How to Handle a Season of Food Allergies - KJCT8.com

DENVER, Colo. (KJCT)- With holidays around the corner, means maple-glazed hams and pies are in the oven. However do you know all of the ingredients in your favorite dishes, especially ones your family is bringing to the carry-in dinner?

For families of the six million children in the U.S. who have food allergies it is of upmost importance. B.J. Lanser, MD, director of the Pediatric Food Allergy Program at National Jewish Health in Denver says more children than ever have food allergies and in severe cases, just being around certain foods can create an extremely dangerous or even deadly situation

Dr. Lanser offers six tips to help avoid any holiday hazards you may encounter:
• No epinephrine, don’t eat – The most important tip is to never go anywhere without epinephrine. If you or your child forgets to carry an epinephrine injector, do not eat anything you didn’t bring or food with any unknown ingredients.
• Stock up on epinephrine - Dr. Lanser suggests keeping two doses of epinephrine on hand. During the holidays, parents should also check expiration dates on their epinephrine and stock up on a fresh supply, particularly if you are heading out of town for the holidays.
• RSVP, A.S.A.P. - If your child is invited to a party this holiday season, get in touch with the host or hostess early on to let them know about your child’s food restrictions. Even if your child doesn’t eat the food that’s being served, it’s important to let the host know that the mere presence of certain foods may be an issue.
• Pre-pack a similar snack - To make sure your child feels included, pre-pack a safe snack similar to those being served at the party.
• Play host - The safest way to control what’s on the menu is to host the party yourself. Be sure to include information on the party invitation, however, that there will be allergy restrictions that need to be observed.
• Keep all original packaging - Whether you’re hosting or attending a party with those who have food allergies, be sure all the original packaging in which foods were purchased is available.

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