Diet Management for Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)In people with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), inflammation causes damage to the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. This damage is the result of an... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Improving Sleep With AllergiesI have always had trouble sleeping. From long bouts of insomnia to coughing from asthma to a stuffy nose that never clears thanks to year-round allergies. I try to practice... By Lorene Alba, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Complications of Crohn's Disease and Food AllergiesI was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease (CD) in 2011. I was 21 years old, and before the diagnosis, I was never sick a day in my life. I also never dealt with... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
More Than Allergies Can Challenge My Experiences With FoodSince food allergies and sensitivities limit my diet, I really delight in what I can eat. When something else spoils my experience with food, I can feel let down and... By Michelle Hernandez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Conspiring With Our Allergy DoctorYears ago, our young family of 5 was too crowded in our tiny house. We tried to make do until our elderly neighbors across the street decided to sell their... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Practicing Self-Care on a BudgetYou may have heard about the importance of self-care and examples of how you can practice it in your daily life. However, some self-care "treats" are more expensive than others... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Is Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Related to the Atopic March?Atopic march is the medical term used to describe the history and progression of allergic diseases throughout a person’s life. It is also called the allergic march. The atopic march... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Some Ways Allergies Impact My LifeAs far back as I can remember, I have suffered from allergies. Enduring year-round symptoms have become a part of my life. On my better days, I have a runny... By Lorene Alba, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Daughter’s Experience With an Allergy to HorsesI attended the annual American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI) conference in Louisville, Kentucky, this year. Usually, when I go to a conference, I only have time to... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Have a Latex Allergy? Don't Decorate With Poinsettias!If you have a latex allergy, you probably know to avoid latex gloves and balloons. But did you know that poinsettias may also cause an allergic reaction? That's right, those... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Allergies or IBS? I Need to Give Up Eating BreadBread is absolutely amazing. All the delicious things you can do with it are endless. It is really easy to make a quick snack like toast and Vegemite or a... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Is Your Doctor Prescribing Medicine You Don’t Want to Take?If there's 1 major lesson I have learned over the years working in public health, it is to listen to the people I am trying to help. I have long... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
'Tis the Season for Cedar FeverWhen people think about allergy season, spring and summer usually come to mind. It seems that's when people are the most sneezy and stuffy. However, fall and winter are also... By Lorene Alba, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Looking at the Positives of Food AllergiesDealing with food allergies is difficult and overwhelming. Figuring out food substitutes and diligently staying away from culprit foods can feel like a full-time job. Worrying about cross-contamination can feel daunting;... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Cold Urticaria: An Allergy to Cold ExposureCold urticaria is a rare allergy that affects the skin. With cold urticaria, the skin reacts after cold exposure. People with cold urticaria can have different reactions. Most people will... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Go-to Wheat-Free Snacks With Food AllergiesThe experience of living with food allergies is highly individualized. We are all allergic to different foods, and everyone tolerates and reacts to things differently. However, it is important to share... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Food Allergies: Can You Trust the Catering Staff?I was at another work conference this week, and as usual, I had to worry about what I could eat with my food allergies. My colleague had carefully planned every... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Finding a Job That Meets Your Health NeedsEditor’s Note: This article originally was written by Kerri MacKay and shared by our partner site Asthma.net. For people living with a chronic illness like allergies, it can be hard... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Enjoying Thanksgiving Dinner With Food AllergiesThanksgiving is around the corner, and for anyone dealing with food allergies, anxiety and stress can be on the rise. Why? Well, holiday get-togethers revolve around food typically, but Thanksgiving, in... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments