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Egg, Gluten and Soy Alert – Farm Rich Changes Ingredients in Snack Products
Farm Rich has announced a recipe change for some of its popular snack offerings. Products included in this recipe update are: Cheddar Cheese Curds, Jalapeño Peppers and Breaded Mushrooms, which now contain trace amounts of egg and soy, and two Farm Rich Meatball varieties, Original Homestyle and Italian Style, are no longer gluten-free.
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Fish (Anchovies) Allergy Alert - H.E.B. Caesar Salad with Chicken
Taylor Farms Texas Inc. Recalls Salad with Chicken Products due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Class II Recall Release: 051-2019 Health Risk: Low Date: May 14, 2019 Congressional and Public Affairs Buck McKay (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov WASHINGTON, May 14, 2019 – Taylor Farms Texas Inc., a Dallas, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 1,079 pounds of Caesar salad with chicken products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s...
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Fish (Anchovies) Allergy Alert - Taylor Farms American Style Pasta Salad
Taylor Farms Florida Recalls Salad with Chicken Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Class II Recall Release: 115-2017 Health Risk: Low Date: Oct 28, 2017 En Español Congressional and Public Affairs Maria Machuca (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov WASHINGTON, Oct. 28, 2017 – Taylor Farms Florida, an Orlando, Fla. establishment, is recalling approximately 732 pounds of salads with chicken products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of...
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Allergy-Friendly School Lunch Box Ideas (Video and Resources)
Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) hosted a webinar on September 22, 2015 about Allergy-Friendly School Lunch Box Ideas. Registered dietitian Debra Indorato and blogger Keeley McGuire gave parents creative, nutritious and inspirational lunch ideas. ...
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Easy Decorations for Allergy-Friendly Cakes
Amazing Decorations for Cakes posted by Melanie Carver Now that you've baked a safe cake and frosted it, how can you decorate it to impress the birthday child? Even though you may be restricted by food allergies, the possibilities can be...
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Can You Bring Outside Food to Restaurants If You Have a Food Allergy?
People with food allergies can have a hard time eating at restaurants. Sometimes, you can’t avoid a restaurant where it’s difficult to order a safe meal. Three attorneys from the Allergy Law Project answer the question: can a person with allergies bring outside food into a restaurant if a safe meal is not available? Unfortunately, there is not a lot of legal guidance on this specific issue.
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Help Others See Beyond Food Allergies During National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month and Food Allergy Awareness Week
Each May since 1984, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has declared May to be National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. This month is dedicated to teaching others about asthma and allergies to create more awareness and understanding. Kids With Food Allergies (KFA) is a division of AAFA. May 12-18, 2019, is also Food Allergy Awareness Week. During this week, we focus on spreading information about what it’s like to manage food allergies and raise awareness about anaphylaxis,
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How to Decorate an Allergy-Friendly Cake (Part 3)
This is the final part of a multi-step instructional series written by Kathy Przywara, our recipe coordinator and a leader of our Food & Cooking support team. Be sure to read the first step, which provides tips on how to remove your cake from the pan and cool the cake , and the second step that details how to layer and fill your cake. Crumb Coat Your Cake Crumb coating means to apply a thin layer of thin consistency frosting to the entire surface of the cake to seal in the...
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How to Have Safe Outdoor Celebrations With Food Allergies
Outdoor holiday celebrations are fun but they can also be a source of stress for parents of children with food allergies. Here are some ways to keep your child safe at barbecues, cookouts and picnics.
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How to Keep Kids With Food Allergies Safe at Outdoor Celebrations
It's summer and that means outdoor picnics and barbecues. Outdoor celebrations are fun but they can also be a source of stress for parents of children with food allergies. Here are some ways to keep your child safe at barbecues, cookouts and picnics.
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How to "Savor the Flavor" With Food Allergies
By Amanda Liptak, RD, LDN March is National Nutrition® Month 2016. This year's theme is " Savor the Flavor of Eating Right! " For those of us avoiding the top 8 food allergens, it’s a time to focus on the importance of a balanced daily diet for the entire family. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics tells us to take time to eat wholesome foods, eat mindfully and enjoy the pleasures that food brings to our lives. And yes, it i s possible for families with food allergies to get excited about...
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7 Tips for Safe Summer Playdates for Your Child With Food Allergies
Summer is a great time for kids to get together with friends and have fun. If your child has food allergies, it’s still possible to have wonderful playdates. Here are some things to remember, and some great ideas for fun things to do.
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The Rising Global Problem of Food Allergy – We Need Your Help!
It is World Allergy Week and this year’s theme is The Global Problem of Food Allergy.
To help us take action on food allergies, we are seeking 1,000 individuals to fill out a survey that may take 15-30 minutes to complete (the length of the survey depends on your answers).
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Tips for Healthier, Allergy-Friendly Eating On the Go
“Savor The Flavor Of Eating Right” is the theme for National Nutrition® Month 2016 . The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics uses March to promote healthier eating, both at home and away from home. Here are some tips for nutritious meals and snacks when you travel with children with food allergies. Plan Ahead to Make Travel More Tolerable and Less Worrisome You probably look forward to getting away from the daily grind just as much as your children. But all parents dread hearing “Are we there...
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Tips to Safely Celebrate Halloween at Home and at School (New Handout)
Halloween can be a fun and exciting holiday for children, but it is not without risk for those with food allergies. Families raising children with food allergies need to take extra precautions in order to keep their children safe....
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Tree Nut (Almonds) Allergy Alert - 2% Reduced Fat Vanilla Half Gallon Milk
Shamrock Farms Issues Voluntary Recall of 2% Reduced Fat Vanilla Half Gallon Milk Due to Undeclared Almonds For Immediate Release January 4, 2019 Contact Consumers Shamrock Farms 1-888-HI-ROXIE Media Leigh Lehman LLEHMAN@TALKTOCURRENT.COM (310) 967-3409 Announcement Shamrock Farms of Phoenix, Arizona is issuing a voluntary recall of Shamrock Farms 2% Reduced Fat Vanilla Half Gallon Milk with Best Before Date 3/16/2019. The recall comes after a product retain of Shamrock Farms 2% Reduced Fat...
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Walt Disney Parks and Cruises to Stock EpiPens and Promote Food Allergy Awareness
Mylan Signs Strategic Alliance Agreement with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to Enhance Access to EpiPen® (epinephrine) Auto-Injectors EpiPen® Auto-Injector Locations Designated on Updated Guide Maps and Signage; New Multi-year Alliance to...
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Wheat Allergy Alert - Cumberland Farms Chicken Caesar Salad
Missa Bay, LLC Recalls Chicken Products Due To Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen Class II Recall Release: 093-2017 Health Risk: Low Date: Aug 15, 2017 Congressional and Public Affairs Jennifer Dallis (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov WASHINGTON, Aug. 15, 2017 – Missa Bay, LLC, a Swedesboro, N.J. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,719 pounds of chicken caesar salad products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and...
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PBS KIDS Continues to Teach Kids About Food Allergies
With so many other TV networks airing shows that display poor awareness of food allergies, we want to highlight a network that is doing a great job of supporting the food allergy community. If your preschooler is a fan of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, we have some big news. The animated tiger develops a food allergy on the upcoming season of the PBS KIDS’ popular series. Daniel learns he is allergic to peaches the very first time he tries them in “ Daniel’s Allergy .” His dad and Doctor Anna...
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Peanut Allergy Alert - Texas Best Protein DBA Farm to Market Foods in Green Bean Casserole
Texas Best Protein DBA Farm to Market Foods Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Peanut in Green Bean Casserole For Immediate Release December 27, 2016 Contact Consumers Jason Beyer 940-468-7185 Announcement Farm To Market Foods of Santo, Texas is recalling 26,506 pounds of Green Bean Casserole, because it may contain undeclared Peanut Allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Peanut Allergens run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume...
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3 Tricks to Managing Food Allergies at Halloween
By Tami L. Pyles As the calendar flips from September to October and signs of fall begin to appear, it is time for parents to start thinking about Halloween. My plans are already forming as we prepare for another Halloween with our...
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Milk Allergy Alert - Farrell Farms, Inc Dark Chocolate Almonds, Dark Chocolate Cashews, and Dark Chocolate Pecans
Farrell Farms, Inc. Issues allergy alert on undeclared milk in Dark Chocolate Almonds, Dark Chocolate Cashews, and Dark Chocolate Pecans For Immediate Release November 29, 2017 Contact Consumers 1-919-583-4366 Media Frank Farrell 1-919-583-4366 Announcement Farrell Farms, Inc. of Goldsboro, NC is recalling 7 oz Dark Chocolate Almonds, 7 oz Dark Chocolate Cashews, and 7 oz Dark Chocolate Pecans, because these products may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe...
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Milk Allergy Alert - Taylor Farms Cole Slaw Kits
Taylor Farms Retail, Inc. Recalls Coleslaw Kits Due To Undeclared Milk Allergen For Immediate Release August 7, 2017 Contact Consumers 855-455-0098 Announcement Taylor Farms Retail, Inc. in Salinas is conducting a limited recall of 293 cases of Taylor Farms Creamy Homestyle Coleslaw Kits due to an undeclared milk allergen. Milk is an ingredient in the dressing packet included in the salad kit. This recall is limited to one production day from a single location which distributes to Raley’s in...
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Milk and Egg Allergy Alerts - Pero Family Farms Zucchini Spiral Pesto Side Dish Kits
Pero Family Farms Food Co. Issues Alert on Undeclared Egg and Milk Allergens in Zucchini Trays For Immediate Release March 11, 2020 Contacts Consumers Pero Family Farms Food Company, LLC (561) 498-5771 Announcements Pero Family Farms Food Company, LLC has initiated a voluntary product recall of its 11oz “Zucchini Spiral Pesto Side Dish Kit” with run number code 1196272F; Use By date of 03/20/2020 due to a product mislabeling which did not declare the allergens of egg and milk. People who...
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Milk and Fish (Anchovies) Allergy Alerts - Taylor Farms Northwest Homestyle Meatloaf
Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC Recalls Ready-To-Eat Meatloaf Products Due To Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Class I Recall Release: 068-2018 Health Risk: High Date: Aug 21, 2018 Distribution List PDF Congressional and Public Affairs Felicia Thompson (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2018 – Taylor Farms Northwest, LLC, a Kent, Wash. establishment, is recalling approximately 62 pounds of ready-to-eat meatloaf products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the...
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Milk and Soy Allergy Alert - PictSweet Farms Steam’ables Baby Brussel Sprouts
The PictSweet Company Recalls 12 Ounce Steam’ables Baby Brussel Sprouts for Undeclared Milk and Soy Allergens For Immediate Release July 13, 2018 Contact Consumers Consumer Affairs 1-800-527-0986 Media Gene Grabowski 202-270-6560 Announcement The Pictsweet Company has recalled 960 cases of Pictsweet Farms 12-ounce Steam’ables Baby Brussels Sprouts because they may contain undeclared milk and soy allergens. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk or soy may run the risk of...
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Milk, Egg, Wheat and Fish (Anchovies) Allergy Alerts - 7-Eleven Brand Caesar Side Salad Due
Choice Farms LLC Recalls Limited Quantity of Caesar Side Salad Due to Undeclared Milk, Egg, Wheat and Fish (Anchovies) Allergens For Immediate Release April 13, 2017 Contact Consumers Choice Farms LLC 1-800-605-0881 Announcement Choice Farms LLC is initiating a limited voluntary recall of 7-Eleven™ brand Caesar Salad containers produced on April 11th, at the Denver production facility only, because they contain undeclared Milk, Egg, Wheat and Fish (anchovies) allergens. People who have an...
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Non-Food Rewards for Children (New Handout)
The CDC’s Voluntary Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies in Schools and Early Care and Education Programs recommends the “use of non-food incentives for prizes, gifts, and awards.” This practice is also recommended...
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Replacing Lost Nutrients Due to Food Allergies
National Nutrition Month – March 2013 by Deb Indorato, RD “Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day” is the theme for National Nutrition Month 2013. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly The American Dietetic Association) created...
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Wheat and Soy Allergy Alerts- Sensinig Turkey Farm Turkey Products
Sensenig Turkey Farm LLC Recalls Turkey Sausage Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergens Class I Recall Release: 015-2018 Health Risk: High Date: Mar 1, 2018 Congressional and Public Affairs Sarah R. Lichtman (202) 720-9113 Press@fsis.usda.gov WASHINGTON, March 1, 2018 – Sensenig Turkey Farm LLC, a Lititz, Pa. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,925 pounds of turkey sausage products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food...
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Your Guide to Back-to-School Nutrition With Food Allergies
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.
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Re: Walt Disney Parks and Cruises to Stock EpiPens and Promote Food Allergy Awareness
This is fantastic! Thank you Disney. I hope other theme parks follow suit, it's badly needed. Sending hugs your way.
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Re: Will You #KeepItTeal This Halloween?
It sounds like this Teal pumpking theme started in 2016. A great idea!! I wonder though, how the color Teal was chosen?? Can anyone tell me?? Thanks!! Terri
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Unpacking Food Allergy Bias During a New Turning Point in the Struggle for Racial Equality
By Kafi Drexel Brown Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Public Relations Director I have a confession. While health and wellness have been a longtime focus of my life and work, I didn’t give food allergies much thought until I joined the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) as its public relations director. It also didn’t hit me how odd it is I haven’t considered food allergies an important factor in my life until having a conversation with a colleague about how racial...
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Tree Nut (Walnuts) Allergy Alert - Willow Tree Premium White Meat Chicken Salad Classic
Willow Tree Poultry Farm, Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken Salad Products due to Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen Class I Recall Release: 024-2020 Health Risk: High Date: Sep 16, 2020 Congressional and Public Affairs Felicia Thompson (202) 720-9113 FSISpress@usda.gov WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2020 – Willow Tree Poultry Farm, Inc., an Attleboro, Mass. establishment is recalling approximately 6,890 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) chicken salad products due to misbranding and an undeclared...
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Egg Allergy Alert - Prarie Farms Chocolate Milk Gallons
Prairie Farms Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Chocolate Milk Gallons For immediate Release November 25, 2020 Contacts Consumers: Prairie Farms Dairy 618-659-5700 info@prairiefarms.com Media: Darin Copeland 618-659-5191 dcopeland@prairiefarms.com Company Announcement Prairie Farms has issued a limited voluntary recall of its Prairie Farms Premium Flavored Chocolate Milk gallons and Prairie Farms 1% Lowfat Chocolate Milk gallons (Best by Date: Dec. 4, 2020) that were not labeled for...