The FDA’s latest version of its Food Code calls for allergen labeling of “unpackaged” food served at restaurants, delis, and… Read more »
Food Allergy
Egg Allergy Life: Learning to Skate Around a Sneaky Allergen
My egg-allergic son had an allergic reaction when he was 2 years old because of a club sandwich from a… Read more »
Multiple Food Allergies ‘Remarkably Common,’ Study Finds
A new study reveals the significant size and burden of multiple food allergies in the United States. Among those with… Read more »
My Food Allergy Goals for the New Year [Allergy Mom Video]
As you think about the year ahead, it helps to have some goals – yes, even food allergy goals. Maybe… Read more »
Bread Suppliers ‘Adding Sesame’ as Seed Becomes Top Allergen
A growing number of U.S. commercial bakeries are intentionally adding sesame to some breads and baked goods, then labeling sesame… Read more »
Brilliant, Beloved College Student Dies of Nut Allergy Reaction
A college student described as a natural leader, brilliant, and much loved by his classmates and teachers has died after… Read more »
Southwest Restores Nut Allergy Pre-Board, Advocates Seek More
Southwest Airlines will once again allow travelers with peanut and nut allergies to pre-board to wipe seating areas for allergens.… Read more »
Odd Anaphylaxis: Pollen in a Scrape; Shrimp Plus Dust Mite Shots
Allergists have recently come across two odd causes for anaphylaxis. While both cases are distinct, each involves a combination of… Read more »
Peanut Oil and Allergy: When Is It Safe to Eat, When Is It Not?
Does experiencing an allergic reaction after consuming food containing peanut oil indicate a person has a peanut oil allergy? The… Read more »
United Says Allergic Woman Removed from Flight for ‘Safety’
United Airlines stands by its flight crew’s decision to ask a woman with food allergies to leave a flight. The… Read more »