Some Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Food Allergy Families? At Food Allergy Families we provide those living with food allergies the latest in food allergy related news, events and Alerts! We have also compiled lists of schools, products, and entertainment that have been recommended to us by other food allergy families. Please visit our blog for further food allergy information as well as product reviews, giveaways and just plain rants.
- What is a Food Allergy? A food allergy is an abnormal response to a food triggered by the body's immune system. Approximately 12 million Americans (4% of the population) suffer from food allergies. The most commonly effected are children (1 in 17 children under the age of 3). Nearly 90% of all food allergies are derived from 8 major allergens - milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, wheat, and soy. These allergens can cause various reactions which primarily include, tingling in the mouth, hives, swelling of the lips, face, tongue, and or throat, wheezing, congestion or trouble breathing, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting, and dizziness or fainting. Anaphylaxis is the most severe allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may cause death.
- Is there a cure for food allergies? Though most children outgrow allergies to milk, wheat, eggs, and soy there is currently no cure for food allergies. Children rarely outgrow an allergy to tree nuts, peanuts, fish or shellfish. Strict avoidance of these allergens is the only way to avoid a reaction. This is why it is so important to create awareness and to educate people on the seriousness of food allergies.
- What is causing the sudden increase of children with food allergies? There is no proven cause for the increase in food allergies among children though several theories do exist. Please visit our blog for more information on the possible causes of food allergies such as our current food supply and childrens vaccines.
I hope here at Food Allergy Families we are able to help your family find ways to make living with these allergies easier. Through knowledge, education, and a better understanding of our food supply we hope to create a better life for our children. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have. We would be pleased to hear from you!
FAAN's 2010 Walk for Food Allergy
Food Allergy Families will be participating in this years Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network's (FAAN's) Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward A Cure. The event will raise funds to find a cure for food allergy and to educate others.
Please support our fundraising efforts by either making a donation or joining our team. Visit www.foodallergywalk.org/goto/foodallergyfamilies for more information.
Allergy Alerts!*
ALLERGY ALERT! - September 01, 2010
Cibo Vita, 280 N. Midland Ave Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 is recalling Mediterranean Mix of Woodpecker brand because it may contain undeclared sulfites....Full Recall
ALLERGY ALERT - August 30, 2010
Cans of "Mixed Nuts Fancy, No Peanuts" distributed by Torn & Glasser of Rancho Dominguez, Calif., because they contain undeclared whole peanuts, which poses a risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction to people with peanut allergies...Full Recall
ALLERGY ALERT! - August 20,2010
Milton's Baking Company is voluntarily recalling Milton's® Multi-Grain Bread which was distributed to locations in Northern and Central California, Arizona and Nevada...Full Recall
Food Allergy Tip - Try leaving a cooler or an insulated bag stocked with allergy safe snacks for those long trips or unexpected delays.
Entertainment & Events
Visit the Entertainment & Events page often for the latest lists of food allergy events around the country.
Also check for restaurants and entertainment destinations all recommended by other food allergy families.
Also check for restaurants and entertainment destinations all recommended by other food allergy families.
Products
Visit our Products & Links page to view products and links to allergy friendly products that have been recommended to us by other food allergy families. Also shop for fun Food Allergy Family gear here.
*Please contact us if you would like to recommend a product that your family uses.
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*Please contact us if you would like to recommend a product that your family uses.
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*Remember to always check with your own medical provider about information you receive from the internet.
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