Food Allergy FAQ
Food Allergies: Frequently Asked Questions By now, most everyone knows my story and understands my passion for supporting people who manage food allergies. Whether you're newly-diagnosed, an adult, child, or family…
Approaching Middle School with Severe Food Allergies
A couple weeks ago, my son Colby and I traveled to Pittsburgh to take part in the FARE, epi-life & Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Teen Summit for Teens and Tweens…
Remodeling with Wheat Allergy
We've put this off for a very long time. Remodeling with wheat allergy - who knew it would be so complex? This is yet another nuance of life with food allergies.…
Food Allergies: Allergy-Friendly Meals
Allergy-Friendly Meals & Snacks Inevitably, as you begin to sort through all that is entailed in safely managing food allergies, your child will tell you he or she is hungry...…
Food Allergy: Resources for a New Diagnosis
A new diagnosis, epinephrine and a list of foods to avoid... Now what? A new diagnosis of food allergies is a life-changing event. While your doctor or allergist might stress the…
Diet and Inflammation: What is the Elimination Diet?
Diet & Inflammation: What is an Elimination Diet? An elimination diet may sound like misery and deprivation, but in reality it’s a very powerful tool for healing and self-awareness.…
Kicking Coffee: The Caffeine Wean
Kicking coffee is no joke. Whether quitting for an elimination or detox, for improved sleep habits, or due to doctor’s orders, you’ll need some support. as you go through the process.…
Elementary School: Food Allergies and Identity
Elementary School: Food Allergies and Identity Back to school is always tough: new classrooms, new teachers, different classmates, new rules and expectations, and rehashing all of the usual precautions and emergency…
What’s In My Cheese?
What's In My Cheese? So, it's confession time. Food allergies and convenience don't typically go hand-in hand, but sometimes I want shortcuts like everyone else. Sometimes I'm even so tired…