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by ruth on May 12, 2009
While there are many brands of "hypoallergenic" formula milk in the market, there are only a handful of milk formula with proteins that contain proteins that are completely hydrolyzed or cut...
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by ruth on May 6, 2009
LeClerc Foods is recalling a single lot of "Market Pantry Chocolate Chip Chewy Granola Bars" due to undeclared peanut.
The product was distributed to Target stores nationwide. The 15.2-oz. ...
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by ruth on May 5, 2009
For all Mothers out there, but especially those Moms to children with food allergies, here's a Mother's Day treat from Divvies:
If you don't see the fine print, it says that from now unt...
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by ruth on April 15, 2009
With the rise in the number of individuals with food allergies, the market of products catering to this group is also expanding. Thank goodness!
Here's another snack option for those with multipl...
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by ruth on April 9, 2009
Easter egg painting has become an annual activity for us since my boy, who had egg allergies as a baby, was about 2 and a half. Before that, he was too young to do any painting anyway, so we didn'...
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by ruth on March 28, 2009
I received the following from Papoose Publishing by email and thought I would share:
If your child has had an allergic reaction to foods served at school / nursery you could be entitled to make an ...
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, Online Shops
by ruth on March 19, 2009
Vermont Nut Free Chocolates has something new on its range of tree- and peanut-free goodies: an all-natural nut free granola bar. It's the perfect snack for kids and adults with nut allergies! The...
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by ruth on March 18, 2009
Finally, after so many years of experimentation and careful monitoring, a handful of kids who were previously severely-allergic to peanuts can now tolerate about 15 peanuts a day.
For the study, which...
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by ruth on March 18, 2009
Golden Chocolate International, Inc., is recalling "Brighton Beach Candy" due to undeclared walnuts.
The product was distributed in retail stores, delis, and restaurants in California, Mary...
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by ruth on March 13, 2009
How many times have we heard of food allergies being used as weapons for bullying? Too many. But this has got to be one of the most nutty (pun intended) I've ever encountered: Ex-Fiance Accused Of...
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by ruth on February 11, 2009
This Valentine's Day, show an extra dose of TLC with these treats using food-allergy safe treats from Enjoy Life: Sweetheart S'mores. These sweet treats contain no wheat, gluten, dairy, peanut...
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by ruth on February 10, 2009
Because of my son's dairy allergies when he was younger (he outgrew it at age 3), we still use milk in our household very sparingly- usually only for baking or sauces. Instead of cow milk, he'...
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by ruth on February 9, 2009
Valentines' Day is probably one of those holidays I personally dislike the most. Really, what does St. Valentine have to do with romance?!? And why be extra romantic for just one day?
Anyway, if ...
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by ruth on January 22, 2009
I agree with food allergy blogger Janeen, this guy ought to be in sued for deliberately scattering peanuts in a manufacturing plant that's supposed to be peanut-free.
Paul Bentley scattered peanut...
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by ruth on January 20, 2009
My little one is almost 9 months old and I've been wondering whether I could already introduce milk-containing baby foods. I see commercially available baby food jars that contain yoghurt, cheese,...
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by ruth on January 15, 2009
Here's another product that will surely be welcome on the tables of those who have milk allergies, intolerances, or simple prefer to live dairy-free: Tofutti Better than Cream Cheese. They are egg...
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by ruth on January 15, 2009
Just wanted to share this discount coupon from Enjoy Life:
Enjoy Life products are certified gluten-free and free of the eight most common allergens. They contain no wheat, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts...
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by ruth on January 12, 2009
Many studies have already shown that a woman's diet during her pregnancy can affect her baby's health, not only during the time it's in the womb, but well into its adulthood. This phenomen...
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by ruth on January 9, 2009
The new year has just begun and as before, one of my wishes is to have less number of allergy bouts this year than the last. Alas, my son greeted the year with an allergic cough followed by a food rea...
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by ruth on December 8, 2008
Wish I'd seen this sooner: a food allergy safe advent calendar! It's peanut free, tree nut free, dairy free, egg free and gluten free! It would have been much more convenient (and cheaper, hah...
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by ruth on November 29, 2008
Happy Thanksgiving to all my American readers and all those who celebrate this festive holiday. For those who will be traveling to their loved ones, may you all have allergy-safe journeys and share al...
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by ruth on November 29, 2008
Have you heard of Grippies? No, not those anti-slip adhesives for socks. I'm talking about those theme-based gloves that according to the product website, "provide added protection from inadv...
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by ruth on November 24, 2008
Like many parents of food-allergic children, I've become an semi-expert on reading ingredient lists on food labels. These days, I only have to watch out for peanuts and other tree nuts, but there ...
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by ruth on November 23, 2008
If you have allergies- be it food, latex, pet dander, metal, or other environmental allergies- your best course of action is to avoid the offending substance(s). There have been reports of people who ...
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by ruth on November 22, 2008
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is recalling a batch of 24 oz. Wegmans Italian Classics Seasoned Tomato Sauce with a "use-by- date of 11/26/08", UPC 77890 79010.
The product is being recalled b...
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by ruth on November 19, 2008
Thanksgiving menu all planned out? It's easy enough to make the turkey itself allergy-free, but it's the trimmings, side-dishes and desserts that might require more inspiration if you're h...
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by ruth on October 20, 2008
My little girl is turning 6 months old soon (yes, time flies, doesn't it?) and it's time to start weaning her to solid foods. Until now, she's exclusively breastfed and we've deliberat...
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by ruth on October 18, 2008
Might have been a bit late, but I think there could be many who use this product so I'm posting this even though it's been over a month since the recall announcement.
The Hershey Company (NYS...
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by ruth on October 17, 2008
I'm no great cook to begin with, but I find it extra difficult to achieve really great-tasting, almost "normal" looking cakes and baked goodies using allergy-friendly substitutes for cer...
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by ruth on October 13, 2008
Just a couple more weeks and it's Halloween once again. Time for trick-or-treating and it ought to be fun! But what if there are kids with food and other allergies in your neighborhood? Surely, yo...
