The Shame of Cheating With Food AllergiesIf your food allergy is not life-threatening, and you happen to enjoy the very food you are allergic to, it is inevitable that at times you may want to indulge...reactionscomments
Allergies, Trauma, and Our Relationship With OurselvesWe all have many relationships in life, some more significant than others. Yet we tend to forget about the one relationship that is most important – the one with ourselves...reactions1comment
How I Manage My Allergic Reactions to FoodI started dealing with food allergies back in 2011 when I was also diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. The onset of suddenly not being able to eat what I wanted when...reactions2comments
What Are These Little Itchy Blisters on My Fingers?Do you ever scroll through various social media platforms and strike gold? I follow a hospital on social media that posts photos and symptoms of a medical condition, and asks people...reactionscomments
The External World as a Mirror: Fear and AllergiesI've struggled with allergies and other health conditions my whole life, and it has definitely led me down some interesting roads, seeking answers and relief. The further along I get...reactionscomments
Therapists That Specialize in Food Allergies? Who Knew!How do you feel about food allergies? Sometimes I’m scared and nervous. Other times I’m frustrated and angry. And when I have anaphylaxis? Well, I’m straight up freaked out (and...reactionscomments
Fatigue, Allergies, and The Power of Self CompassionFatigue is not something I have necessarily always struggled with. However, through my teenage years, as I developed more allergies, more skin issues, and other chronic health changes, that quickly...reactionscomments
The Importance of Listing Ingredients with Food AllergiesAs many of you with food allergies probably struggle, many restaurants fail to clearly label allergens. If I’m lucky, I’ll find a restaurant menu that labels most of the bigger...reactions3comments
Experiencing Angioedema and AllergiesOur bodies seem to be full of fun surprises. When you think of all of the systems in the body, it's a miracle that things work as well as they...reactionscomments
Sesame: One of Nine Major Food AllergensSesame is the ninth most common food allergy in the United States. Experts estimate that more than 1 million children and adults in the US are living with a sesame...reactionscomments
Managing Anxieties that come with having Allergies"Developing allergies in my late 20’s brought on more anxiety. I became overly concerned about what I ate and drank. I was nervous about being exposed to allergens in buildings...reactionscomments
Preparing for the Good and Bad of Summer with AllergiesToday is the 2nd of June. Summer is here which is both a blessing and a curse. If you have ever seen one of those apocalyptic films where there is...reactionscomments
The Comfort in Finding Go To Restaurants with Food AllergiesOne of my favorite TV shows of all time is Cheers. Set in Boston, the city where I grew up, it had many memorable characters, and a great theme song...reactions4comments
What Triggers Allergic Asthma in the Summer?Different times of year can bring different challenges for people with allergic asthma. Also, different people will have different triggers for their allergic asthma. For people with more indoor allergies...reactionscomments
Following Neti Pot Directions and AllergiesSometimes I feel like I don’t need to follow the instructions when using things. I know, I know…..but reading them takes forever! Neti Pots are an exception. Neti pots come...reactionscomments
Environmental Allergies through the SeasonsEnvironmental allergies happen when your body overreacts to an allergen like mold, pollen, or dust mites. This can cause symptoms like itchy watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny or stuffy...reactionscomments
Awkward Moments with Food AllergiesHaving food allergies can be quite the journey. Not only are you constantly working nonstop making sure you don’t eat the foods you are allergic to but you are trying...reactionscomments
Staying Positive (About Food Allergies)As someone with blood cancer, I’m no stranger to the things that people say to me that can be “hurtful. When I’m feeling less charitable, I say they are “dumb”...reactionscomments
Simpler, Healthier Holiday Fare with Food AllergiesI do not regret the way I ate over the holidays. Guilt about too many calories and too much sugar does not plague me. Instead, I feel satisfied with the...reactionscomments
Reflecting on a Thanksgiving Dinner MishapFor about 28 years now, I’ve been living with food allergies. You’d think that by now I'd have a perfect grasp on how to navigate situations involving food, but I...reactionscomments
