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Food Allergy
‘Extremely High’ Food Allergy Rate in Inner-City Children
A new study suggests that up to 1 in 10 inner-city children is allergic to peanut, milk or egg.
Interview on Alpha-Gal Red Meat Allergy Caused by Tick Bites
Allergists discuss allergies to alpha-gal, a carbohydrate found in red meat.
Why isn’t Sesame a Top Allergen in the U.S.?
Q: My 11-year-old has sesame allergy and I keep hearing about more and more sesame-allergic children. Why isn’t sesame on the top allergens list and labeled on foods as an allergen?
Advice on Soy in Skin Products
Q. I have a soy allergy, and find that many personal care products, such as shampoos and body wash, contain soy. How concerned do I need to be about soy in these types of products?
Is it Safe for Those with Shellfish Allergies to Consume Sea Salt?
Q: I’m a chef and often serve food to allergic customers. Is it safe for those with shellfish allergies to consume sea salt? I’ve read that it can contain a microscopic type of shellfish.
Is Residue on a Football a Risk for Nut Allergies?
Q: My son goes to high school this fall and wants to try out for the football team. He has peanut and nut allergies, so is there a risk of him coming in contact with nut residue on the ball? Other boys will eat products containing these foods.
Most Expansive ‘Stock Epi’ Law to Date Passes in Florida
Florida recently passed a ground-breaking stock epinephrine bill
Finding Food Allergy Hope: Q&A with Natalie Giorgi’s Parents
Natalie Giorgi In July 2013, Natalie Giorgi tragically died of an anaphylactic reaction to peanut. Her family and friends have… Read more »
Advice On: Substituting Cream in Dessert Recipes
My go-to substitution for heavy cream in sweet recipes is coconut cream. Despite the name, coconut cream contains no dairy.… Read more »