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Saturday, August, 30, 2008

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Food Allergies and Allergic Reactions to Drugs

Have you been having reactions to your prescribed medications and you can't figure out why? Do you have food allergies to any of the most common 8 allergens as outlined by the FDA: Milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts (such as almonds, cashews and walnuts), fish (such as bass, cod and flounder), shellfish (such as crab, lobster and shrimp), soy... Read moreChevron

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Banishing Nuts from Georgetown University's Cafeteria

Read about the university's move to rid the cafeteria of nuts  College can be a wonderful time. For many young people, it's their first taste of autonomy: away from home, legally considered an adult, no one to make sure you get to an early morning class or turn in your homework, no parent checking out your dates, "His hair is... Read moreChevron

Teaching Teens to Handle Their Food Allergy

I was at an engagement party at the lavish home of an old friend of the family last week. It was fully catered: open bar, passed hors d'oeuvres as well as a table full of food. I ate a completely allergen-free meal beforehand at home -- I knew I wouldn't have to worry about bothering the hostess before or during the party or need to talk... Read moreChevron

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The Rise in Food Allergies Stirs Me to Confusion

Read "Food Allergies Stir a Mother to Action" article by New York Times reporter Kim Severson.   I'm a centrist. For example, I believe not in nature VERSUS nurture but that we are a combination of nature AND nurture. Another example, I love when non-medical techniques work o help keep me healthy but am all too happy to... Read moreChevron

Panic or Allergies?

During a dinner out last week something happened that reminded me that I am really taking my life into my hands every time I eat away from home. That panic can exacerbate an allergic reaction (or in my case a non-allergic one) and that, without exception, everyone around me needs to know the allergic action plan in case something goes down. ... Read moreChevron

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