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Pink- and red-frosted cupcakes, chocolates, and an assortment of other treats will be popping up in classrooms (and a litany of other places) as we celebrate Valentine’s Day. Sharing holiday-themed treats, however, can be far from sweet for the allergic folk in your life. From allergen-laden recipes to holiday-themed candy that comes with a risk of cross contamination, these items may be unsafe for allergic individuals. If you want to share the sweet-treat love with your allergic friends and family, the following goodies are worth considering. Rice KrispieTM Treats Before we dive too deep into this crowd favorite, let’s talk...

Grabbing a meal with friends. A dinner date. A birthday party over lunch. A pile of snacks as you study with friends. Food’s presence in social settings is ubiquitous. Most of us don’t even think twice about grabbing a bite when we’re out. For those managing food allergies, however, this normal, social activity can be a minefield of danger. That doesn’t mean it’s impossible. These steps can make meals out safe and pleasurable. What’s Up Doc? It goes without saying that safely eating out begins with a conversation with your allergist. Get input from your doctor on places or types...

Did you make a New Year’s resolution? Did you ring in 2019 with a list of goals and a plan to reach them? (I’ve got some ideas on that over at Creative Blueprints for Leaders if you need a hand!) My guess is that the answer is yes, even if it’s a casual mental note that now is a good time to start doing (or stop doing) something. So, let me ask you this: Have you set any resolutions regarding food allergies? If not, I’ve got a few suggestions you may want to consider. Resolve to get up to date...

Allergy parents know it’s not possible to monitor children and their food allergies every hour of the day, but your memory is often what keeps them free from danger. This can mean piles of stress for everyone involved, and that’s no way to live. Fortunately, we live in the age of innovation and technology, and almost everyone owns a smartphone of some kind. The good news is that hundreds of resources exist right at our fingertips—and these resources can be vital for reducing the stress of managing dangerous food allergies. Here are five great apps that can help ease the...