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Posted by: David Stukus, MD on Oct 20, 2025

Reading labels can be tricky and ingredient lists can change suddenly without warning. It is recommended that people with food allergies read all labels prior to eating products, including those they have safely eaten before.

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Food Sensitivity Tests: The Pitfalls of Home Testing Kits

At-home tests are being marketed as a convenient way to determine food sensitivity. Read what our allergy expert has to say about what these tests can and can't do.
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Food Allergies: How to Safely Navigate Outings

Holiday meals can be stressful for families managing food allergies. These simple tips will help you plan ahead, prevent reactions, and enjoy the season safely.

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6 Tips for Trick-or-Treating with Food Allergies

Oct 25, 2024

Any food centered event can introduce challenges for families and children with food allergies. Trick or treating and Halloween celebrations, in particular, present opportunities for increased exposure to food allergens, which can be present in candy and other treats.  Read More

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The Poison Plants of Summer: Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac

Jul 18, 2024

Summer is in full swing. You know the signs. Dad fires up the grill, mom finds her green thumb, your kids fetch their ball in the weeds…and the whole family comes down with an itchy rash. That’s right, the poison plants are back. Read More

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EpiPens: What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know

Jul 17, 2024

Emergency epinephrine is THE treatment you need for anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a potentially severe life-threatening allergic reaction. Epinephrine reverses the reaction and can save a life. Read More

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Honey and Allergies: Don’t Fall for the Marketing!

Jun 13, 2024

Honey is often touted as a treatment for seasonal allergies (especially if it’s local or organic). While honey does taste delicious, unfortunately it is not a proven treatment for allergies. Read More

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Food Allergies and Anxiety

Apr 30, 2024

Families with food allergies often must consider safety, since food is such a big part of our society. Because of this, children and their parents might experience anxiety, especially in places such as school, birthday parties, restaurants, sleepovers, and when traveling. Read More

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Treating Your Child's Dry Skin This Winter

Feb 09, 2024

Although these techniques work year-round, they are especially important during the winter months (especially since we can’t get away to warmer weather year-round). Read More

How to Outsmart a Yellow Jacket

Aug 30, 2023

Whether you are allergic or not, it is best to avoid being stung, and the best way to keep from getting stung is to outsmart them. Here are the top 5 ways to do just that. Read More

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Hives 101

Jul 01, 2021

Hives – red bumps that can quickly overtake the entire skin – are extremely itchy and uncomfortable and can be alarming. However, most hives are not actually caused by an allergic reaction. Read More