Food Allergies
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Celiac Disease
Celiac disease happens when someone has a food intolerance to gluten. Here's how to manage symptoms and prevent damage to the intestines.
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Recipes for Kids With Celiac Disease
These recipes are especially for kids who need a gluten-free diet. Kids who need a gluten-free diet must avoid foods that contain gluten, which is a type of protein found in many foods.
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Fish Allergy
Fish allergy can cause a serious reaction. Find out how to keep kids safe.
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Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES)
Food protein induced enterocolitis syndrome, also called FPIES, is a type of delayed food allergy. Someone with FPIES must avoid the foods that might trigger a reaction.
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Peanut Allergy
If your child is allergic to nuts or peanuts, it's essential to learn what foods might contain them and how to avoid them.
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Red Meat Allergy
A red meat allergy is a food allergy that can happen after a tick bite when a person eats red meat or something made from mammals.
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Sesame Allergy
Sesame is one of the most common foods that can cause allergic reactions. Avoiding sesame means more than just not eating it. It also means not eating any foods that might contain sesame as ingredients.
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Shellfish Allergy
Shellfish allergy can cause serious reactions. Find out common symptoms of allergic reactions and how to respond.
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Soy Allergy
Soy is found in many foods and it's a common food allegy. Find out how to help kids with an allergy stay safe.
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Tree Nut Allergy
Sometimes people outgrow some food allergies over time, but tree nut allergies are lifelong in many people.
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Wheat Allergy
Wheat allergy can cause serious reactions. Find out how to help kids with an allergy stay safe.
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I'm Breastfeeding. How Can I Lower My Baby's Food Allergy Risk?
Find out what the experts have to say.
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What Is Skin Testing for Allergies?
A scratch or skin prick test is a common way doctors find out more about a person's allergies.
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What Should I Look for on Food Labels if My Child Has Food Allergies?
Food labels can help you spot allergens your child must avoid. Find out more.
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Celiac Disease Factsheet (for Schools)
What teachers should know about celiac disease, and how to help students with the digestive disorder succeed in school.
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Food Allergies Factsheet (for Schools)
What teachers should know about food allergies, and how to help students avoid or deal with allergic reactions.
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Lactose Intolerance Factsheet (for Schools)
What teachers should know about lactose intolerance and how to help students who have it.
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Blood Test: Allergen-Specific Immunoglobulin E (IgE)
This blood test can check for some kinds of allergies.
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Blood Test: Immunoglobulin E (IgE)
The immunoglobulin E (IgE) blood test is often done as part of an initial screen for allergies. High IgE levels also may indicate a parasitic infection.
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What Is Skin Testing for Allergies?
A scratch or skin prick test is a common way doctors find out more about a person's allergies.
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5 Ways to Prepare for an Allergy Emergency
Being prepared for an allergy emergency will help you, your child, and other caregivers respond in the event of a serious reaction.
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Serious Allergic Reactions (Anaphylaxis)
Kids with severe allergies can be at risk for a sudden, serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. The good news is that when treated properly, anaphylaxis can be managed.
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Dairy-Free Diet
A dairy-free diet is one that has no animal milk in it or any products made from milk.
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Lactose Intolerance
Many kids have lactose intolerance - trouble digesting lactose, the main sugar in milk and milk products - which can cause cramps, diarrhea, and gas.
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Recipes for Kids With Lactose Intolerance
These recipes are especially for kids with lactose intolerance. Kids with lactose intolerance often need to limit or avoid dairy products.
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Dairy-Free Diet
A dairy-free diet is one that has no animal milk in it or any products made from milk.
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Going to School With Food Allergies
With preparation and education, a child with a food allergy can stay safe at school.
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Sesame Allergy
Sesame is one of the most common foods that can cause allergic reactions. Avoiding sesame means more than just not eating it. It also means not eating any foods that might contain sesame as ingredients.
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What Should I Look for on Food Labels if My Child Has Food Allergies?
Food labels can help you spot allergens your child must avoid. Find out more.