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04/10/2008
...Despite a lot of research, the exact cause of food allergies and the reason the number of kids affected is on the rise, is still something of a mystery. One very common question on the subject is “Are food allergies genetic?” While no one has identified a “food allergy gene,” research does show that if Mom, Dad or both parents have a history of any type of food allergy it translates into a...
01/11/2016
...Happy 2016! A New Year brings a new opportunity to create change that will help improve the quality of our lives and the lives of others. When making your resolutions this year, don’t forget to keep Food Allergy Awareness on the top of that list! Our children and community need our help to keep them safe and healthy. This year let’s resolve to continue spreading the word on food allergies. Need some ideas...
Importance of fiber in childhood when it comes to food allergies
04/18/2019
...much children need. We’ll also talk about fiber for children with food allergies and related conditions. What is Fiber? What is the importance of Fiber? Fiber is a short word that describes a lot of different compounds. In general, fiber comes from plant-based foods. Fiber comes in many different forms and is found in a variety of foods. The best food sources of fiber are fruits, vegetables, legumes (like beans, soy, and peanuts), nuts, seeds,...
10/19/2010
...When you have a child who suffers from food allergies, going out to dinner may seem impossible. Imagine all the questions you have to ask, items you have to keep track of, and letting go of kitchen control! Fortunately many large restaurant chains have picked up on how important it is to make sure they offer options and service to families managing food allergies. Many have standardized menus, which often include ingredient information, which...
04/24/2014
...Food allergies are complicated. It can be difficult for adults to fully understand them, so it’s no surprise that many parents struggle with how to help their little ones to understand them. In today’s post, we’ll cover some age-appropriate tips and resources to help you explain food allergies to your toddler or young child. At this age, it’s best to keep things as simple as possible and use words they can understand. Some...
04/05/2011
...We’ve discussed the Top 8 Allergens which account for 90% of all food allergies. These allergens are the main offenders in the US, but there are certain food allergies that are unique to certain regions of the world. EuroPrevall was a global research project funded by the European Union that looked at food allergy prevalence and patterns among various countries around the world. EuroPrevall revealed that there are major differences in the common food...
Signs and Symptoms for Using Amino Acid-Based Formulas for Cow Milk Allergy
08/31/2018
...When a baby with food allergies needs formula, they need a formula that won’t trigger an allergic response. Hypoallergenic formulas are tailor-made for infants with food allergies. A hypoallergenic formula provides protein from either peptides (extensively hydrolyzed protein, to be exact) or from non-allergenic amino acids. But extensively hydrolyzed formulas (eHF) and amino acid-based formulas (AAF) aren’t the same. An eHF manages symptoms for most infants with CMA (at least 90% of uncomplicated cases,...
03/09/2010
...When it comes to reading food labels, there is so much more to it then the ingredient listed on the label. This sparked us to think about ingredients and the importance of understanding ingredients when dealing with food allergies. Understanding fats, carbohydrates and proteins will be the topics of our next series. Within the next few months we hope to cover some common inquiries such as types of fat, healthy vs. unhealthy fats,...
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