Understanding food allergies is the first step in managing them effectively. Explore a variety of resources to keep your child safe during mealtimes.
- AAAAI Food Allergy Information & Overview: The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology provides comprehensive information on food allergies, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
- AllergyEats: AllergyEats is an allergy-friendly restaurant guide that helps you find restaurants that cater to individuals with food allergies, providing peace of mind when dining out.
- FAME (Food Allergy Management & Education) Program: Located at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, FAME offers specialized care, education and resources for children with food allergies and their families.
- Kids with Food Allergies: As a division of AAFA, Kids with Food Allergies (KFA) offers support, resources and a community for families dealing with food allergies.
- Guide to Parenting a Child with a Food Allergy: Kids with Food Allergies offers a comprehensive starter guide for parents, covering various aspects of parenting a child with a food allergy.
- MenuTrinfo: MenuTrinfo is a nutritional partner for food service businesses, offering expertise in nutrition, allergens and Gluten-Free Certification to ensure safe dining experiences.
- School Foodservice and Food Allergies: This resource provides guidance for schools and food service providers on how to safely manage food allergies in a school setting, ensuring the well-being of allergic students. Learn more from the School Nutrition Association.
- How to Use an EpiPen: This resource provides step-by-step instructions on how to properly use an EpiPen, a life-saving device used to treat severe allergic reactions.
- Food Allergy Action Plans: It is important to have an action plan in place in case of an allergic reaction. We recommend the FARE Food Allergy Action Plan and the AAAAI Anaphylaxis Emergency Action Plan.
Support
Gateway FEAST (Food Allergy, Eczema, & Asthma Support Team), is a volunteer-led support group serving St. Louis County, St. Louis City and the surrounding areas in Missouri. The group organizes guest speakers, events for adults and children and the exchange of information and strategies for managing food allergies, eczema and asthma.