Monthly Archives: January 2008
Updated Information From FDA Regarding Food Labeling Law
This article is from the FDA’s website. It lists the specific details in regards to the labeling law in regards to the top eight food allergens and explains what to do if you experience any allergy reactions after eating something … Continue reading
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Update: Changes Concerning Cross-contamination and Feeding Our Children
After attending a FAAST meeting last night, I learned of a few changes we need to make in regards to keeping the boys safe from cross-contamination of their food allergens. There were two speakers, Gale Prince and Mark Redmond. Both … Continue reading
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Food Epidemic?
I believe that our overall health and the food allergy epidemic is tied tightly to our diets. I have come to this conclusion after reading various bits of research on the subject. In the article titled “Unhappy Meals,” Michael Pollan … Continue reading
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When To Use The Epi-Pen
Like I have said many times before, when in doubt if the Epi-Pen should be used for an allergic reaction, err on the side of caution! There has been a lot of this kind of discussion on the food allergy … Continue reading
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Allergykids.com
In light of the controversy that is being stirred up in the food allergy world, I would like to highlight a specific person who has been working hard to motivate more research into the cause of the problem. Her name … Continue reading
Filed under research for a cure
NPR To Interview Dr. Hugh Sampson
In response to all of the complaints after the interview of Meredith Broussard, NPR(comment #79) has announced that they will interview Dr. Hugh Sampson on January 31 at 12:40pm on the Leonard Lopate Show to offer a balanced perspective on … Continue reading
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Unbelievable! (I cannot think of a more appropriate title)
Just the other day, Meredith Broussard, a writer for the magazine Harper’s wrote a story titled, “Everyone’s Gone Nuts About Food Allergies.” She was also given a fifteen minute spotlight on the radio station, NPR(you can listen and read the … Continue reading
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Happy New Year!
2007 was filled with many things, but my focus here is on our food allergy journey. I wish to thank ALL of you for taking the time to read our blog and occassionally leave your comments. You have no idea … Continue reading
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