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| April 11, 2008
Sponsor | National Volunteer Week is coming up later this month. During April I'd like to let our subscribers and members know about the special work and dedication so many of our volunteers have for KFA. In this issue, we have a new Celebrating Passover with Food Allergies booklet you can download. The Passover booklet has a special dedication on the back of it from Yael Weinstein, our Education Materials Coordinator. |
"This booklet is in honor of my son so that he can participate in Judaism even though he cannot eat."
Yael's professional background is in Jewish Studies, and her son has eosinophilic disease and is currently on amino acid based formula only. She wanted to create ways for him and other children with food restrictions to be able to participate in Passover traditions in a meaningful way. The booklet, a labor of love, is the result of her efforts.
This is just one example of the gifts of time and talent our volunteers share with all of us so that other families can benefit. Thanks, Yael, and to our Jewish volunteers who helped in editing the booklet.
Lynda Mitchell
President
Announcements
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The American Academy of Pediatrics issued a revised feeding policy in January for babies at risk for developing food allergy that includes updated recommendations for allergenic food consumption for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. KFA's Medical Advisory Team helped us develop this article to assist families in learning what's changed, and what the new policy does - and does not- address.
A 24 page booklet to help you in finding safe and meaningful ways to take part in the Seder when you are managing food allergies. This booklet includes nut-free, egg-free and wheat-free recipes, resources, activities and safe ways to celebrate the Seder when a child is on a limited or no foods diet.
[Download Booklet](requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)
There are certain hard-to-find items - especially products made without soy or corn - that are specially made for consumption during Passover. For some families managing restricted diets, Kosher for Passover foods can offer options not available otherwise.
Lynda Mitchell, Founder and President of Kids With Food Allergies, answers questions about food allergies, symptoms of anaphylaxis, and more on NPR's "The Health Show."
News
The two professional allergists' associations in the United States have issued a joint statement to address the concerns about reports of suicide with the use of Singulair, an asthma and allergy medication.
This study found that gradually increasing oral exposure to peanut proteins reduced allergic reactions to peanut challenge in in a small sample of moderately allergic children. A future study with a larger number of patients will need to be done to confirm the findings.
This study found that gradually increasing oral exposure to milk proteins reduced allergic reactions to milk in in a small sample of moderately allergic children. This study is currently ongoing at Johns Hopkins University.
April 18, 2008 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Presentation by Cynthia Baranoski, MS, RD, LDN (dietitian) covering nutritional deficiencies, the challenge of achieving a balanced diet, and how elemental formulas fit into the nutritional equation. Sponsored by Nutricia North America (no charge).
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Just found out Peanut allergy...terrified
"I just found out that my 2.5 year old son has a severe peanut allergy and suspected tree nut. During the test, the peanut reaction was HUGE and the nurse said it was the biggest she's seen. I am now in a state of panic."
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"Just wondering how those of you with a home that has allergic and non-allergic members - do you all keep the house allergen-free or just use careful practices?"
One mom asks for opinions about whether it's best to completely eliminate allergenic foods from one's home, or just be extra careful.
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Food Allergy Recalls
The following foods were recently recalled. Check our Web site for complete details:
U.S. allergy recalls
- Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. chocolate-covered almonds (undeclared peanuts) and chocolate double-dipped peanuts (undeclared almonds)
- North Aire Market chicken dumpling soup mix (undeclared almonds)
- United Dairy Farmers, Inc. Homemade Brand special recipe wild berry parfait ice cream (undeclared egg)
- Inter-American Products, Inc., a division of The Kroger Co., Private Selection light churned mint chocolate chip ice cream (undeclared egg, soy and wheat)
- Harry and David chocolate covered select blend espresso beans (undeclared dairy)
- Mrs. Baird's Bakeries 4-inch buns (undeclared milk)
- Bay Valley Foods America's Choice® classic caesar dressing (incorrect label resulting in undeclared fish, soy, and wheat)
Canadian allergy recalls
- Tend-R Cookin' Chicken products (undeclared egg and milk)
- High Liner haddock breaded fillets (undeclared soy)
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