Food Allergy Information

Allergy Information Resource Website for Parents to Check Concerning Childhood Food Allergies

Posted Tue, 11/24/2009 - 05:40 by Staff

AllAboutFoods.org is a user-friendly website that provides easy to understand allergen information and is available to the general public. It lists basic food items and lets visitors know if they contain the eight main food allergens: milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy and wheat. The primary focus is on fast food restaurants, family restaurants and everyday food items sold in the grocery store.

Parents can go to this site and check fast food restaurants such as Burger King, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Boston Market, to find out if items on their menu contain any wheat, soy, dairy, fish, tree nuts, shellfish, peanuts, eggs, MSG and more. This is an invaluable resource for parents to be able to check this out before going to a restaurant. All About Foods is adding new information on a daily basis. Be sure to check it out before taking your kids out to eat if they have any kind of food allergy. http://www.AllAboutFoods.org

Food Allergy Walk- Help Raise Awareness

Posted Sat, 08/22/2009 - 09:59 by kristin

More than 12 Million Americans have Food Allergies and over 3 million of them are children.

Whether you or a family member has a food allergy or not, help raise awareness of Food Allergies and Help Raise Funds for Research and Programs by taking part in the Food Allergy Walk this Fall.

The Food Allergy Walk was begun by the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network who works throughout the year on initiatives for Food Allergies. The Organization was founded in 1991.

See below if there is a Food Allergy Walk near you this Fall and go here to sign up. If not, contact the Food Allergy Walk about starting a walk in your area.

Location Date

California - Los Angeles October 25, 2009
California - San Diego November 7, 2009
California - San Francisco September 12, 2009
Colorado - Denver August 16, 2009
Connecticut - Hartford October 17, 2009
Florida - Key Biscayne/Miami November 21, 2009

Recognize the Symptoms of Food Allergies in Children

Posted Wed, 04/01/2009 - 12:29 by Staff

Food allergy symptoms vary. One child may have very mild symptoms, while another child may exhibit life-threatening symptoms. We should all be aware, and recognize, the symptoms that can present themselves. Reactions can occur within a few minutes or not show up for a few hours until after having contact with the offending food.

Food Allergy Symptoms can affect these four areas of the body:

* Skin - shows up as Hives, itchy red bumps; Eczema, redness and swelling of face or extremeties; Itching & Swelling, lips, tongue or mouth area
* Respiratory - shows up as Runny or Stuffy nose, Wheezing, Sneezing, Coughing or Shortness of Breath
* Gastrointestional - shows up as Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Nausea or Vomiting
* Cardiovascular - shows up as Lightheadedness or Fainting

False Labels on Foods A Danger to Allergic Children

Posted Mon, 11/24/2008 - 13:23 by sharon

It is estimated that more than 30,000 Americans, many of them children, require emergency room treatment each year. Of those, approximately 150 die each year.

This is a very serious matter, not to be taken lightly, however, it is becoming more evident that some companies are taking this a little too lightly. An investigation by the Chicago Tribune has revealed that many products have harmful amounts of hidden allergens despite the claims they make on their packaging. Parents have been relying on these labels and now we find out that they cannot all be trusted.

Apparently, many of the problem foods are those marketed to children, such as candy, cookies, cakes and ice cream.

Host A Gluten-Free Cupcake Party for NFCA- Get Free Stuff

Posted Wed, 11/12/2008 - 13:08 by kristin

Host A Gluten-Free Cupcake Party

Who does not love cupcakes???? Cupcakes seem to be all the rage again with Cupcakes Shops popping up and selling tons of the things-like Sprinkles, and other trendy cupcake stores. Well why not host your own Cupcake Party to Raise Awareness of Celiac Disease and Help Raise Money for the NFCA for research and education. It is easy, fun and you and your guest get free goodies.

The NFCA teamed up with Pamela's Products to host Gluten-Free Cupcake Parties to raise awareness of celiac disease and the gluten-free diet.
Over the last year, nearly 100 fabulous volunteers have hosted cupcake parties and helped the NFCA raise thousands of dollars to put towards educational programs for doctors and pharmacists.
http://www.celiaccentral.org/Volunteer/Cupcake_Parties/462/

Here's how it works:

Yummy Cupcakes- Chocolate Gluten-Free and a Dairy and Egg Free Recipes

Posted Wed, 11/12/2008 - 12:50 by Staff

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Gluten-Free-Yellow-Cake/Detail.aspx
http://www.parents.com/recipe/cupcakes/gluten-free-cupcakes/

This recipe makes a yellow cake or cupcakes and it has great reviews from many people. It is also very versatile and reader have used it to make many other gluten-free desserts with this base.

http://www.bobsredmill.com/recipes_search.php?product_ID=all&category_ID...
Bob's Red Mill has tons of Gluten-Free and even Dairy and Egg Free Recipes. This link goes to the cakes and cupcake recipes they have posted.

Food Allergies Resources for Parents- Listing of Websites, Books, Groups, and Articles about Food Allergies and Kids

Posted Thu, 10/23/2008 - 11:47 by Staff

This is a PDF from the Dept. of Agriculture's Resource List on Food Allergies and Intolerances for Consumers published February 2008. This is the most comprehensive listing of resources for food allergies I have seen. By food allergy (ex. peanut, or tree nut or egg) it goes through websites, organizations and foundations, books/cookbooks, groups, and health information.



Food Allergies and Reactions Brochure by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology


Information About Food Allergies and Understanding Food Allergies

Foods Your Baby Should Not be Fed-What Your Doctor May not Have Told You

Posted Fri, 09/12/2008 - 17:01 by Staff

The first year of your baby's life is a busy one. It is full of firsts and big developments and many changes to your child's feeding habits. One big change occurs when your child starts eating baby food and then moves on to solid foods.

Some parents are aware that there are certain foods that the American Association of Pediatrics says should be avoided for baby's first year, but many parents or caregivers are not aware that such a list exists.

Please make sure you share the list of foods, that should not be feed to a baby younger than 1 year old, with anyone who cares for your baby. Make certain that they are truly aware of these foods.

Babies under 1 year of age should not be given:

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