Many of you have read and followed up with me to ask about my previous post on the U Know Peanut test my son did a few weeks ago. First, thank you so much for your kindness and concern. It is just another reminder of how privileged I am to be a part of the … Continue reading
My blog posts about Chick-Fil-A are hands down the most read among my readers. I think it is because this popular restaurant chain now offers a gluten-free kids meal (in addition to other gluten-free menu items) and the specially processed peanut oil their chicken is cooked in. So many of you contact me daily to … Continue reading
My son has lived with multiple life-threatening food allergies and asthma for seven years and I am gluten-free due to a dermatitis herpetiformis diagnosis. Food allergies and asthma are issues very near and dear, hence the birth of The Food Allergy Mom Blog. One of the most common challenges I hear about from parents is … Continue reading
A friend of mine from work bought me a gluten-free goodie I’ve never tried, Maple Grove Farms All Natural Gluten-Free Pancake & Waffle Mix. Although this brand makes other wheat pancake varieties, this box had a consumer alert that said, “Manufactured on dedicated Gluten-Free equipment in a Gluten-Free room. Manufactured in a facility that processes … Continue reading
I was cruising the grocery store aisles this week in search of a vitamin to supplement my kids’ already healthy diet. From past research, I was already well aware that many gummy vitamins of all different brands say they contain tree nuts. While I’m glad they are being honest with consumers about this warning, it … Continue reading
Not every patient trusts the results of blood and skin allergy testing. But from the time my child was one year old, we’ve known he had egg and peanut allergies…we’d seen the reactions. Before he was diagnosed and my husband and I knew what food allergies were, I once saw my son’s breathing become labored … Continue reading
Earlier this week, I received an email that totally rocked my food allergy world…and to be honest I’m not sure if it’s in a good or a bad way yet. Per her request, I’m sharing the below press release from The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network. Make sure you read all the way through the … Continue reading
“It’s what we’re FOR, not what we’re against.” This was part of a speech I witnessed at a recent fundraising event and the words have rolled around in my head constantly ever since. Think of all the ways the world would be a happier and more peaceful place if we thought about what we’re FOR … Continue reading
