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The summer movie season is upon us and while your little ones may be excited to see the newest Harry Potter film or Pixar’s Up, you may be wondering what to feed them at the theater. Movie theater snacks have never been the most healthful option for any child, but allergy parents have an additional set of concerns to think about at the concessions stand. Thankfully, depending on your child’s specific food...

...reflux, and cow milk allergy is often part of these conditions.14-16 For managing EoE with diet, an AAF should be used when formula is needed.9,11 In fact, symptom resolution and histological remission on AAF has been shown to be more than 90% in children and adults with EoE.9,17,18 For FPIES, an AAF is preferred over an eHF when FPIES occurs in combination with poor growth.7,19 Anaphylaxis9,11 Anaphylactic reactions to food allergens can be severe and...

...tract to one or more specific foods. This means that the IgE antibodies associated with other food allergies are not involved in an FPIES reaction. Cow milk and soy are the most common FPIES triggers, but ANY foods can cause an FPIES reaction (even ones that aren’t common allergens, like rice and oats). Common Symptoms of FPIES Most FPIES reactions happen when a child is very young – just a few weeks or months old....

...him to identify and avoid allergens on his own so that he will be ready when he gets older and you can’t be with him all the time. As your child gets a little older, he may start asking more questions about food allergies and you can provide more details as you see appropriate. It can be difficult to adequately communicate the seriousness of food allergies without causing excessive anxiety. Remember, many children will outgrow...

...We have received inquiries about the use of Phlexy-Vits for patients with multiple food allergies because many popular multivitamin brands contain hidden allergens. Vitamins for Children 11 and Older with Food Allergies For older children (11+) with food allergies, Phlexy-Vits may be a great option because they are free of milk and soy proteins, gluten and the sugars lactose, sucrose and fructose. There are no corn proteins in Phlexy-Vits; however, certain nutrients are derived from...

...guide containing a list of food allergens that can be found in unexpected places such as food used in science or math lesson plans, crafts, and cooking classes. Alternatives and precautions are suggested. Take note that ingredients may change so it is best to contact and verify these with the manufacturers. What tips do you have for other families managing food allergies as they prepare to head back to school? -Jody L. Benitz, MS, RDN...