Photo Credit: Everyday Allergen Free According to statistics by the Food Allergy Research and Education, 1 in 10 people in the United States has a food allergy, with 1 in 13 children having life-threatening allergies. Due to this growing number, Lou Mudge writes in Yahoo Life that there is now a growing number of campuses - from pre-K to postgrad - that have gone nut-free or allergen-free in recent years. Even if you do not have a food allergy, you may have received instructi

(Photo: Ella Olsson) When Allergies Meet Overbooked Schedules For anyone juggling a full week and an allergy-friendly diet, meal prepping can feel like both a lifesaver and a labyrinth. You’re balancing safety (avoiding allergens), efficiency (saving time), and nutrition (staying energized) — all while managing daily chaos. This guide gives you the full map: how to plan, prep, and thrive safely when time is tight and your ingredients must be precise. Prioritize safe, repeat

For 12 out of 13 children in the United States, Halloween is a holiday full of treats. For the kids with food allergies, the day can feel like it’s more about the tricks. Most kids love Halloween for collecting pillowcases full of candy and trading with their friends. However, for kids with allergies the candy collecting is often the most frightening part. We end up with bags of candy filled with treats we can’t eat. No matter who we pretend to be that night, we never can esc

Many children are diagnosed with food allergies even before they are old enough to remember having a reaction. They grow up with the understanding that they need to avoid certain foods in order to avert dangerous exposure. There are those of us, however, who develop our food allergies later in childhood, suddenly having a reaction to a food that we had been enjoying for years. In fact, according to the Center for Disease Control, food allergy prevalence in children increases

By Ameya Balaji With summer heat picking up, the 4th of July is a time to celebrate, eat, and enjoy. However, with shared grills, potlucks, and family meals, it’s easy for food allergies to cause anxiety or exclusion. Here are some smart tips to stay safe. Talk to the host (or host yourself!). Heading to a gathering with your family or friends? Let them know about your allergies! Most hosts are happy to accommodate, but either way, you can always bring your own meal/dish. Ca

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Image: https://hbr.org/2024/01/a-simple-hack-to-help-you-communicate-more-effectively By Ameya Balaji Food allergies are more than “just” a reaction: they can be life-threatening. Communicating your allergies can keep you safe, be it at a new restaurant, potluck, or in your school life. However, informing others can be a bit tough. Here are some tips for communicating your food allergies in everyday scenarios. Dining Out Plan beforehand. Before you head into your restaurant,

By Morgan Cole Millions of us in the United States live with food allergies. We carefully balance the freedoms of living our lives and...

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By: Ameya Balaji Image Source: Freepik We’ve made it through 2024! Now, with a new year dawning, we have a chance to reset, refresh, and discover. Here are three ways to embark on another year of food allergy journeys together. 1. Speak up. As with every new year with food allergies, advocacy is first and foremost key for vouching for you and staying safe. This new year let’s keep speaking up. We don’t have to go big at first, but let’s start with small steps. Advocate yourse

Image: © Ziggylives/Shutterstock.com Food allergies mean that, sometimes, we can’t enjoy holidays like everyone else. From adjusting popular recipes to always double-checking ingredients when eating over, Thanksgiving is no exception. However, with the help of my family, I’ve found ways to celebrate our Thanksgiving traditions while being considerate of food allergies. -- The quintessential Thanksgiving involves a big meal surrounded by family and friends who share gratitude.

Eating dinner at someone’s house can be one of the most dangerous and nerve-racking experiences for someone with a food allergy. Most of...

As the weather gets colder and we start to layer up, fall-themed activities also come into play. However, food allergies can prevent us from partaking in activities like going on runs for autumnal foods or sharing at the table, so here are some of my food allergy-friendly ways to gear up for fall. Scavenger Hunts Fall brings an opportunity to search for all things fall-related. On a simple nature walk that you can go on whenever you’re outside, try looking for fall-related si

With the summer holidays coming to an end, we’re getting ready to start the school year. As a student who has been managing food allergies, I understand the anxiety that can come with going back to school. Here are some tips I’ve followed that have helped me manage my food allergies in the classroom. Make your food allergies known. One of the most effective ways to manage your food allergies is to share this information with others proactively. Collaborate with your doctor to

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No one wants to find out they have a food allergy. It makes a lot of things like eating, socializing, and attending school much more...

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Living with food allergies is hard to come to terms with. Whether you have just one allergy or many like me, this condition is something...

Boo! Halloween is upon us once again. Every Halloween, thousands of children with food allergies go trick-or-treating knowing that there...

Boo! Halloween is around the corner. While Halloween is an exciting holiday, having food allergies also brings a sense of anxiousness during the season. Fear not! Here are three food allergy-friendly ways you can celebrate Halloween. Goodie Bags When you think of goodie bags, you might initially remember chocolate and candy. Don’t worry! Goodie bags with toys are great for food allergies. Some of my favorite easy-to-find Halloween goodies are: Stationery: pencils, erasers, hi