Food Allergy
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Food allergies and breastfeeding
La Leche League
If there is a food allergy in your family, this information about potential breastfeeding complications is important to be aware of.
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More prevalent than ever
The Food Allergy Project
This video provides a thorough discussion of the prevalence of food allergies in children. It also addresses the common concerns related to this issue.
Hidden allergy sources
Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network
Did you know that canned tuna can contain milk? These frequent food allergy sources link to lists of items where they are often hidden.
The FDA provides information on food allergy and the labeling requirements in place to help prevent accidental reactions.
While it's not impossible to dine out when you have a food allergy, it does require planning. Try the eight tips listed here.
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Crusade for change
CBS News
This video shows one mom’s mission to protect her children from food allergies. Her quest is now a national movement. Visit her website to see how you can help.
Food allergy QA
Medicine Net
Did you know that you might be able to prevent exercise-induced food allergies by not eating at least two hours before activity? Find out more here.
Fact or fiction
American Academy of Family Physicians
If you think that your child will outgrow her peanut allergy, you need to think again. Here are some common myths about food allergy that are worth reading,
Just for kids
Kids Health
Geared towards children with food allergies, this article explains some of the basics of allergy in kid-friendly language.
This cute video features kids talking about their experiences with being allergic to different foods. A must-see for children with food allergies.
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Food allergy overview
Mayo Clinic
The ever-reliable Mayo Clinic provides a great overview of food allergy, including information on symptoms, risks and treatments.
Food allergy tips
AAAAI
Read this article for useful tips on dealing with food allergy. Information about how to respond to the most common symptoms of a reaction is also included.
Anaphylaxis and food allergy
Intellihealth
Anaphylaxis is the most serious type of reaction due to a food allergy. Read this article to learn how to properly deal with this scary reaction.
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This article provides several self-care techniques for a food allergy reaction, and also describes how to tell if an emergency room visit is in order.
Dealing with food allergy
eMedicine Health
This excellent summary article describes symptoms, causes and treatments, and also includes links for self-care and finding support.

