The scary part of Halloween should be witches and ghosts, not the candy. Some families choose to #KeepItTeal and only have non-food treats. But if you are looking for allergy-friendly treats to hand out, or for the "switch witch" to leave for your little goblin, here are some top-8 free Halloween candy ideas. These candies are free of peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, egg, soy, wheat, fish and shellfish.
You know a healthy diet is important for your child, especially as they head back to school. But what does that diet look like? What if they have food allergies? How do you make sure they get everything they need? Here is a guide to help you make sure your child is eating a diet that will help them thrive physically and mentally while eating safe foods.
We've partnered with Food Allergy Kids of Atlanta (FAKA), one of our affiliated support groups, to identify local food banks in Georgia that will accept and distribute allergy-friendly foods. Many families from Florida have evaucated to Georgia and need allergy safe foods.
What is your experience with finding safe foods for your child with food allergies? Help us advocate for better policies and customer service from food companies for people managing food allergies. Take this survey to share your insights and experiences finding safe foods.
KFA sent a team to check out all the #NewFoodFinds revealed at the 2017 Natural Products Expo West. Here are all the chocolate treats we found.
Kids With Food Allergies sent a team to check out all the #NewFoodFinds revealed at the 2017 Natural Products Expo West. We shared our findings via Instagram . If you are an Instagram user, click on the on the products below to add your comments and questions (we've tagged the food makers on our posts). Dairy-free cheeses coming out in 2017: Daiya is adding to or updating its dairy-free cheese line - look for American Style Slices, Mozzarella Style Shreds, and Cheddar Style Deluxe Cheeze...
File an adverse reaction report here . We’re sharing information from The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI). They are collecting reports from people who have gotten sick after eating Quorn. Quorn is a brand name of meat substitutes. It is made from a fungus that is grown in a vat (like bacteria) rather than taken from the ground, like a mushroom. Some people reported allergic reactions after eating Quorn, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and occasionally hives or...
Kids With Food Allergies sent a team to check out all the #NewFoodFinds revealed at the 2017 Natural Products Expo West. We shared our findings via Instagram . If you are an Instagram user, click on the on the products below to add your comments and questions (we've tagged the food makers on our posts). Here are new dairy-free milk alternatives coming out this year: Ripple expands their product line of pea-based milk to shelf-stable, 8-ounce kid-friendly packages that will be available at...
Get kids involved from the start by choosing kid-friendly recipes together to make them feel included. While some recipes may already be allergen-free and safe for your child, others may not be.
Follow @kidswithfoodallergies on Instagram for a sneak peek of what we find at Natural Products Expo West. We'll tag our photos with #NewFoodFind. Many of these foods are free of eggs, dairy, gluten or even free of all top-8 allergens.
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is standing up for people allergic to sesame. We joined with a consumer advocacy group to ask the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to add sesame to the list of ingredients that must be disclosed on food labels. Currently, only eight allergens - milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat and soy - are listed on food labels . Allergens not on that list - such as sesame – are sometimes called non top-8 allergens. AAFA and the...
CDC, FDA, and several states are investigating an outbreak of 12 illnesses of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O157:H7 reported from several states. Epidemiologic information collected to date indicates that I. M. Healthy brand SoyNut Butter products might be contaminated with this harmful bacteria and are a likely source of this outbreak. CDC recommends that people not eat or serve these products.
In-N-Out Burger Joins AllergyEats' Annual Top 10 List of Best Restaurants for People With Food Allergies In-N-Out Burger is the first fast-food restaurant to make the annual top 10 list from AllergyEats, an allergy-friendly dining guide. AllergyEats released its 2017 restaurant list this week. There is another newcomer to the list - a small chain called the Flatbread Company. On AllergyEats, diners can base their ratings on a restaurant's ability to accommodate food allergies. The website...
Do you want to eat healthier and have more time in your day? We have two words to help you as you care for your family with food allergies: menu planning! Menu planning can help you keep your 2017 resolutions to get organized and eat healthily. Some families with multiple food allergies wind up cooking separate meals each night. This can be overwhelming. Instead, try to find foods and preferences everyone has in common. Aim to prepare food for everyone so you don’t have to cook multiple...
If you suspect your child had an allergic reaction to a mislabeled food, you can report it. By doing so, you can help play an important role in public health.