Allergy-Friendly Valentine’s Day: What You Should Know
Allergy-friendly Valentine’s Day gifts are important to plan for if a loved one or child’s classroom has a student with food allergies. Knowing some of the common allergens in Valentine’s Day treats and ideas for safe alternative gifts is a great way to ensure an allergy-friendly holiday! Valentine’s Day Treats & Common Allergens The day of love may be sweet for many, but for those with food allergies, the holiday can be dangerous if allergens are accidentally consumed. About 32 million people have...
Halloween & Food Allergies in Children: What You Should Know
Halloween and food allergies in children can be a big concern for parents whose kids experience reactions to allergens in common candies. For these parents, there are some steps that can be taken to make sure their children enjoy a fun-filled and safe Halloween. Learn about some of our tips to help avoid a food allergy reaction. Common Food Allergies in Children Food allergies are an abnormal response in the body’s immune system caused by a particular allergen present in the consumed food. Food allergies...
Is It Food Allergies or Contact Allergies?
Is it food allergies or contact allergies? Some differences are important to note if you have noticed a rash and are wondering if the reaction was caused by food or contact allergies. Learn how to tell the difference and some treatment options in our blog. Food Allergies vs. Contact Allergies And Their Reactions A food allergy is when the body’s immune system reacts unusually to specific foods. An allergen or irritant similarly causes contact allergies. But how do you know if you have a food allergy or...