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How To Get Tested For Food Allergies
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Call your medical insurance provider and ask if they cover the test. And then ask for a recommendation to get the test

posted March 23
I Have Allergies To So Many Things. If I Didn’t Eat Them. I Would Never Eat. How Do You Handle This
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Keep things simple is the first thing, I'd say. I don't know what your allergies are, but I have a child who had a lot of allergies. I'd keep the food clean and focus on proteins, vegetables and… read more

posted February 28
Has Anyone Had A Child Grow Out Of A Severe Peanut Or Egg Allergy?
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My son is 2 years old and has anaphylactic reaction to both peanuts and eggs. I am looking for hope that he may still grow out of these food allergies even though they are more severe.

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Same here. My little boy is 3 1/2 with severe peanut and egg allergy. He also has eczema.

posted March 2
Looking For Siblings Of Food-allergic Children Who Are Comfortable Sharing Their Experiences!
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I'm a student journalist who wants to learn more about how non-allergic siblings navigate life with an allergic sibling.

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

I am not sure that we can direct message. Feel free to message me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crimson.johnson.5/

posted February 12
If You Have Allergies To Mold, Can You Eat Cooked Mushrooms??
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No you shouldn't but it depends. Some foods are made with a mold process that is different from mold and mildew from rain ir water. But foods to avoid are mushrooms, cheese, yeast and vinegar and… read more

posted February 12
I Am Glutin Intolerance. Does It Hurt Me To Have Some Now And Again
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Yes! My doctor told me that you are more likely to worsen your allergy by continuing to introduce the food to your body. I know it can be a difficult adjustment, but I would recommend eliminating… read more

posted February 8
Was Anyone Here Born Several Weeks Past Their Due Date?
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Concerned about toxemia. Also though I was the firstborn, my mom had miscarried once before. My younger sister and brother were both RH babies transfused shortly after birth

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

Neither sibling has a history of allergies. Mine since infancy have been severe.

posted February 3
Dairy Allergies
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I have recently been experiencing shortness of breath. I’ve had testing done and they have ruled out heart, lungs and anemia issues. I’ve eaten yogurt and other dairy products more than I have. I’m going to have blood work done to determine what food allergies I have. My guess is dairy may be one.

A MyFoodAllergyTeam Member

Please be careful and do your research! Prednisone has an inactive ingredient of *anhydrous lactose*
Which could worsen your allergy symptoms. Prednisone also can be a cataract maker 👀 My dairy… read more

posted April 14
Does Anyone Have Personal Experience With The Food Allergy Institute And TIP?
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Hello All! Anyone Use The Sifter App? Thoughts? I Think It Is An Awesome App But I'm Hestitate Bc I Wonder How Accurate It Really Is.
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