Cowlitz County's asthma rate remains high, but no one knows exactly why May 14, 2009
Along with his asthma, Mclean s son, Spencer, also has severe allergies, along with food allergies and eczema. It s complicated and any one thing can trigger the other, Mclean said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Minor league ballpark offers peanut-free section May 13, 2009
The minor league Camden Riversharks have designated a peanut-free section at Campbell's Field to accommodate fans with food allergies. The special section went into effect Tuesday night when the Riversharks hosted Somerset in the independent Atlantic League. (NJ.com -- News)
Entertaining Company on Short Notic... May 13, 2009
Considerate hosts will be prepared to entertain those friends or family members who have food allergies or intolerances and can't eat certain things. When Guests Have a Food Allergy or Intolerance or Special Diet. (Suite101.com)
Possible Link Between Childhood Obesity And Allergies May 9, 2009
"The signal for allergies seemed to be coming mostly from food allergies. The rate of having a food allergy was 59 percent higher for obese children," said NIEHS researcher Stephanie London, M.D., a co-author on the study. "As childhood obesity rates rise, NIEHS will continue to work to determine how environmental factors affect this epidemic," said Linda Birnbaum, Ph. (Science Daily)
Hildreth: Ten causes you can check for IBS May 8, 2009
Number 10 is another big one, it is very silent but yet a very important cause and that is food allergies ... Like poison oak or poison ivy on the skin, this process may continue as long as the allergic substance is ingested and like the constant contact with poison oak or poison ivy will create an inflammation like a gradual skin breakdown on the outside surface of the body, the food allergies will do exactly the same thing only in the bowel area because that is where the contact is with the... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
More of this story May 7, 2009
townie wrote on May 6, 2009 11:41 AM:" It's up to the parents to make sure their children eat right. It's not going to hurt them to have "baked" chips. In these economic times no one wants to see food being thrown away, because the kids won't eat it. If the "free" lunch kids won't even it the food and are bringing lunches from home, that should tell you something. Why offer them free lunch if the kids can't even eat it. Sounds like a waste to me. What about the kids with food allergies? Some are... (Newport Daily News, RI)
Health Tip: Common Food Allergies in Children May 7, 2009
While food allergies most often first occur during childhood, in many cases, children eventually outgrow them. The U.S. National Library of Medicine says these foods are frequently responsible for allergies in children. (MEDLINEplus)
Work with genes in making choices May 5, 2009
From food allergies to diet-related cancers, the best nutrition advice is tailored to your food preferences and even personality. Although enjoying a great meal is the mission, Robert Gerstenecker, executive chef at Park 75 restaurant at the Four Seasons, has launched a dining concept that fits in with personalized nutrition. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Black Water Tavern has change of ownership May 2, 2009
She said that the tavern is designed to accommodate all customers in several ways including a menu that is able to cater to those with food allergies, and is able to take any reservations regardless of party size. Pellecchia said pleasing diners is the best part of his new job as GM.. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Lilienthal, of Dover, heading benefit for Asthma and Allergy Foundation May 2, 2009
The Breath of Spring Wine Tasting and Auction will be held at the Ferrari Maserati showroom on Route 1 in Norwood on Friday, May 8, at 7 p.m. Proceeds help fund AAFA New England s services and educational programs for families affected by asthma and allergies, including life-threatening food allergies. Tickets are $125 each, and must be reserved in advance. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Allergy Symptoms Raise Concerns About Swine Flu For A Significant Population May 1, 2009
Dr. Richard Scuderi MD PhD, morefocus group's Medical Director, commented, "Although there are some similarities between the symptoms of seasonal and food allergies and the flu, such as nasal congestion, headache and rash, typically allergy symptoms do not include fever, chills, aches and pains, tiredness, and sore throat, In addition, allergy symptoms rarely curb appetite whereas in many cases the Swine flu does.". Dr. Scuderi continued, "Irrespective of their susceptibility to allergic... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
ETSU renews Aramark contract May 1, 2009
Students with dietary concerns or issues such as food allergies and diabetes will benefit from the introduction of icons for healthy eating. These icons will make it easier for students to know which foods are safe for their consumption and which contain certain materials that could be harmful for them, such as peanuts or gluten. (East Tennessean, TN)
Children and teenagers at risk for noise-induced hearing loss, warn America's ENT doctors May 1, 2009
The survey showed that hearing loss is a top medical concern among parents, higher than concerns about asthma, food allergies, or exposure to tobacco smoke. More than 90 percent of parents are very concerned about hearing loss in their children. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Pets, owners challenged by increasing... Apr 30, 2009
Diaz said that although fleas are the most common cause of allergies, environmental factors (pollens, molds, grasses) also often lead to skin problems, as well as food allergies (to certain proteins or carbohydrates). Animals typically don't get runny noses or watery eyes. (CNN -- Law)
Hildreth: Irritable bowel syndrome cases increase Apr 29, 2009
The last but not the least possible cause of increasing intestinal dysfunction that must be considered is food allergies. Food allergies may be one of the most common and yet the most difficult to pin down ... Most people that may be dealing with food allergies would have experienced some form of symptoms in the past, but not necessarily IBS.. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Rooibos for mums Apr 20, 2009
If your little one suffers from colic, insomnia, food allergies, stomach cramps or eczema, Rooibos tea may be the perfect answer to your problems. This phenomenon was discovered accidentally in 1968 when one day Dr Theron, a frantic mother with a crying baby in her arms, searched for a quick way to warm her baby's bottle. (iAfrica.com)
At Your Library: Activities galore during school vacation Apr 19, 2009
If you have any food allergies, please contact Ann, the librarian, before the program. Who doesn t wish they were a Superhero. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Reading disabilities program will fundraise to stay viable Apr 19, 2009
The program has grown to offer 68 programs district-wide, providing education in such issues as food allergies, hearing impairment, and learning disabilities. Clogston said that the program has been very popular with students and teachers, as well with the community at large, and that she hears from former students who still remember the second grade guided walk that teaches about blindness. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Gordy's County Market recalls taco bratwursts Apr 14, 2009
Symptoms in people with food allergies may include shortness of breath, skin reactions and stomach upset. While most people do not have food allergies, anyone who eats a specific food and experiences symptoms should consult a doctor. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Dive into culture with a homestay or farmstay Apr 11, 2009
If you have any food allergies or other special needs, make sure to mention those as well. Establishing a relationship with your hosts before your stay will help ease the transition once you arrive. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Mysterious mouth reaction linked to pollen Apr 11, 2009
Some people with seasonal allergies have food allergies associated with pollen ... The most severe reactions require the use of an injection of epinephrine to subside, which is why many people with food allergies carry auto-injectors for emergencies ... While other kinds of food allergies present in the first two or three years of life, pollen allergies that contribute to oral allergy syndrome develop more slowly, Wood said, peaking in the teenage and young adult years. (CNN -- Health)
Breathe easier by eating right Apr 9, 2009
Attacks can range from mild to severe and are usually provoked by triggers that irritate the airways such as seasonal allergies, food allergies, cold weather, exercise and cigarette smoke ... Manage food allergies ... Food allergies confirmed to trigger asthma include milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish and shellfish. (Globe and Mail)
How to be a Dorm Room Vegetarian or... Apr 8, 2009
Because of food allergies, it's become more common for some cafeterias to list all the ingredients in foods, or at least to have that information available. Dorm Kitchen Options. (Suite101.com)
Heavy pollination making allergies worse Apr 6, 2009
Allergy: Food allergies. Source: Any food, but nine out of 10 are caused by milk, soy, eggs, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and shellfish. (AZCentral)
Editorial: the Advocate weighs in on the School Committee race Apr 3, 2009
Her son has severe food allergies, and she wanted to help create policy to protect children like her son ... And when she heard from parents at other schools in the community who also struggled with their kids food allergies, she continued her work to help craft a district-wide policy. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Helping the Boy Who Couldn't Eat Apr 3, 2009
New Treatment Can Help Children With Severe Food Allergies ... Dr. Wood answers the question: 'Timetable For Outgrowing Food Allergies. (ABC News)
Dieticians team up for commissary 'tour' Apr 3, 2009
Soy milk and rice milk are good ways for people with food allergies to get the same benefits as drinking cow's milk, Thomas said. "They've added calcium and vitamin D, so you are getting the same nutrients you're looking for, it's just not the same protein.". (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
My son's struggle against deadly food... Apr 2, 2009
My son's struggle against deadly food allergies - CNN.com ... My son's struggle against deadly food allergies ... Teddy, age 4, has food allergies that, left untreated, can cut off his breathing. (CNN -- Law)
Treating peanut allergy bit by bit Apr 2, 2009
Peanut allergies are among the most common and most dangerous food allergies. A tiny exposure to peanuts can mean big trouble for a person with a peanut allergy, with symptoms ranging from sneezing or coughing to the constriction, or narrowing, of airways. (Science News for Kids)
Montana Flour and Grain looking to contract more Khorasan acres (9) Mar 29, 2009
Adverse reactions to wheat are one of the most commonly shared food allergies in the world. In the U.S. alone it is estimated that one to six percent of the population suffers from the effects of a wheat allergy or sensitivity. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Newspapers look out for the most vulnerable Mar 28, 2009
He suffered from severe asthma and food allergies. After becoming a ward of the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska, he bounced around the system. (Sioux City Journal)
Sara Lee recalls some Ball Park franks Mar 27, 2009
The incorrectly labeled products may contain cheese, poultry or pork, which is not identified on the packaging, and could pose health risks to people with food allergies, the company said. Crains Briefing. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Licorice Compound Offers New Cancer Prevention Strategy Mar 26, 2009
(May 24, 2008) What common oral condition appears as shallow ulcers of different sizes, affects one in five Americans, can be caused by food allergies and hormonal changes, and also can cause severe mouth pain. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Isle teen tests new transplant Mar 24, 2009
But along with her sister's cells, she acquired her food allergies, including an allergy to shrimp, Wada noted ... But along with her sister's cells, she acquired her food allergies, including an allergy to shrimp, Wada noted. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Peanut-Allergy Hysteria Mar 23, 2009
In the last decade, the number of children under the age of 18 with food allergies spiked 17 percent, and extreme measures are being taken to protect them ... Harvard Medical School professor Nicholas Christakis has suggested that reactions to food allergies are bordering on hysteria. (ABC News)
Saunsoci-Mitchell case: Family wants answers, arrest (67) Mar 22, 2009
He was a fragile child, suffering from severe asthma and food allergies, taken from a teen mother who battled substance abuse. Nathaniel was placed with an Iowa foster family, next with relatives on the Omaha Indian Reservation and then with his final family -- Carlos and Tisha Vega. (Sioux City Journal)
Mixed reax from parents on peanut allergy advance Mar 19, 2009
Tamara Leibowitz, who runs a support group for parents of children with food allergies in Portsmouth, N.H., said it would be a leap of faith to subject her son to small doses of what essentially has been considered poison, but "I think we'd jump at the chance." ... Another California mom, Lori Fletcher, would be just as eager to try the treatment on her 6-year-old son, though she and other parents worry that publicity over the breakthrough would create more misconceptions about food allergies. (Concord Monitor)
Black Male Children Face Highest Risk for Food Allergies Mar 19, 2009
55 percent of the general population has food allergies, most often to shrimp and peanuts ... Males and children had nearly twice the risk for food allergy as others, blacks had triple the risk, and black children were four times more likely to have food allergies. (MEDLINEplus)
U.S. study backs up peanut-allergy treatment Mar 18, 2009
Millions of people suffer from food allergies ... Those allergy shots that help people allergic to pollen and other environmental triggers reduce or eliminate symptoms - by getting used to small amounts of the allergen - are too risky for food allergies. (Globe and Mail)
'Sneaky Chef' returns: Cookbook author up to her old tricks again Mar 18, 2009
Besides holidays and celebrations, Lapine includes chapters devoted to lower-calorie recipes and recipes for children with food allergies. There's a green-and-red striped smoothie for Christmas morning that combines strawberries and avocado, a reduced-fat version of the brainy brownies featured in first book that includes even more pureed spinach and blueberries, and egg-free, dairy-free, gluten-free granola bars. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Child's Food Allergies Take Toll on Family Plans Mar 17, 2009
SUNDAY, March 15 (HealthDay News) -- Two new reports show that food allergies can be a burden on a family's finances and even its vacation plans ... The study's authors suggested that the financial burden caused by food allergies might be diminished if children with food allergies and their families received needed support and care ... A second study found that most families that have members with food allergies limit their vacation destinations because of the condition, with 90 percent saying... (MEDLINEplus)
New Therapy May Defeat Peanut Allergies Mar 17, 2009
Millions of Americans have food allergies ... It accounts for most of the 30,000 emergency-room visits and up to 200 deaths attributed to food allergies each year ... Those allergy shots that help people allergic to pollen and other environmental triggers reduce or eliminate symptomsby getting used to small amounts of the allergenare too risky for food allergies. (Newsmax)
Is There a Cure for Peanut Allergies? Mar 17, 2009
Nearly half of the 150 deaths attributed to food allergies each year in the United States are caused by peanut allergies, according to Duke University. Once, Sam had to be hospitalized after ingesting peanuts. (ABC News)
Can therapy fix peanut allergy? Mar 17, 2009
Millions of Americans have food allergies ... It accounts for most of the 30,000 emergency-room visits and up to 200 deaths attributed to food allergies each year ... Those allergy shots that help people allergic to pollen and other environmental triggers reduce or eliminate symptoms by getting used to small amounts of the allergen are too risky for food allergies. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Exposure to Peanuts May Build Tolerance to Allergy Mar 17, 2009
Nearly half of the 150 deaths attributed to food allergies each year are caused by peanut allergies, according to background information in the study. For the study, which began five years ago, Burks and his colleagues gave children with a history of peanut allergy gradually larger daily doses of peanut protein, while other allergic children were given a placebo. (MEDLINEplus)
MORE: Researchers are closer to cracking nut allergies Mar 16, 2009
FOOD ALLERGIES BY THE NUMBERS ... About one in 25 Americans, or more than 12 million, have food allergies, according to the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network ... About half of the 150 deaths caused by food allergies in the USA each year are caused by peanut allergies. (USA Today)
Treatment for peanut allergies shows promise Mar 16, 2009
An estimated 12 million Americans suffer from food allergies, including about 2 ... While drugs can be used to treat an allergic reaction, there are no approved treatments for food allergies ... Nearly half of the 150 deaths attributed to food allergies each year in the United States are caused by peanut allergies, according to Duke University. (International Herald Tribune)
Studies show children can complete treatment for peanut allergies and achieve long-term tolerance Mar 16, 2009
About four million Americans have food allergies, and allergies to tree nuts and peanuts are the most common. Life-threatening reactions can occur from exposure to even a trace amount of peanuts, and nearly half of the 150 deaths attributed to food allergies each year are caused by peanut allergies. (EurekAlert!)
FOOD ALLERGIES: On the rise for kids Mar 16, 2009
Study: Food allergies on the rise in kids - USATODAY.com ... Study: Food allergies on the rise in kids ... Margaret Sova McCabe and her son, Tommie, behind some of the foods he can eat even though he has food allergies in their home in Sanbornton, N.H. Warnings such as "may contain traces of peanuts" are voluntary and not standardized. (USA Today -- News)
Children relieved of peanut allergies Mar 16, 2009
Millions of people have food allergies and peanut allergy is considered the most dangerous, with life-threatening reactions possible from trace amounts. It accounts for most of the 30,000 emergency-room visits and up to 200 deaths attributed to food allergies each year. (Boston Globe)
March 12 Around Town briefs Mar 13, 2009
Parent meeting to discuss feelings about food allergies. Parents of children with food allergies are invited to a free roundtable discussion on Monday, March 23 at 7 p.m. at the Nashoba Valley Asthma & Allergy Educational Support Group at the Nashoba Valley Medical Center ... The topic of the meeting is how we help our children deal with their feelings about having food allergies. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Celiac diagnosis sparks idea for gluten-free bakery Mar 13, 2009
Ries became a noted speaker and author, established a cooking school and finally a bakery, all to support others who suffer from food allergies ... Ries learned enough from her research to write five books on the subject and became a sought-after speaker, especially for support groups for parents of children with food allergies ... "When you have a kid with food allergies, it can become so stressful," she said. (AZCentral -- Business)
School Committee to weigh administrative bonuses Mar 7, 2009
Last spring, a group of parents urged school officials to reconsider allowing food in classrooms, particularly sugary snacks, which often accompany birthday parties and can pose risks to students with food allergies or other health concerns. Members decided to hold the discussion until their March 26 meeting because members had not had time to review the proposed changes. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Airplane Snack Wars: Peanuts Still Fly Mar 5, 2009
Sure, severe food allergies can be very scary, especially if it's your child with the problem. But some perspective: According to a recent Time magazine article, 15 to 20 people die each year from a variety of food allergies, but more people die from beestings. (ABC News -- Business)
Parents invited to allergy discussion Mar 5, 2009
Parents are invited to a roundtable discussion about raising children with food allergies on Monday, March 16 at 7 p.m. at the Children s Hospital/Beth Israel Medical Care Center, 482 Bedford St., Lexington ... For more information, or a free copy of Eating Out with Food Allergies, call 781-444-7778 or visit. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Why We're Going Nuts Over Nut Allergies Mar 4, 2009
The Fradins and the 3 million other families in the U.S. with food-allergic children have to navigate not only the complexities of the grocery aisle but also the growing skepticism among those who wonder if the sudden rise in food allergies is due more to hysteria than to histamines ... Given all the attention paid in recent years to food allergies, the number of people in the U.S. who die from them 15 to 20 a year is relatively small ... When asked about his editorial, which he wrote after his... (Time.com)
The Benefits of Vegan/Vegetarian Li... Mar 3, 2009
Studies have also shown that not only are meat free diets a way to build a more efficient immune system but also a way to gain more energy, live six to ten years longer than average, and rid the system of pesky allergens that cause food allergies, ADHD, and asthma. Vegans also enjoy the aesthetic benefits of healthy hair, lower body weight, and clearer, more supple skin. (Suite101.com)
Be Good to Your Flight Crew Feb 26, 2009
Melissa Stoller, a frequent flier and mother of three, says she s found flight attendants to be accommodating when she explains that one of her children has food allergies. Although I always try to pre-order special meals for her, the meals sometimes don't arrive as we expect. (Fox News)
Daddy Eats Dead Cows Feb 26, 2009
And it's already become clear that for every vegetarian child, there are about 10 with food allergies, so if Rebekah ever feels bad forgoing a frank, she can commiserate with the girl who can't eat peanuts or with the poor lactose-intolerant babe who will never have. Keeping the girls from meat, and from ridicule, while they're youngthat's turned out to be easy. (Slate)
Traveling with dietary restrictions Feb 26, 2009
Anyone who has food allergies or follows a special diet (such as kosher or vegan) knows that sticking to your food regimen can sometimes be tricky especially when you're traveling overseas and struggling to explain exactly what ovo-vegetarianism is to a waiter who only speaks a dozen words of English. But your dietary restrictions don't have to keep you stuck at home and chained to your own kitchen. (MSNBC -- Health)
Retiring allergy doctor leaves lasting legacy Feb 25, 2009
I don t think he will be recognized for several years for what a contribution he made for food allergies, contact allergies, immunotherapy for cancer and infertility. Mary Morris said oral drops are much more accepted by the medical community and major universities such as Duke University and the University of Wisconsin in Madison, which are conducting research studies on sublingual immunotherapy. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
What's causing my recurring headaches? Feb 24, 2009
Could this be because of food allergies. Or something else. (CNN -- Health)
Restaurants responsive to food allergies? Feb 24, 2009
Search for restaurants. Thursdays:Dishing, news on Atlanta dining. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Scientists discover 'cure' for peanut allergies Feb 23, 2009
"Peanut allergy is common it affects one in 50 young people in the UK and unlike other childhood food allergies like cow's milk, it rarely goes away. For all our participants, a reaction could lead to life-threatening anaphylactic shock but now we've got them to a point where they can safely eat at least ten whole peanuts." He admitted the research did not represent a permanent cure, but added: "As long as they go on taking a daily dose they should maintain their tolerance". The authors of the... (InTheNews.co.uk)
Your diet may make seasonal allergies worse Feb 21, 2009
Although both food allergies and oral allergy syndrome pose problems for those who are affected by them, there's a difference in the severity of the response. People with oral allergy syndrome have reactions that are mainly in the mouth or lips. (MSNBC -- Health)
