After my son was diagnosed with food allergies, our traveling days came to an abrupt halt. To get back in the swing of things, we started slowly getting our feet wet by staying at the homes of close relatives . Gradually, we ventured out to hotels and condos. Today, we could probably camp out overnight with the contents of my purse! Traveling with food allergies does take more preparation but it’s worth it! If you’re feeling timid about taking food allergies on the road, here are...
Read moreUnfortunately, the prevalence of allergic diseases (such as food allergy, asthma, eczema, hay fever) appears to be increasing. In... Read more »
Asthma and food allergy In this entry, I would like to review the increase in food allergies and discuss the connection between asthma and... Read more »
"We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It's easy to say "It's not my child, not my community, not my world, not my... Read more »
Allergic reactions to ingredients in the foods you eat can range from mild to severe; they can even be life-threatening in some cases. But... Read more »
Food Allergy, Food Intolerance, and Food Sensitivity are all terms that have recently joined our vernacular. But, what do these terms... Read more »
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Food labels can help you compare the nutrient content of similar foods, as well as see how the food fits into your dietary eating habits. Food... Read more »