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How To Handle School Lunches
My daughter went on a field trip and wanted a school bagged lunch. Our previous school district was great with separating lunches for allergies. Yesterday my daughter had PB&J in her lunch. She rolled with it very well. Tried to tell the teachers, but she said nothing happened. Her lunch was raisins, chips, and an apple. She said it was ok because she was full after that. So happy she spoke up and made good choices, but worried it could have been worse. Will be talking with the school tomorrow… read more
Good job, mom. My son once got pneumonia cuz the Y kept giving him HiC to drink although I told them not to. It’s loaded with corn and he was not old enough to tell them at 2 yo.
What Exactly Does "not Suitable For Milk Allergy Sufferers" Mean On A Label For Food Which Does Not Contain Any Milk Products?
is this the same as "made in a factory which also handles milk"? or some other legal cop-out?
It means the same. may contain can be used for sharing lines, sharing equipment at end of line, and of course mean that milk may be in the food
Both comments man that the manufacturer is not sure… read more
Does Anyone Have A Reaction To The Food That Causes A Reaction Hours After Ingesting The Particular Food?
I have a severe tree nut allergy, and I tried the challenge approach in the allergist's office. After 5 hours I ingested one whole almond, but because I did not show any symptoms in the office he told me I could eat almonds (ha, ha). I didn't have a reaction until 2 hours later. My tongue began swelling. Needless to say, I stay away from all tree nuts!
My face, lips, or throat swell.
I Have Celiac Disease. I’m Not Sure It Is Classified As An “allergy” Or Not.
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Hello, Could You Tell Me Which Is More Accurate...the Skin Prick Test Or A Blood RAST Test Please? Thank You
RAST is more accurate, but expensive. No matter what the test shows, you still need to listen to your body more.
Chef Cards
Suggestion on how to help your server in a restaurant be sure you don't get something you shouldn't have
CHEF CARDS
I have posted this before, but perhaps time to do so again. https://www.foodallergy.org/sites/default/files...
You can download these cards which you customize with your allergies or food intolerances. Laminate them and give one to your server when you go out to eat and ask them to show the chef. If you have foods that would require you to use your epipen if eaten - be… read more
I've almost always been thanked for using my chef card, I even make one in Spanish and French for when I travel. Only twice have I been told "we don't have anything you can eat". I also make sure I… read more
Food Intolerance Vs. Allergy
I have food intolerances. I get very sick with wheat. It feels like I'm going to die. I my skin test showed a giant hive for wheat, but my blood work is neg. I had a positive skin test for dairy, but I can eat it with no problems. I don't understand.
My doctor and others told me not allergic bc none of my "intolerances" show up in my blood work. Won't even consider skin testing. 🤯😕
How Do Households Handle It When One Child Is Allergic And One Is Not. Do You Find Birth Order And Onset Of Alleriges Make A Difference.
I am writing a book on raising children with deadly food allergies and I would like to know how other families handle sibling dynamics.
My oldest child has food and med allergies. I cook most of things myself, even gateau. We do not eat out. And if we go somewhere i always pack the same food for everyone without allergens. Its not… read more
Has Anyone Ever Traveled To Mexico? My Son Has So Many Allergies That We Never Eat Out.
He typically eats chicken, pork and ground beef. Rice, corn and potatoes are fine. I just want to be able to shop at the Walmart in Mazatlan and know that their labeling is accurate. This is a huge leap of faith for me and I'm scared.
tengo allerjia a la leche y mariscos y pescado y fresas y soja y cerdo works for me
How Do You Explain To Restaurants That You Have Food Allergies And How Do You Know They Listen Yo You?
How do you explain to restaurants that you have food allergies and how do you know they listen yo you? I have a selected few restaurants I go to, and when I have to go to a new one I feel like my life is in danger...which it technically is (hehe) seeing as my anaphalaxis has reached a point where I have an epipen with me at all times, and even then I do not have long to get to a doctor...just wondering how everyone else copes with restaurants and take away places...
I have come across a Facebook page called "Dining Out With Food Allergies" where people with food allergies ask about people's experiences with specific restaurants and food allergies (either a chain… read more
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