https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education daily 0.75 2024-06-27 https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/lets-discuss-soy monthly 0.5 2021-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1630168968872-XR8D65TWNFE3Q00W916E/Soy.png Education - Let’s Discuss Soy - A food allergy reaction happens when an immune response occurs, and your body reacts as if the food item is an invader or a harmful substance. An allergic reaction can be mild or severe and symptoms can occur within minutes or up to hours later. Examples of symptoms can be hives, rash, flushed skin, coughing, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue, or lips, etc. The onset of food allergies can occur at any age. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires manufactures to label their ingredients and inform the consumer of any top allergens, including soy. If you have a known soy allergy it is especially important to read the ingredient lists carefully every time you eat a product. Having the proper medications with you, such as an EpiPen is important. Always communicate and educate those around you to help assist staying safe from your soy allergy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1630170233532-UBO2V0II78G5XICB9F3E/Soy2.png Education - Let’s Discuss Soy - “Soy allergy is more common in infants and young children than in older children and approximately 0.4% of infants in the U.S. have soy allergy. Most children eventually outgrow their allergy to soy, although some individuals remain allergic to soy throughout their lives. Soybeans are a member of the legume family. Beans, peas, lentils and peanuts are also legumes. While it is rare for peanut allergic patients to react to soy, the reverse is not true. One study found that up to 88% of soy-allergic patients had peanut allergy or were significantly sensitized to peanut. Individuals with soy allergy were more likely to be allergic or sensitized to major allergens including peanuts, tree nuts, egg, milk and sesame than to non-peanut legumes such as beans, peas and lentils.” (Soy, 2021) In research from ACAAI (2021) “Most individuals allergic to soy can safely consume highly refined soybean oil. People with a soy allergy often can eat foods that contain soy lecithin — a mixture of fatty substances derived from soybean processing.” As always, please consult your medical team to confirm what is safe to consume based on your individual food allergies. https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/egg monthly 0.5 2021-07-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1624733931551-1MKBJT40GNLMOT3SQW3L/egg.png Education - Allergy Eggs-ploration - A food allergy reaction happens when an immune response occurs, and your body reacts as if the food item is an invader or a harmful substance. An allergic reaction can be mild or severe and symptoms can occur within minutes or up to hours later. Examples of symptoms can be hives, rash, flushed skin, coughing, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue, or lips, etc. The onset of food allergies can occur at any age. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires manufactures to label their ingredients and inform the consumer of any top allergens, including egg. If you have a known egg allergy it is especially important to read the ingredient lists carefully every time you eat a product. Having the proper medications with you, such as an EpiPen is important. Always communicate and educate those around you to help assist staying safe from your egg allergy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1624738072406-B2MNZ2ZFOCEO74ODLMH7/Egg+%26+Vaccines.png Education - Allergy Eggs-ploration - “Some shots to prevent illness (vaccines) contain egg proteins. In some people, these vaccines pose a risk of triggering an allergic reaction. Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccines are generally safe for children with egg allergy, even though eggs are used to produce them. Flu (influenza) vaccines sometimes contain small amounts of egg proteins. However, a flu vaccine that doesn't contain these proteins is approved for use in adults age 18 and older. And even vaccines that do have egg proteins can be given safely to most people with egg allergy without any problems. If you or your child has had a reaction to eggs in the past, talk to your doctor before getting a flu vaccination. Yellow fever vaccine can provoke an allergic reaction in some people who have egg allergy. It's given to travelers entering countries where there's a risk of contracting yellow fever. It's not generally recommended for people with egg allergy but is sometimes given under medical supervision after testing for a reaction. Other vaccines are generally not risky for people who have egg allergy. But ask your doctor, just to be safe. If your doctor is concerned about a vaccine, he or she may test you or your child to see whether it is likely to cause a reaction.” (Egg Allergy - Symptoms and Causes, 2020). https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/shellfish-njl6w monthly 0.5 2021-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1622686815607-5ET9VPYOFQ61FEY6EADE/Shellfish.png Education - Lets talk about the types of Shellfish - A food allergy reaction happens when an immune response occurs, and your body reacts as if the food item is an invader or a harmful substance. An allergic reaction can be mild or severe and symptoms can occur within minutes or up to hours later. Examples of symptoms can be hives, rash, flushed skin, coughing, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue, or lips, etc. The onset of food allergies can occur at any age. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires manufactures to label their ingredients and inform the consumer of any top allergens, including shellfish. If you have a known shellfish allergy it is especially important to read the ingredient lists carefully every time you eat a product. Having the proper medications with you, such as an EpiPen is important. Always communicate and educate those around you to help assist staying safe from your shellfish allergy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1622688489063-GDCYYISNWCU8U5LUNV3Z/Types+of+Shellfish.png Education - Lets talk about the types of Shellfish - “Shellfish allergy is one of the most common food allergies affecting about 2% of the population according to a 2004 national telephone survey, including 2.5% of adults and 0.5% of children. More recent US estimates from 2011 noted 1.3% of children had reported shellfish allergy.” (Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis | Food Allergens | Crustacean Shellfish, 2021) With the FALCPA in place, it allows more comfort and security for those who have food allergies. The FALCPA declared that the specific shellfish must be listed, such as “contains crab”. “Molluscan shellfish do not have to be labeled in this manner. Mollusks include oysters, clams, mussels, or scallops. They are not considered a major food allergen” (FAQ About the Food Allergen Labeling Consumer Protection Act, 2021). https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/milk monthly 0.5 2021-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1620071225971-JL8JBR45P0GH1YNVL2B1/milk.png Education - Is Lactose Intolerance the same as a Milk Allergy? - A food allergy reaction happens when an immune response occurs, and your body reacts as if the food item is an invader or a harmful substance. An allergic reaction can be mild or severe and can occur within minutes or up to hours later. Examples of symptoms can be hives, rash, flushed skin, coughing, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue, or lips, etc. The onset of food allergies can occur at any age. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires manufactures to label their ingredients and inform the consumer of any top allergens, including milk. If you have a known milk allergy it is especially important to read the ingredient lists carefully every time you eat a product. Have the proper medications with you, such as an EpiPen. Always communicate and educate those around you to help assist staying safe from your milk allergy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1620072198344-ZOCE6NBOMLBOVPNXMY9W/Lactose+Intolerant.png Education - Is Lactose Intolerance the same as a Milk Allergy? - Is Lactose Intolerance the same as a Milk Allergy? No! Lactose intolerance or any food intolerance is a non-immune based reaction. Each individual has their own tolerance amount. As an example, an individual may be able to tolerate a half glass of milk, while someone else may be able to tolerate a full glass of milk. “People who are lactose intolerant are missing the enzyme lactase. Lactase breaks down lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products. As a result, people with lactose intolerance are unable to digest these foods. They may experience symptoms such as nausea, cramps, gas, bloating and diarrhea. While lactose intolerance can cause great discomfort, it is not life-threatening.” (Milk Allergy Vs. Lactose Intolerance, 2021) https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/fish monthly 0.5 2021-04-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1617212459615-XBVO008R539O6HXNDFD2/Fish.png Education - Fishy Facts - A food allergy reaction happens when an immune response occurs, and your body reacts as if the food item is an invader or a harmful substance. An allergic reaction can be mild or severe and symptoms can occur within minutes or up to hours later. Examples of symptoms can be hives, rash, flushed skin, coughing, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue, or lips, etc. The onset of food allergies can occur at any age. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires manufactures to label their ingredients and inform the consumer of any top allergens, including fish. If you have a known fish allergy it is especially important to read the ingredient lists carefully every time you eat a product. Having the proper medications with you, such as an EpiPen is important. Always communicate and educate those around you to help assist staying safe from your fish allergy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1617215931564-OOTQDPJT2NRXPDTABN1F/reading+labels.png Education - Fishy Facts - With the FALCPA in place, it allows more comfort and security for those who have food allergies. The FALCPA declared that the specific fish must be listed, such as “contains cod”. Even with the regulation, it is still important to know what foods could contain fish, to make sure you are educated about your allergen. Now I am not going to go through every single possibility but will include quite a few to help assist. Foods that you will want to avoid if you have a fish allergy include Anchovies, Bass, Flounder, Salmon, Cod, fish sticks, fish oil, Worcestershire sauce, etc. More investigation will be necessary by reading the ingredient lists for items such as dressings, sauces, soups, stews, ethnic dishes, etc. It is important to understand the cooking process used especially when eating out to make sure you are not being exposed to any fish through cross contact, to review cross contact click here. https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/tree-nuts monthly 0.5 2021-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1614548518188-RINRI6Q361QYOW18ZUTL/tree+nut.png Education - Let’s Review Tree Nuts - A food allergy reaction happens when an immune response occurs, and your body reacts as if the food item is an invader or a harmful substance. An allergic reaction can be mild or severe and symptoms can occur within minutes or up to hours later. Examples of symptoms can be hives, rash, flushed skin, coughing, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue, or lips, etc. The onset of food allergies can occur at any age. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires manufacturers to label their ingredients and inform the consumer of any top allergens, including tree nuts. If you have a known tree nut allergy it is especially important to read the ingredient lists carefully every time before you eat a product. Having the proper medications with you, such as an EpiPen is important. Always communicate and educate those around you to help assist staying safe from your tree nut allergy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1614550337509-5PVLOXDA0JDYO2DRR9JP/Coconut.png Education - Let’s Review Tree Nuts - Interestingly enough, a coconut is a seed of a drupaceous fruit, which means most individuals do not have a reaction to coconut if they have a tree nut allergy. However, the FDA lists coconut as a tree nut so you will see it listed on the product label if it contains it. In addition, macadamia nut and pine nut are considered seeds, so these may also be tolerated with a tree nut allergy. “An allergy to one tree nut does not necessarily mean an individual is allergic to other tree nuts, but certain tree nuts are closely related, including cashew with pistachio and pecan with walnut” (Everything You Need to Know about Tree Nut Allergy | AAAAI, 2020). Also, “Nutmeg, water chestnut, butternut squash and shea nuts are not tree nuts (the term “nut” does not always indicate a tree nut) and are generally well tolerated by tree nut-allergic individuals” (Everything You Need to Know about Tree Nut Allergy | AAAAI, 2020). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1614550721519-BZZDLYQURVMZVMKAN5FR/options%21.png Education - Let’s Review Tree Nuts - As long as you don’t have a known allergy to peanuts, you can eat peanuts and peanut products since they are in the category of legumes. As discussed earlier, you may be able to tolerate coconut, macadamia nut, pine nut, or other tree nuts. As always, please consult your medical team to confirm what is safe to consume based on your individual food allergies. https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/vgj55slbljkd2qxuat6wmx14d2injh monthly 0.5 2021-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1612624563755-KXLJ8U14RRHK910DZP6C/wheat.png Education - What about wheat? - A food allergy reaction happens when an immune response occurs, and your body reacts as if the food item is an invader or a harmful substance. An allergic reaction can be mild or severe and symptoms can occur within minutes or up to hours later. Examples of symptoms can be hives, rash, flushed skin, coughing, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue, or lips, etc. The onset of food allergies can occur at any age. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires manufactures to label their ingredients and inform the consumer of any top allergens, including wheat. If you have a known wheat allergy it is especially important to read the ingredient lists carefully every time you eat a product. Having the proper medications with you, such as an EpiPen is important. Always communicate and educate those around you to help assist staying safe from your wheat allergy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1612627865519-C6B9CBPXUU4SJNC5G0D3/villi.png Education - What about wheat? - Is a wheat allergy the same as Gluten Intolerance and Celiac Disease? No! Gluten intolerance is a non-immune based reaction. Each individual has their own tolerance amount. As an example, an individual may be able to tolerate one piece of bread, while someone else may be able to tolerate three pieces. Celiac Disease is an autoimmune disease. To keep it simple, when an individual with Celiac Disease eats gluten (wheat, rye, or barley) their body creates an immune response that attacks the small intestine, specifically damaging the villi. As a result, nutrients are not able to be absorbed. “It is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people worldwide” (What Is Celiac Disease?, 2016). “An estimated 1 in 133 Americans, or about 1% of the population has Celiac Disease” (Celiac Disease: Fast Facts | BeyondCeliac.Org, 2020). Celiac disease is hereditary or runs in families, specifically “People with a first-degree relative with celiac disease (parent, child, sibling) have a 1 in 10 risk of developing Celiac Disease” (What Is Celiac Disease?, 2016). The only current treatment is to eat a gluten free diet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1612628781829-YCR18Z0BXSEG00MB181Y/So+many+options%21.png Education - What about wheat? - Gluten free diet? Naturally gluten free items include fruits, vegetables, beans, seeds, legumes, eggs, fish, poultry, etc. Grains, starches, or flours include rice, soy, corn, potato, sorghum, millet, quinoa, buckwheat, arrowroot, etc. When implementing gluten free substitutes keep in mind many gluten free foods have higher fat and sugar contents than gluten containing foods, so be mindful of portions and overall quantity of these food items. Moderation is key! https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/peanut-allergy monthly 0.5 2021-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1609943943685-LJNQALPFJ6WL2CRKUJ6Q/3keys2.jpg Education - Lets talk Peanuts - A food allergy reaction happens when an immune response occurs, and your body reacts as if the food item is an invader or a harmful substance. An allergic reaction can be mild or severe and symptoms can occur within minutes or up to hours later. Examples of symptoms can be hives, rash, coughing, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, tongue, or lips, flushed skin, etc. The onset of food allergies can occur at any age. The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA), requires manufactures to label their ingredients and inform the consumer of any top allergens, including peanuts. If you have a known peanut allergy it is especially important to read the ingredient lists carefully every time you eat a product. Carrying your prescribed medications with you, such as an EpiPen is important to help assist you during an allergic reaction. Always communicate and educate with those around you to help make them aware of your peanut allergy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1609820236131-64SIEIPEH5LLA7Q5QBYO/Peanut+Nutrition.jpg Education - Lets talk Peanuts - What makes peanuts different? “Peanut seedlings rise out of the soil about 10 days after planting. They grow into a green oval-leafed plant about 18 inches tall.” (How Peanuts Grow | National Peanut Board, 2021). As you may have guessed, the flowers form above ground while the peanuts grow below the ground in the soil. “The plant continues to grow and flower, eventually producing some 40 or more pods. From planting to harvesting, the growing cycle of a peanut takes four to five months, depending on the type and variety.” (How Peanuts Grow | National Peanut Board, 2021). Nutrition information collected from USDA (FoodData Central, 2020). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1609944024725-KSVH55Q09EYX4CDFN9YE/alternatives2.jpg Education - Lets talk Peanuts - As long as you don’t have a known allergy to tree nuts, you can eat tree nuts since peanuts are in the category of legumes. As always, please consult your medical team to confirm what is safe to consume based on your individual food allergies. Be aware that during certain manufacturing processes or eating situations there could be cross contact of peanuts. Here are a few examples of common alternatives for peanuts with their nutritional information. Substitutes for peanut butter can be butters from tree nuts (such as almond or cashew), seeds (such as sunflowers), granola butter, and more. Enjoy trying a variety of peanut butter alternatives to find your favorite! Nutrition information collected from USDA (FoodData Central, 2020). https://www.allergiesshapedmylife.org/education/cross-contact-vs-cross-contamination monthly 0.5 2021-02-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1607474802212-28ZCVHNBIHS6MU5XQMK7/kitchen.jpg Education - Cross Contact vs. Cross Contamination - Shopping/Storing When purchasing condiments, try to opt for squeeze bottles to reduce the amount of cross contact with allergens. You no longer need to put a knife in the jelly or mayo to spread onto your bread. Be cautious of the squeeze bottle tip, you don’t want it to touch an allergen, such as wheat bread. Create specific spots for your allergy friendly items when storing them in cabinets, the refrigerator, and even the freezer. This is helpful to reduce any confusion of what food is allowed to eat, but as always confirm with the nutrition label and ingredient list before eating. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1607475201191-RW3FGP0UGIOWDDWM9WJQ/hand%2Bwashing.jpg Education - Cross Contact vs. Cross Contamination - Cooking/Cleaning Depending on the allergens being avoided, you may want to consider purchasing additional utensils/small appliances, such as toasters, strainers, cutting boards, baking mats, pizza cutters, etc. If you find you are preparing allergen and non-allergen food dishes at the same time, be sure to wash your hands between each food preparation to reduce exposure to the allergens. Be sure to thoroughly wash all equipment used in the kitchen, especially if it had contact with an allergen food. To be extra cautious, you can place the available equipment into the dishwasher to get a second cleaning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1607475332631-YI1JZVIYBK8YOPO41SPS/cook.jpg Education - Cross Contact vs. Cross Contamination - Gatherings/Eating out As discussed in the previous article communication and education are the key to help with gatherings and eating out. Be sure to communicate to the waiting staff about your food allergies and the importance to reduce cross contact. Don’t be afraid to speak up, if they don’t know they can’t help! When speaking about your food allergies, be sure to inform the waiting staff about changing gloves and even aprons when preparing your meal. Aprons can be used similar to a rag to wipe hands between serving dishes, so there could be allergens wiped on the apron. Be sure to request the need to use separated clean equipment during preparation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f299e86ef367355cdc3bbb7/1607475378881-B3ARU3CBO4LVE5EL85U9/food.jpg Education - Cross Contact vs. Cross Contamination Keep in mind too, if someone has an allergy to wheat and they order a salad, you cannot just take the croutons and breadstick off the salad, it is necessary to re-do the salad. It is equally important to communicate and educate with the hosts of the gathering about your food allergies. This situation allows more flexibility in the sense that you can bring your own allergy friendly dish for all to share and you could potentially help the host with preparations depending on your relationship. As a host it can be valuable to allow the individuals who have allergens to receive their food first to reduce any cross contact potential. 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