When parents can get an at-home version of a medical test that would normally take time out of their family’s busy day, it’s going to garner attention. That’s exactly what’s happening with at-home allergy — or, more accurately, at-home sensitivity … Continue reading →
Goodbye, winter. Hello, spring. Most kids get excited for the warm temperatures and sunshine, but not so much for the ensuing sniffles and watery eyes that come with springtime allergies. Related posts:Teens and healthy dating Croup: What to do when … Continue reading →
Over the last few years, the gluten-free diet has gained a lot of followers and the trend continues to grow. There are those who need it for medical reasons, such as celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, which affect only a … Continue reading →
Researchers estimate that approximately 15 million Americans have a food allergy. This includes 1 in every 13 children, which translates to approximately two in every classroom! Here’s another statistic that might be hard to stomach: Every three minutes, someone in … Continue reading →
The best way to keep kids from developing peanut allergies is to keep them away from peanuts, right? Not so fast. A groundbreaking study published recently in The New England Journal of Medicine showed that exposing allergy-prone children to peanuts … Continue reading →
Just like meeting homework deadlines and figuring out transportation to and from extracurricular activities, managing your child’s food allergies at school requires planning. Food allergies affect 4-6 percent of children in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control … Continue reading →