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MedicAlert – An Interview

June 9, 2010 · Posted in Interviews, New To Allergies, Resources, Tips and Tools · Comments Off 

MedicAlert have specifically trained representatives to review the information and work closely with the patient, verifying that the correct medical information is engraved on the patient’s medical ID.

Best Gifts For Mother’s Day

May 1, 2010 · Posted in Food Allergy Holidays · Comments Off 

Mothers’ Day in North America is Sunday, May 9 and we asked moms (and stepmoms) what they’d like to receive as a gift. Some of these might surprise you.

Celebrating Passover With Food Allergies

March 22, 2010 · Posted in Food Allergy Holidays · Comments Off 

Passover is one of the most popular Jewish holidays. For people with food allergies, however, Pesach is riddled with special challenges. Here’s how to take the worry out of Passover celebrations.

Ten Best Valentines Gifts – No Food Required

February 5, 2010 · Posted in Food Allergy Holidays · 1 Comment 

Valentine’s Day has long been thought of as the “chocolate holiday”. For people with food allergies, especially nut allergies, there are so many more amazing companies now offering peanut free and nut free chocolate options, dairy free chocolates and other delicious alternatives.

Holiday Gifts For People With Food Allergies

Seasonal gifts for people with food allergies can be tricky, because many standard commercial baked goods and chocolates may be off the list. For kids with food allergies, there are funky epipen carriers, or delicious allergy friendly chocolates. For adults with a gluten intolerance, gluten allergy or any other kind of food allergy, there are ..more

Halloween And Food Allergies

October 27, 2009 · Posted in Peanut-Free, Tree-Nut-Free · 1 Comment 

How to enjoy the treats and avoid the tricks If your child has food allergies, Halloween can be very scary. How do you allow your children to participate in the fun of the night without endangering their health or safety? Here are some ideas. 1.    Be Vigilant As soon as your child starts going out ..more

Thanksgiving and Food Allergies

September 30, 2009 · Posted in Food Allergy Holidays · Comments Off 

Next weekend is Thanksgiving in Canada. For those with food allergies, family occasions like Thanksgiving can be nightmares and cause additional anxiety. Here are some tips for stress-free entertaining this Thanksgiving. If You Are A Host •    Ask your guests ahead of time about food allergies. Most people will be happy to help you work ..more

Summer Entertaining and Food Allergies

July 3, 2009 · Posted in Tips and Tools · Comments Off 

Tips and Suggestions to Alleviate Stress of Food Allergies  Summer is perfect for barbeques and impromptu get-togethers with friends and family. When you have a food allergy, however, it can be a stressful time. Here are some tips to take the pressure off. 1.    Talk to the host ahead of time. You are not being ..more

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