Category Archives: Food

Fact Or Fear – How Do You Teach Your Kids About Allergies?

When it comes to making sure our kids stay away from the foods, allergens, and situations that trigger eczema or allergies, they are often our best line of defense. A child who knows what they need to avoid and understands why is often the same child who avoids serious issues with their sensitivities, but what’s […]

5 Foods That Help Heal Eczema

Did you know that a variety of foods have natural anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, and soothing properties that can help your child’s body keep eczema flare ups away or heal the ones that have already started? Healing through food is a wonderful way to get gentle yet effective nutrients to the body that can help support it […]

Goldfish Bandit: Not mayhem, but mischief

For a parent of a child with food allergies, the last thing we want to hear is our child eating a food that aggregates eczema. I’m one of those parents that makes a list of what she cannot eat, explains why she cannot eat it, show how the foods look, and why she needs to […]

Food Allergies Just Got Fun!

The BugaBees

I am so thrilled about the release of the new app ‘The Bugabees’. This delightful game helps kids learn in a fun and colorful what foods they should avoid due to allergies. While kids learn about what to avoid, they are also being shown healthy, non-allergic alternatives that help them feel empowered so that they […]

Teaching Kids To Screen Foods

Most parents who have children with allergies are used to monitoring the foods their child eats and setting boundaries so that their child doesn’t get anything they shouldn’t – but what happens when parents can’t be around all the time? Many parents find that they take such excellent care of their child’s special needs that […]

Allergy Free Breakfast

Experts agree that breakfast is the most important meal of the day for kids and adults alike, but what do you do when your child is sensitive or even allergic to many of the common grain, nut, and dairy based breakfast items? The good news is that there are many healthy, simple, tasty things you […]

Soy Milk Alternatives

soy milk alternatives

Many families work hard to avoid dairy milk due to sensitivities, allergies, inflammatory issues, or a dislike of the taste or texture. We are so fortunate because the market right now provides us with  many alternatives that seem to be healthier. Soy milk is one of the most popular cow’s milk alternatives, but what can […]

Foods That Heal

One of the simplest ways to help keep inflammation, infection, food sensitivity, and mood swings at bay is to add healing herbs and spices to your family’s diet. This is a great option because most recipes already call for some variety of herbs and spices, and it’s simple to add more once you know the […]

Preservative Allergies

In the modern day we are lucky because so many foods can be stored and kept for a long time. Advancements in preservatives and storing methods make it easy for us to enjoy perishable foods with a longer shelf life than they normally have – saving us money in the long run! The issue is […]

Take it Away – A 3 Part Series on Elimination Diet (Part 1)

Many of you may have heard of the  Elimination Diet before, especially if you, your child, or someone you know suffers from allergies or food sensitivities. The Elimination Diet is an effective and low-cost tool that you can use to determine which foods, if any, are contributing to your symptoms.  For twelve days you eliminate […]

What’s an elimination diet really like?

Elimination diets are hard. This is why most people don’t bother with them. Deep down they know they don’t feel as well as they should and they likely question food as the culprit, but they get too overwhelmed by the thought of such an extreme diet and the idea just washes away. That’s how I […]

The Most Common Food Allergies

If you’re a parent with an allergic child, or if you’re exploring an elimination diet to help single out the foods that may be causing allergic reactions, you may be wondering which foods to look at first. For most people, there are specific foods that trigger an allergic response. Once these foods are identified, they […]

MSG Allergies In Children

Chances are you’ve heard of adults with MSG allergies or sensitivities, but did you know that up to 2% of children deal with MSG allergies – and in many cases these sensitivities go completely without diagnosis? MSG is a flavor enhancer that is used in all kinds of cuisine and prepared foods. Some forms of MSG are extracted from […]

The Anti-Inflammatory Solution

When it comes to allergies, eczema, or many irritating skin conditions, a body in a state of inflammation can make everything worse. Inflammation happens when the body reacts to something it feels threatened by. When we cut ourselves  the area becomes inflamed as fresh blood and various parts of our immune system rush to the area, seal it […]

Natural Options For Allergy Relief

Recently, Everyday Health posted an amazing article showing some of the most gentle and effective natural therapies for allergy relief. One of the reasons why we loved this article is that they took time to explain how natural allergy solutions can help a person bypass the frustrating side effects that can come from conventional allergy […]

Leaky Gut & Eczema

If you’ve got eczema in your life, you’re probably well aware that a variety of allergies and sensitivities can aggravate or even cause eczema outbreaks and irritations. Because of the connection to diet, sensitivities, and food allergies, many nutrition specialists and eczema researchers have been looking at leaky gut syndrome to see if there’s a […]

Elimination Diet 101 + Top 8 Allergens

Have you ever felt that you may have a food allergy, but aren’t sure how to figure out which foods cause you problems? There’s something empowering that comes from knowing which foods are problematic to your individual system because you can avoid them and prevent yourself from getting sick or feeling the effects of an […]

Got questions? Get answers from a leading Dermatologist!

Any questions about eczema or itchy skin? You may have read about Jennifer’s success with Cln BodyWash for her son with severe eczema. We’ve talked to the doctors behind CLn BodyWash and one of the founders is Dr. Cockerell, an internationally renowned Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist. He has offered our readers a chance to have your questions […]

Alternatives To An Allergy-Free Halloween

If you’re excited about celebrating Halloween this year but aren’t excited about all the sugar, gluten, and other allergens, we have some great resources for you! This year you can treat your family, provide for classroom festivities, and even spoil your trick-or-treaters with goodies that taste great and won’t challenge your guests’ health. Here are […]

Celebrating A Gluten Free Halloween

It’s that time of year again when treats and tricks abound! If you have a child with allergies, you may be wondering how to let them celebrate the season without putting their health at risk. The good news is that there are more candy and treat options on the market right now than ever before that cater […]