keep their daughter safe....Read Full Post
 
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  • FAAN Names Gina Clowes as Vice President of Member Relations

    Gina Clowes
    23 Jan 2012 | 7:16 pm
    FAAN Names Gina Clowes as Vice President of Member Relations Clowes to Help Families Cope with Food Allergies FAIRFAX, Va. (Jan. 20, 2012) – The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN™) is pleased to announce that longtime food allergy advocate Gina Clowes has joined the organization as Vice President of Member Relations. Clowes brings to FAAN an extensive knowledge of food allergies on a personal and professional level. As an author, advocate and educator, she has helped thousands of families adjust to life with food allergies. As a mom, she has helped her son manage multiple food…

  • Peanut allergic 7 year old child dies at school

    Gina Clowes
    3 Jan 2012 | 10:30 pm
    It was her first day back to school after Christmas break and Ammaria Johnson, a first grade student at Hopkins Elementary school, was given a peanut by another student who was not aware of her food allergies. She went to school that morning and never came back. During recess, Ammaria felt sick and ran to a teacher for help. The teacher rushed her to the school clinic where, it was reported, they tried to reach her parents first and then called 911. Emergency crews were called on Monday around 2:30 PM and when they arrived, 7 year-old Ammaria was in cardiac arrest. She was pronounced dead at…

  • Food Allergy Friendly Pumpkin Pie Muffins

    Gina Clowes
    16 Dec 2011 | 9:57 pm
    By Debbie Adlerof www.sweetdebbiesorganiccupcakes.com My 3-year-old son can be seriously harmed from a sip of cow’s milk, a bite of omelet, a nibble of nut, a taste of tofu, a morsel of wheat bread…the list goes on and on. As a result, since he was diagnosed at the age of 1, I have been forced to make every meal and dessert free from dairy, egg, soy, gluten, nuts, and to make life even more depraved, sugar. After getting involved in the food-allergic community, I realized there were many people in need of healthful, allergy-free snacks. So, in 2006, I opened up my bakery Sweet Debbie’s,…

  • Food Allergy Research: New Study on the Economic Burden

    Gina Clowes
    28 Nov 2011 | 5:45 pm
    FAI has asked us to spread the word about a great opportunity to help advance food allergy research. The organization is funding a national study, conducted by researchers at Children’s Memorial Hospital (Chicago, IL), which will assess the economic burden of food allergies on children. This is the same research team, led by Dr. Ruchi Gupta, which published the results of a high-profile national prevalence study in Pediatrics in last June. That study, which was also funded by FAI, found that 1 in 13 U.S. children suffer from food allergies—two in every classroom. In mid-December, FAI will…

  • Food Allergy Musician Kyle Dine’s Top Tips for Teens

    Gina Clowes
    15 Nov 2011 | 8:38 am
    Gina Clowes: Thank you for talking with me today Kyle. Let’s get started. When we spoke last week, you told me that you wanted to share the story of how you came to be involved in our food allergy world. You had one of those days that changes the course of your life forever. Would you share your experience with us? Kyle Dine: I was 21 years old when I had my worst reaction ever and my life was never the same after that day. I’m allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish, shellfish, mustard, penicillin, dogs, cats and I have environmental allergies. I’ve had many allergic…
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  • Allergy Certifications and Seals

    27 Jan 2012 | 10:15 am
    In the industry that is allergy relief, just as with any market, there are a variety of products and providers available. One thing that manufacturers often do is proudly display any certifications they have attained for their products. But what do these seals and badges really mean or signify? Certifications can vary greatly across a wide spectrum. Some certifications come from large, non-profit organizations while others are literally run out someone's basement. This has been and continues to be a huge problem in the area of green products and environmentally friendly certification. As…

  • New Study on Vacuums Confirms Old Advice

    25 Jan 2012 | 10:01 am
    If you've spent time on this site investigating indoor air quality or simply looking for ways to relieve allergy symptoms, you have likely come across specific characteristics we suggest that you should look for in a vacuum cleaner. For years we have recommended that allergy, asthma and MCS sufferers invest in a quality HEPA vacuum cleaner that features a sealed system. The reason was because only this type of vacuum can truly remove allergens and the ultra fine particles in the air that can trigger asthma attacks or allergic reactions. Researchers in Australia recently published findings…

  • Remove Hidden Allergens From Guests

    23 Jan 2012 | 10:06 am
    For pet allergy sufferers, keeping dander out of the house seems like an easy task if you don't own a pet, but there are still some hidden ways that dander can make it's way inside your home and on your furniture. Since pet dander can be as small as just a few microns, it can easily become airborne and attach to household items, particularly clothing and upholstered furniture. So while your buddy, Phil, may be bringing the cheese dip for the Superbowl party, he's likely also carrying a healthy dose of cat dander from his three shorthaired Persians. But don't exclude Phil just…

  • Introducing - Allergy Armor Organic Cotton Blanket

    20 Jan 2012 | 8:40 am
    After months of preparation and planning, we are proud to introduce the exclusive Allergy Armor Organic Cotton Blanket! For allergy, asthma and MCS sufferers, certified organic products provide relief from the chemicals and toxins that pollute our everyday lives. Grown in the U.S., without the use of pesticides, insecticides and fertilizers, our organic cotton is a natural alternative to modern textiles. Free of dyes and modern treatments like formaldehyde, the Allergy Armor organic cotton blanket is comfortable, features a luxury weave with a natural color. With well-stitched seams, this…

  • Dirty Schools, Dirty Lungs?

    18 Jan 2012 | 9:35 am
    There have been countless studies done on how certain issues like lack of sleep, and even problems at home, can affect children and their performance in school. More recently, individual states and cities have been taking this a step further and have examined the link between poor indoor air quality and increased instances of hospitalization due to asthma.Studies like this are important for two reasons. First, they highlight how building maintenance and cleaning procedures (or lack thereof) can impact students vis-à-vis indoor air quality issues (IAQ). Secondly, they illustrate the link…
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  • Blue Bear Sale

    26 Jan 2012 | 11:59 am
    News From Blue Bear AwareCheck out the great new selection of Uno, Duo and Trio neoprene Auto-injector pouches at Blue Bear Aware. These pouches are light weight, durable and water resistant. They also help regulate the temperature of the medication and have an easy to use zipper and buckle. And with the chilly winter weather upon us now, remind your son or daughter to wear their pouch under their jacket for extra protection.Today until Jan 30, 2012 receive 15% off your purchase of allergy gear by placing the code brrwinter in the coupon box at the check-out page, minimum purchase of…

  • Ange-Gardien

    25 Jan 2012 | 10:18 am
    News from Ange-Gardien Known as (Guardian Angel Foods)Ange-Gardien is a Canadian company that produces desserts and snacks made specifically for those who suffer from food allergies. Nut Free, Dairy Free and Nut Free. Available soon! Our brand new muffin bars Visit Ange-Gardien online store to see our amazing new treats for Valentine's Day!

  • Annual Food Allergy Awareness Event

    17 Jan 2012 | 8:37 am
    Food Allergy Association of Minnesota (AFAA)Saturday, March 24 7 - 9 a.m. Mall of America- 1st floor, Macy’s courtHey Diddle, Diddle, Help Solve the Food Riddle! Join us at the Annual Food Allergy Awareness. Register day-of or visit http://www.minnesotafoodallergy.org to register online.Proceeds from the Food Allergy Awareness Walk will go to the Anaphylaxis and Food Allergy Association of Minnesota (AFAA). AFAA is a Minnesota 501(c)3 non-profit organization with school, restaurant and medical policy accomplishments; allergen-free activities for children and families (including the first…

  • Flours and Rolling Pins Made With Nuts

    14 Jan 2012 | 6:18 am
    Flours made from nuts, rolling pins coated with nut oils, make keeping a nut free pantry or kitchen add an extra level of caution. Flours made from nuts are often marketed for gluten free customers, and many gluten free people enjoy them, but the nut allergic should be aware. For more information see Gluten Ffree flours, many made from nutsAlmond FlourHazelnut Flour/ MealBob's Almond Flour/ MealHoneyville Almond FlourByrd Mill Peanut FlourJamestown sweet Potato FlourJK Gourmet Almond FlourLocal Harvest Walnut FlourProtein Plus Peanut FlourThe Nut House Hazelnut FlourSouthern Grace Farms…

  • A Guide to Living Gluten - Free

    2 Jan 2012 | 10:21 am
    On the Wings of Hope, LLC is proud to announce their newest book, “A Guide to Living Gluten-free”, has been published and is available at numerous outlets including OnTheWingsOfHope.com, Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. The digital version is currently available at SmashWords.com. This book is ideal for any "newbie" to the gluten-free lifestyle, but has useful information for those who have been living gluten-free for some time. It covers the various emotions that can be experienced when switching to a gluten-free lifestyle - relief, fear, panic, denial, self-pity, anger and acceptance,…
 
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  • Valentine's Day with Food Allergies

    Food Allergy Assistant
    27 Jan 2012 | 4:34 am
    Aaahhh...the day for love. February 14 is all about hearts, cards, flowers and chocolates. If you need some food allergy-friendly treats for a special someone, check out these sweet delights: Chocolate Emporium offers Valentine themed chocolate lollipops and introduces sunbutter-filled chocolate hearts. Order by Monday, February 6. Peanut Free Planet has gathered together safe treats and can also make Valentine's Day gift baskets. Amanda's Own has heart shaped candies in a variety of decorated bags. Last day to order is Monday, February 6. From cupcakes to candy to popcorn,…

  • Seven Things to Do for Food Allergy and Intolerance Awareness Week

    Food Allergy Assistant
    23 Jan 2012 | 6:30 am
    January 23-29, 2012 is Food Allergy and Intolerance Week (not to be confused with FAAN's Food Allergy Awareness Week, scheduled May 13-19, 2012). Many people say they have a food allergy when they actually have a much more common condition- a food intolerance. Here is a list of seven things to do this week to learn more about the differences between food allergy and food intolerance: Monday, January 23- Check out this quiz to see what you know about the differences between food allergy and food intolerances. Tuesday, January 24- Watch this HealthWatch MD video. Send the video to someone you…

  • Food Allergy Training Program

    Food Allergy Assistant
    20 Jan 2012 | 4:30 am
    If you haven't seen it, Allergic Living's editor Gwen Smith's piece, "Who's to Blame for another Allergy Tragedy". is a must read. She correctly points to those of us in the food allergy community as the group who must stay on top of our schools when it comes to keeping children safe. Whenever I talk to someone about the EpiPen, I always add that there is no lasting physical harm to using it. We must make sure that everyone knows if they think they should be using the EpiPen, they probably should be. I just registered for the Allergy Ready CARE course. It's easy to sign-up and the course is…

  • Hives, Swelling and Food Allergy Reactions

    Food Allergy Assistant
    18 Jan 2012 | 4:03 am
    "I think my lip is swelling up. Do I have a hive?" Our peaceful MLK Day quickly turned into one of "those scary times." Sure enough, my food allergic 11-year-old had a very puffed out lower lip and a pretty giant hive. As I got the Benadryl, several smaller hives began popping out on the upper lip. I watched. We waited. We both knew what to do if things didn't turn around quickly. Knowing what to do doesn't make it any easier to do it. Fortunately the Benadryl did the trick. The upper lip hives disappeared and the swelling began to go down. No need for the EpiPen. This time. Outside of a food…

  • Tax Deductions for Food Allergy Families

    Food Allergy Assistant
    16 Jan 2012 | 7:09 am
    It's that time of year...the W2s are arriving and blank tax forms are arranged in neat piles at the library. Food allergy families often encounter extra expenses for special foods and medications. Did you know that you may be able to deduct these costs on your taxes? Check out this Medical Expenses Checklist to find out what may qualify. For a complete Medical and Dental expense list, take a look at IRS publication 502. Of course, consulting a tax professional may be helpful if you have questions about this or any other type of deduction.
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    Milk Allergy Mom

  • Homeschool: Week 15

    Jamie Kaufmann
    25 Jan 2012 | 11:08 am
    Dec 19-23PHONICSFamily: ix, ox, ess, ipWords: six, mix, fix, box, fox, ox, Bess, less, mess, Jess, tip, sip, dip, lip, ripService: whatAdd to Family: zip, zap, ZackGrammar: Ending in "s"Spelling: ap words (cap, gap, lap, map, nap, zap)Writing: Xx ZzReading: The Big MessMATHBasic Skills BookTHEME: CHRISTMASWe read one of the Little House Books, Christmas in the Big Woods. The boys love all the pioneer stories especially because of our trips to New Salem. Miles always thanks God in his prayers for "a refrigerator instead of a cellar, that we have a stove instead of a fireplace oven, that he has…

  • Dairy-Free Cinnamon Rolls

    Jamie Kaufmann
    24 Jan 2012 | 11:27 am
    I got this recipe from Money Saving Mom. It's so easy in the bread machine! To make these dairy-free, just use Fleischmann's Unsalted Margarine for the butter and almond or soy milk for the milk. The best idea I had when making these was to cut the rolls using my "bread knife". Wow, it worked great! Much easier than cutting with dental floss! I like the idea of making these ahead and freezing. Hope to do that soon!

  • Homeschool: Week 14

    Jamie Kaufmann
    23 Jan 2012 | 10:29 am
    Dec 12-16PHONICSAdd to Families: rip, rub, red, rid, rug, ran, rock, jig, jug, Jan, jobService Word: putPunctuation: Question MarkFamily: am, ack, etWords: ham, jam, Jack, Mack, rack, tack, sack, back, pack, set, net, wet, pet, get, let, met, vetWriting: Rr, JjBook: The JetMATHbasic skills bookREADINGI was so fortunate to find the complete Set 2 of Bob Books at the consignment store for $3! So I got them for Miles. And then we made a big deal that Graham gets to have Miles's old Set 1. I couldn't believe how excited Graham was. He was ready to dive in! Graham started reading them! It was his…

  • Dairy-Free Candied Carrots

    Jamie Kaufmann
    20 Jan 2012 | 1:26 pm
    This is Jeff's favorite recipe for one of the boys' favorite dinner veggies:16 ounces baby carrots2 tablespoons butter (Fleischmann's Unsalted Margarine)1/3 cup brown sugar, packed1 cup waterdash saltpepper, to tasteIn a medium saucepan, combine the baby carrots with remaining ingredients. Stir to blend ingredients. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and continue boiling (uncovered) for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until carrots are tender and the liquid has evaporated. Serves 4 to 6.I just did a quick version in the microwave and the liquid was NOT evaporated. But we still…

  • Miles's 2011 Allergy Results & Baked-In Milk

    Jamie Kaufmann
    18 Jan 2012 | 9:00 am
    We got Miles's 2011 milk allergy results, gasp, last APRIL! Basically, his milk allergy went up after being stagnant for three years. But we are now doing one bite of baked in milk daily! Read on to see how THAT happened!Here are his blood results from the past 5 years:2007 ~ Class 3 ~ 3.98 IgE2008 ~ Class 2 ~ 1.07 IgE2009 ~ Class 2 ~ 1.07 IgE2010 ~ Class 2 ~ 1.10 IgE2011 ~ Class 2 ~ 3.33 IgEClass 3 is 3.51 IgE so dang it, Miles almost went back to Class 3 as he was 4 years ago. :(Since Miles isn't improving despite "strict avoidance", our allergist decided to try a new route. She asked us to…
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  • 1234

    25 Jan 2012 | 8:23 am
    We're counting to four today:Someone in our house is four.  Someone who yesterday was planning what gifts she wanted to give everyone else on her birthday.  Someone who chose barbecue ham sandwiches on Daddy's homemade rolls for her birthday dinner.Ham Barbecue3 pounds dairy-free ham, preferably chipped chopped ham1 cup ketchup, preferably Heinz 1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup water1 tsp. yellow mustard1/4 t. grated nutmegMix all ingredients together in a greased baking dish with a lid.  Bake at 275 degrees, covered, for 45 minutes.  Serve on hamburger buns.Happy Birthday,…

  • Ammaria

    4 Jan 2012 | 1:15 pm
    I know we have lots to catch up on, but, oh, you guys.  I'm just so sad.  Seven-year old Ammaria died of an allergic reaction at her school on Monday.  They didn't give her Benadryl.  They didn't administer an EpiPen.  Instead of calling 911, they called her parents to come pick her up.  She died of cardiac arrest.Everyone in the allergy community has been writing about it.  Libby made me laugh and sob in the same instant when she said her 2012 resolution is "no more dead children."  I wish a new year's resolution could make it so.Praying for Ammaria's…

  • Christmas books that make me cry

    21 Dec 2011 | 1:03 pm
    Helen's preschool teachers gave each student in her class two books.  However, I think Snowmen At Christmas is for the children (Cute snowmen!  Hidden pictures on each page!), and Tonight You Are My Baby is really for the moms.  It's written from Mary's point of view on the night Jesus was born; the refrain is, "Tomorrow you will be King, but tonight you are my baby...."I cry every time I read it.  "This star will bring the others and I will start to share.  But tonight you are mine to give my tender care."  This is SO how I felt in the hospital after…

  • Two more gift ideas

    19 Dec 2011 | 8:16 am
    A couple more gift recommendations that have been successful at our house:All images from AmazonBristle blocks: Our preschool has these, and they were Eli's favorite toy.  He and some of the other boys liked them so much that the teachers were unable to move them out of the toy shelf rotation--the boys got too upset.  At our parent teacher conference his first year, his teacher said, "Do you have a set of these at home?"  Me: "Uh, no."  Teacher, who has never recommended we get a specific toy for any of our children before or since: "I REALLY think you should get a…

  • Milk of human kindness

    14 Dec 2011 | 9:33 am
    I had my Christmastime meltdown at our neighborhood Christmas party last weekend, so I can cross that off the list.  Very close friend who has five children: "So, expecting number five?"  Me:  "Ha ha.  NO.  A thousand times NO."There's just so much stuff.  All. Month. Long.  Chirpy magazine article on relieving holiday stress: "Just say no!"  Oh sure, I'm going to be the pinehole who doesn't send canned goods for the food pantry to each of my three children's schools or not give each teacher a gift or not bring dairy-free cookies to every event or not…
 
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  • The Hold Your Breath Game - not my usual blog fodder

    ChupieandJ'smama
    26 Jan 2012 | 1:28 pm
    If you read my blog then you know that I'm a mom.  I have two boys ages 7 and 10.  I saw this story in the morning on the news.  This is not our school, but it's near us and it got me to thinking.  Do my boys know anything about the Hold Your Breath Game/Fainting Game?  So I asked them this morning. And to my horror, my oldest son told me that he knows about it because people in his class do it. I really expected them to be confused by what I was asking and not have a clue what I was talking about.  These are 4th graders that I'm talking about. I don't think…

  • Menu Plan Monday (that started on Friday)

    ChupieandJ'smama
    23 Jan 2012 | 8:45 am
    I usually go to the grocery store on Thursdays or Fridays so that's when my Menu Plan starts.  Next week I'll have some help because my oldest son needs to a menu plan for cub scouts.  That ought to be interesting.  We'll probably have pizza or tacos every day.Friday:  Hummus Veggie Wraps - Not kid friendly, or at least not kid friendly for my kids.  My boys hated these.  I think it was the hummus as they pulled all the veggies off and ate them by themselves (after using napkins to wipe off the hummus).  I made them allergy friendly by skipping the pine…

  • Disney With Food Allergies: The Food

    ChupieandJ'smama
    19 Jan 2012 | 10:30 am
    We've been to Disney with food allergies one other time.  It was wonderful.  This time I had a slight comfort zone due to our great experience last time.  I contacted Special Dietary Needs right after we made our reservations.  I was immediately contacted back with some instructions, an ingredient list of allergy friendly foods at the parks, a list of counter restaurants that were best for those that require special dietary considerations, and a sheet for me to fill out and return to them with any sit down reservations we make (including the name of the…

  • We Went To Disney World

    ChupieandJ'smama
    16 Jan 2012 | 2:48 pm
    WE'RE BACK!  You probably didn't even realize we were gone.  But we left last Monday and returned last night.  It really was a magical time.  What it wasn't was a relaxing time.  But we had a blast and were sad to leave.  We went to Disney and to LegoLand. I have lots to post about, especially regarding food allergies, but I'm too tired right now and have too much laundry to do.  So I'll leave you with pictures instead.... lots and lots of pictures. Create a digital slideshow

  • Trying to go from stalled to go

    ChupieandJ'smama
    5 Jan 2012 | 9:00 am
    (photo courtesy of Microsoft clip art) I swear I'm in slow motion lately.  In fact, I'm so slow that I feel like I'm in reverse.  Normally all my Christmas decorations are down in one day.  It's been 4 days now and the tree in the basement is still up.  The furniture in the living room hasn't been moved back to it's normal position and there are still some Christmas gifts without a home. The boys first day back to school from break was yesterday.  I'm having a hard time getting back into the swing of the children's schedule again too.  Today was Math Club for…
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  • Peanut Allergies & Health Insurance

    Robyn A.
    18 Jan 2012 | 12:49 pm
    When your child has a peanut allergy things like health insurance become all that much more important.I distinctly remember when Tyler was rushed to the hospital by ambulance in 2008 being very aware and thankful that we had such great insurance. Cost was the last thing on our minds. We were able to focus solely on his health and what we had to do to keep him healthy and peanut free in the future. Health insurance has changed a lot in the last few years. If you want to start a hot debate among your friends, just mention the words “health insurance” and let the sparks fly. It’s downright…

  • New Ebook: Managing Your Child's Food Allergies at Halloween

    Robyn A.
    24 Oct 2011 | 1:44 pm
    Looking for some guidance right before Halloween kicks off?I've written a short ebook on the subject that is sure to help you, particularly if you are nervous or this is your first Halloween dealing with food allergies.It covers things like:Safety tips for trick-or-treatingWhat to do with the candy they get trick-or-treatingHalloween alternativesThe class Halloween partyAnd more!The cost is just $5.95!

  • The Scariest Day of the Year

    Robyn A.
    19 Sep 2011 | 4:00 am
    It's hard to believe but the leaves are already changing and it means Halloween is right around the corner.I like to call this "The Scariest Day of the Year." The only problem is it's the treats that I'm afraid of and not the tricks!I am a big advocate of planning ahead to effectively manage food allergies. This leaves the "flying by the seat of your pants" part out. That just doesn't work with food allergies. Even though it's 6 weeks away, consider this your invitation to start planning!Here are some things you can start thinking about (and it has nothing to do with the costume!)1.) Will you…

  • Acorns: The Overlooked Tree Nut

    Robyn A.
    16 Sep 2011 | 10:45 am
    Did you know that an acorn is a tree nut? Yep, those little things that run rampant in the fall and are often found in piles of leaves are actually a tree nut. If your child is allergic to tree nuts they may or may not be allergic to acorns.The good news is, according to FAAN, is that there are no cases of anyone actually having a serious allergic reaction to acorns. This is probably at least partly because people don't actually eat acorns. (Well, they've never my "eat very bizarre things" 4 year old!).I have always made it a rule just to stay away from acorns for my peanut and tree nut…

  • Eating Out with a Food Allergy: Have a Plan

    Robyn A.
    14 Sep 2011 | 5:39 am
    If you missed part 1 and part 2 of this series, be sure to check them out.If you're not a planner when your child is first diagnosed with a peanut allergy, you quickly learn you need to become one. It's certainly one of the most important aspects of effectively managing a food allergy, particularly when it comes to eating away from home.Finally, that little personality quirk I have pays off! :)Things don't always go as planned when it comes to food and your job, as the parent, is to quickly adapt so your child can eat safely without too much interruption.Here are a few more tips to eating out…
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  • Whole9 and The Peanut Manifesto

    12 Jan 2012 | 9:02 pm
    So it's the start of the new year and I'm not alone in re-examining my diet.  I lost about 20 pounds last year due to the separation, exercising more (hello Stand Up Paddling - I love you!!!), and stopping drinking (no, I'm not in recovery, not that there's anything wrong with that).But I have another 10-15 pounds to go to get back to where I REALLY feel good.  So I've been looking at all sorts of programs.  I want something that is easy, not too limiting.  And something where you just snap your fingers and you're skinny!  Ha!  Just making sure you were still…

  • Warning: New Peanut Product

    9 Jan 2012 | 2:32 pm
    General Mills has come out with a new product you guys should be aware of:Peanut Butter Multi-Grain CheeriosI'm not sure what this means for other Cheerios products (e.g. not sure if these will run on a separate line), but be careful and read all labels on future Cheerios products, just to be safe.What really is bothering me is that these look VERY similar to the regular Multi-Grain Cheerios.  How's a little kid at daycare where Cheerios are the common currency going to know which ones are which (and which to avoid)?So glad B isn't a fan of Cheerios!

  • Happy New Year!

    7 Jan 2012 | 5:25 pm
    Hi Guys!!!!  How are you all? Me & DI honestly can't believe it's 2012.  Where did the time go??Frankly, 2011 was the worst year of my life and the BEST.  The separation was the hardest thing I've ever done, but it's gotten so much easier.  B is really settling in to her routine (which wasn't without major bumps and anxiety attacks - both for her and for me).  I'm seeing someone new and I couldn't be happier.See?But as many of you in the food allergy community know, we started the year with a tragedy.Little Ammaria Johnson, a first grader in Virginia, died as…

  • Just a quick blog post...

    27 Sep 2011 | 11:43 am
    I'm here - I'm alive! B started second grade last month - can you believe it???  She had a rocky start with drop offs.  Tears!  I know it's due to the separation, but even when you know the reason, it's still hard to see your usually confident little girl break down each day when you leave. Thankfully, drop off is MUCH better - I get a few hugs and kisses and off she goes to learn.  The last few weeks it's been about Whales (and Narwhals - did you know these things were actually real?  I sure didn't!).Other than that, we're just settling in to the school…

  • Peanut Allergy Product Review: Enjoy Life Crunchy Cookies!

    12 Jul 2011 | 11:23 am
    I must admit, when I walk into my office on the one day a week I work there (yay for telecommuting!) I get a thrill when I see a box sitting on my desk!Last week was no exception.  I had a box from the good people at Enjoy Life and it was filled with...Crunchy Cookies! I was a good mom and waited until I saw B to tear these open.  And boy did we!It would have been irresponsible for us not to try at least two of each to make a qualified decision about which flavor we liked the best, right?And the winner? Sugar Crisp!  This is a cookie that you would think was just a…
 
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  • Sharing the Wine

    26 Jan 2012 | 7:30 am
    “What kind of wine are you drinking?”“It’s a Petite Syrah.”It looks good. May I have a sip? Maybe I’ll order the samething.”“Why don’t we get a second glass from the waitress and I’llhappily share.”“Do you have a cold?”“Not at all. I have food allergies. I’mseverely allergic to nuts and fish. If you take a sip of my wine and say, youate salmon today, I could be in trouble when I then take a sip after you.”“Wow. I did have salmon for lunch and some cashews thisafternoon. I’ll just order what you’re having. So, what else should I knowabout your food…

  • Katz Gluten Free, Powderd Doughtnuts

    23 Jan 2012 | 7:30 am
    Courtesy of Katz Gluten FreeKatz Gluten Free is now making doughnuts, powdered ones. They started the roll out during Chanukah as fried foods are traditional to celebrate the miracle of lights and sufganiyot in particular. (Here is a GF sufganiyot recipe from Gluten-Free by The Bay from 2006.)  Post-holiday season, Katz Gluten Free is rolling out these beauties as a permanent fixture on their GF canon of goodies. They sent me a sample pack.  I had a sliverjust to test, which turned into a Cookie Monster moment. Cake-y, not fried tasting and light (as light as a cake-y based doughnut…

  • Dating, Food Allergies, Living Without Magazine

    19 Jan 2012 | 12:30 pm
    If you're dating with a severe dietary restriction like food allergies or celiac disease, Living Without magazine has a nice dating piece with some quotes by this Allergic Girl in their latest issue (Feb/Mar 2012). You can pick up a copy here. If you need more dating advice, my book Allergic Girl has a whole chapter on dating with dietary restrictions.I help clients all the time tackle this issue in one-on-one coaching sessions. Contact me for more information about starting a Dating Boot Camp program today.And stay tuned to this space for more dating stories from this single Allergic Girl…

  • King Arthur, Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake Mix

    18 Jan 2012 | 7:00 am
    I’m a big fan of the gluten-free and top eight allergen-free line from King Arthur Flour; however, I haven't tried everything. So, last week, when I threw a special dinner party, I knew I wanted to make chocolate cupcakes with white icing. Having never used the King Arthur Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake Mix, I bought a box and thought I’d give it a test run. The result, I’m pleased to report was a chocolate cupcake with fine, soft crumb. The cake is moist with a deep cocoa flavor that is not overly sweet and has no aftertaste, as some GF products and mixes do. Two testers said: “If…

  • Short ribs and Gratitude

    17 Jan 2012 | 7:44 am
      Brown the meat in batchesA cliff of short rib before being served  I'm starting this New Year with somenew powerful goals: one of which is to get even more adventure from my lifewith food allergies. To that end, I created a food allergy-free dinner party toseal in those new goals. Braised short ribs and chocolate cupcakes anyone? Thiswas my first short rib creation ever. Since de-vegetarian-ing myself over fiveyears ago, I've re-discovered my lurve for all meats, especially braisedones.  So at this dinner party, chez me, all the food was Allergic Girl friendly with…
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  • Food Allergy News: Home Free Organic Treats! Peanut-Free, Treen Nut-Free and More!

    Jenny
    27 Jan 2012 | 10:53 am
    The unexpected benefit of having to find peanut-free and tree nut-free cookies and treats for our kids with peanut and tree nut allergies, is that sometimes the alternatives are healthier. And healthier is good--but what about taste? They have to want to eat it, right?Recently, my kids were given the opportunity to sample some cookies from Home Free Organic Treats. Created by the mother a child with food allergies, these cookies are a wonderful nut-free option that you can feel good about for two reasons. First of all, they are made in a free-from facility--that is, free of nut, peanuts,…

  • To Celebrate Peanut-Free Day: Nut-Free Granola Bar Recipe

    Jenny
    24 Jan 2012 | 11:04 am
    Apparently it's National Peanut Butter Day, so for those of us unable to partake, I thought I we could celebrate National Peanut-Free Day. And what better way than with a peanut-free, tree nut-free recipe (and reader favorite): Nut-Free Granola Bars.My recipe is fast, easy and both kid and adult-friendly. It's also easy to alter to your tastes and food allergy needs. You can omit the SunButter or use soy butter if you need to and replace the chocolate chips (or combine them with) Ocean Spray Craisins or raisins. If you need to avoid eggs, add a little more honey as a binder and/or even a…

  • Food Allergy News: New Allergy-Friendly Valentine's Day Candy from Surf Sweets

    Jenny
    19 Jan 2012 | 10:21 am
    With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I am thrilled to be able to tell you about an all-new, allergy-friendly and organic treat--Surf Sweets Fruity Hearts! These sweet little heart-shaped gummy candies are certified organic watermelon and cherry heart-shaped gummies. I think they're perfect to share with your kids, their classmates and friends. Plus, they are a cute and festive decoration for a home-baked cupcake.As you know, it's a difficult prospect to decipher food labels on Valentine's Day candy in order to find nut-free but delicious items kids will enjoy eating and receiving (and…

  • Our Food Allergy Journey So Far/Preventing Peanut Allergy Reactions

    Jenny
    17 Jan 2012 | 10:37 am
    This is going to be a long post, so bear with me. A lot has been happening. 2012 began with difficulties to those of us raising children with life-threatening food allergies, especially peanut allergies. The biggest tragedy related to food allergies was when a 7-year-old girl lost her life due to a peanut allergy incident at school--every parent's worst nightmare.Another thing that has worried parents in the last couple of weeks is introduction of Peanut Butter Cheerios to the marketplace. Yes, there have been many new peanut butter/tree nut products introduced in recent years. But Cheerios…

  • Peanut Allergy News: Peanut Butter Cheerios Controversy Heats Up

    Jenny
    12 Jan 2012 | 12:37 pm
    Peanut Butter Cheerios are causing a stir among parents and not in a good way. The launch of this product has forced parents of peanut-allergic kids to rethink the use of any Cheerios, due to potential cross-contact risk and accidental ingestion. Accidental ingestion concerns are understandable since Peanut Butter Cheerios look so similar to the plain Multi-Grain. It's a two-layered level of concern and it's not unfounded, despite message boards blowing up with parents saying in essence: "What's your problem? If your child is allergic, don't buy the product." Or "teach your child not to eat…
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  • 30% of pet shop workers report airway symptoms at work and are sensitized to animal allergens

    Ves Dimov, M.D.
    26 Jan 2012 | 8:07 am
    Allergy to laboratory animals (mice, etc.) is a well-known occupational hazard. Less is known about allergic sensitization and respiratory symptoms among pet shop staff. 59 workers from 24 pet shops were included in this study from Sweden: - 53% reported nasal symptoms - 34% had eye symptoms - 22% had experienced symptoms indicating asthma - only 7% were previously diagnosed with asthma - 30% reported respiratory symptoms at work, mostly against rodents, birds, insects, and hay - 29% were sensitized to work-related allergens, mainly rodents and fodder insects, e.g., Zophobas Atopy and total…

  • Status of pediatric allergy and immunology in Spain

    Ves Dimov, M.D.
    26 Jan 2012 | 7:04 am
    The data of the ISAAC project in Spain show: - prevalence of childhood asthma of 7-15% - prevalence of 23-36% for rhinitis - atopic dermatitis in 4-8% of children - prevalence of food allergy is 3% All children in Spain have the right to be evaluated in their National Health System. The medical care at the primary level is provided by pediatricians, who go through a 4-year medical residency training program. There are currently 112 certified pediatric allergists in Spain, who have obtained the accreditation of the European Union of Medical Specialists. Future specialists in pediatric allergy…

  • PPI lansoprazole doesn't help children with poorly controlled asthma if they don't have reflux symptoms (GERD)

    Ves Dimov, M.D.
    25 Jan 2012 | 7:24 am
    Asymptomatic gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is prevalent in children with asthma. Untreated GER has been postulated to be a cause of inadequate asthma control. However, it it not clear if treating asymptomatic GERD with proton pump inhibitors (PPI) helps the asthma symptoms. 300 children with asthma with mean age of 11 years were enrolled at 19 US academic clinical centers and were followed up for 6 months. There were no significant differences in: - the Asthma Control Questionnaire (ACQ) score (primary outcome), - FEV1, forced expiratory volume in the first second - asthma-related quality of…

  • T reg cells may offer a key for treatment of autoimmune diseases

    Ves Dimov, M.D.
    24 Jan 2012 | 7:15 am
    T regulatory cells (Treg) are distinguished by CD4+, CD25+, GITR+, CTLA-4+. Some of T regs also express the transcription factor Foxp3 (nTreg). Treg subsets include: - Natural Tregs (nTreg). nTregs develop in the thymus and constitutively express Foxp3 and CD25. They depend upon IL-2 for their survival. - Induced Tregs (iTreg). iTregs are induced from naïve CD4 in the periphery. They express Foxp3 only after development by TGF-b. - T Regulatory 1 (Tr1). Tr1 do not express CD25 or Foxp3. They depend on IL-10 from DCs for development. Tr1 produce high levels of IL-10. Regulatory…

  • Needles/lancets are tools of choice for skin prick testing - according to a study comparing 5 techniques in Europe

    Ves Dimov, M.D.
    23 Jan 2012 | 7:28 am
    Skin prick tests (SPT) represent indispensable tools in allergy, even more than 30 years after their introduction in clinical practice (note: skin prick testing has been used in the U.S. for a lot longer than 30 years). A wheal with multiple pseudopods and a satellite lesion in the upper left. Image source: Modified from Sakurako Kitsa's photostream, Flickr (used with the author's permission). Four instruments were investigated in this European study: - 23G intravenous (IV) needle - ALK Lancet - SoluPrick SQ (TM) - Stallergenes (STG) Prick Lancet - Stallerpoint (using two different…
 
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  • Buzz Around New England: Dean's Sweets - Delectable!

    27 Jan 2012 | 5:48 am
    We recently received a beautiful package of assorted chocolate truffles and caramels from Dean's Sweets of Portland, Maine. A box like the one we received would make a lovely gift for someone or treat for yourself! (Hint, hint. Valentine's Day's coming!) It was lovely to look at and every single hand dipped chocolate piece was exquisite. The chocolate exterior was scrumptious and the inside of every truffle was a pleasing flavorful surprise. We thoroughly enjoyed them. We took our time and savored each. It took us several days to finish the box and we didn't ever want to reach the end. The…

  • Living with Food Allergies Blog Carnival Postponed Till Feb 2

    26 Jan 2012 | 10:30 am
    If you are wondering why the Living with Food Allergies Blog Carnival is not up today, it's because we decided to push it off until next Thursday, February 2. We have received some great blog posts to share then too! If you haven't sent yours in yet, you still have time. We are accepting entries until 11 pm Eastern time on February 1.  Here is the link to submit your post. (Hopefully it's working again!)Also, if you'd like to host the carnival on your blog, let me know, we still have a couple months open.Thanks so much!

  • Not Very Food Allergy Friendly

    25 Jan 2012 | 12:30 pm
    Did you read my last post abut trying to get information about cross-contamination from Heinz?  Well, I wrote again and here is the answer I received: January 25, 2012Dear Jennifer,Thank you for visiting our web site.We are not required to list allergens present within a manufacturing facility, only those that are present as ingredients used within the product. Unfortunately we are not able to provide information as to whether any other ingredients are present in the manufacturing facility.Thanks again for contacting us.  We appreciate your interest.Heinz Consumer Resource…

  • Operator...can you add a voluntary "may contain" statement?

    24 Jan 2012 | 5:56 am
    Well over a week ago, my younger son expressed an interest in trying the frozen appetizers made by TGIF that are at the grocery store in the frozen foods section. So, I told him we will write and see if they're safe. I went online, googled TGIF frozen, and found they are made by Heinz. I wrote my usual message explaining that he cannot eat foods manufactured in an environment where peanuts and tree nuts are present due to life threatening allergies. What I needed from Heinz is information about possible cross-contamination, but below is the response I received:January 19, 2012Dear…

  • #foodallergy Blog Carnival 2012 Schedule and Hosts

    21 Jan 2012 | 7:21 am
    It's a new year, so it is time to get the 'ol Living with Food Allergies Blog Carnival on a new schedule. We'll do the blog carnival the 4th Thursday of each month, and entries will be due by 11 pm Eastern time the night before. Here is the link where you enter the info for your blog post. Submission requirements are:You must have a blog.Your blog post must be related to food allergies.It can be a post about your thoughts, a food allergy-related controversy, tips for managing food allergies, even a recipe! It's up to you.Libby, at The Allergic Kid (@TheAllergicKid), will be hosting the…
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  • Common Allergy Symptoms

    Ryan Lindesay
    27 Jan 2012 | 11:56 am
    Best Allergy SitesAn allergy is simply where your body is highly sensitive to a certain allergen. Allergens can be animals, foods, dust, the sun, or a variety of other things. Learn more about allergy symptoms.Common Allergy Symptoms

  • Allergy Certified Washer and Steam Dryer

    Ruth LovettSmith
    23 Jan 2012 | 1:07 pm
    Best Allergy Sites Allergy Certified Washer with Allergiene - The Allergiene™ cycle uses the power of steam to gently remove over 95% of common common household allergens, like dust mites and pet dander, from even the most delicate fabrics.Allergy Certified Washer and Steam Dryer

  • Potato Leek Soup Recipe

    Ruth LovettSmith
    17 Jan 2012 | 5:53 pm
    Best Allergy SitesPotato Leek soup is one of my favorite winter soups. This recipe is easy to make and is gluten and dairy free. Try it out for a quick and great lunch or dinner. It's even diet friendly!Potato Leek Soup Recipe

  • Winter Allergies

    Ruth LovettSmith
    16 Jan 2012 | 6:09 pm
    Best Allergy SitesWinter allergies – is it more than just the cold snap making you sneeze? The approach of the colder months fills most of us with dread: coughs, colds, sneezes....Winter Allergies

  • Anaphylaxis Canada Launches New Website

    Ruth LovettSmith
    13 Jan 2012 | 12:42 pm
    Best Allergy SitesIn celebration of our 10th year anniversary, we are very excited to announce the launch of our new website! We received many great suggestions from our members..Anaphylaxis Canada Launches New Website
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  • If I’m Allergic To Penicillin, Can I Eat Blue Cheese Made With Penicillium Mold?

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    16 Jan 2012 | 6:39 pm
    I received an interesting inquiry the other day. A woman with a known allergy to penicillin had an allergic reaction (rash and swelling) after eating a product made with real blue cheese. She wondered if blue cheese contains penicillin since it contains mold, which led me to do a bit of research. Blue or bleu cheese has the mold Penicillium added to it, so that the final product is spotted or veined throughout with blue, blue-gray, or blue-green mold. Some blue cheeses are injected with spores before the curds form and others have spores mixed in with the curds after they form. Examples of…

  • Epinephrine Saves Lives For Anaphylaxis AND Severe Asthma Attacks

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    15 Jan 2012 | 4:05 pm
    By Dr. Paul Ehrlich** Naishel Kelly, age 14, died January 9, 2012 Several of our American readers responded quickly to an article in Monday’s British Daily Mail to news that a 14-year-old girl, Naishel Kelly, died very soon after reporting difficulty breathing. “She was taken to the school nurse’s office where she collapsed. Paramedics rushed her to the Royal Sussex County Hospital but she was pronounced dead on arrival. There were suggestions that Naishel, who had a nut allergy, had eaten a chocolate brownie for lunch. However, a police spokesperson said this wasn’t a factor in her…

  • Schools: Please Stop Food Allergy Bullying Or You Could Be Liable In Negligence

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    10 Jan 2012 | 11:09 am
    Because of my role as an allergy advocate, people often reach out to me when their allergic kids are in a tough situation. Sometimes, the issue is food allergy bullying. Reports of food allergy bullying by students AND TEACHERS have been sent to my attention by concerned parents. To be precise, bullying can include physical actions, verbal actions, and social exclusion, and it is characterized by: acts of intentional harm, repeated over-time, in a relationship where an imbalance of power exists. Source: Pepler & Craig, 2000; Ma, Stewin & Mah, 2001 A study published in the American…

  • Allergic Injury And Death At School: What Will It Take To Protect Our Children?

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    4 Jan 2012 | 9:44 pm
    As a lawyer with a passion for helping people with allergies stay safe, I follow news regarding death and catastrophic injuries from allergic reactions at school. Unfortunately, there are many situations to follow.  I often wonder why I don’t find many legal decisions regarding allergic loss. There are some, but not many. To send a message, there need to be more. In December of 2011, I reached out to a parent whose six year old daughter died just two weeks into her first school year. I located a personal injury lawyer in his jurisdiction, and after explaining the situation to him, the…

  • Daiya Vegan Cheese: Ingredients & Allergen Information

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    26 Dec 2011 | 3:56 pm
    There was a lot of excitement in the food allergic community when Daiya vegan cheese became available in Canada. I understand from my fans following a dairy free diet that previous cheese substitutes don’t melt, and that Daiya cheese is special because it does melt and stretch. I tasted a sample at the 2011 Canadian Health Food Expo in Vancouver, and it was delicious. Daiya cheese is made entirely from plant-based ingredients and it’s: Cholesterol free Trans Fat free Dairy free Free of all animal products (Vegan) Free of common allergens including: Dairy (casein and lactose), soy, gluten,…
 
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  • State Love

    Aubree Cherie
    24 Jan 2012 | 9:45 am
    I’m a big fan of Pinterest these days. Does it waste a lot of my time? Um … yeah. It will probably do the same for you if you’re unlucky enough to fall under it’s charms (but you’ll be so happy in your delusions that you won’t see it as unlucky). Initially the appeal was [...]

  • Almond Apricot Hummus

    Aubree Cherie
    20 Jan 2012 | 6:13 am
    I just had the pleasure of having a very dear friend over for lunch. After deciding a simple salad would be nice, I thought the table looked pretty bare. What’s a lunch without something to pick at or snack on after the meal and we’re still sitting at the table talking? Well, even though I [...]

  • I’m still alive! (so I’m told)

    Aubree Cherie
    18 Jan 2012 | 12:09 pm
    Hi everyone! As you might have noticed, I’ve been a bit MIA on my blog lately. Okay, since the end of JULY. That’s almost 6 months now. I feel like a part of me is missing too. I miss sharing recipes and learning about your great ideas on the blogosphere. So I’ve decided, that although [...]

  • Brewed from nature – Sassafras Tea

    Aubree Cherie
    23 Jul 2011 | 7:01 am
    Just about over a year ago, I posted a recipe for pan seared day-lilies (How to Cook Day-lilies). In it I talked about how it was my Grandma that first introduced me to the fine art of ‘foraging’, mostly in the woods in my backyard. Some of you asked for a recipe for the Sassafras [...]

  • Favorite Recipes (7/12 to 7/18)

    Aubree Cherie
    19 Jul 2011 | 8:58 am
    Lots of treats again. Sorry all, you know my sweet tooth and it’s in-ability to be silenced ;) But with the treats below, I doubt any of you will be disappointed… I did throw in a few savories too, because they look just as amazing! This week I’m going to be doing some shameless family [...]
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