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June 28, 2009
Living the Food Allergy Lifestyle
I stumbled upon KFA exactly five years ago, and I can still remember that day...though it feels as if it were a lifetime ago. The transition to the food allergy lifestyle can be bumpy, stressful, and sometimes just agonizing; but what made it easier for me was connecting with other parents on KFA. These parents, especially "Ol' Timers," as I refer to them fondly, have helped me with creative food ideas, tweaking recipes, adjusting to the new lifestyle, and other advice that can't be found anywhere else. 
Today, I consider myself honored to be among the "Ol' Timers." Recently, my family has successfully navigated a road trip and camping, hosted a graduation party and family reunion, sent our kids to a sleepover, and my children performed in a major dance production.
KFA is unique in that it combines the largest online community dedicated to those raising children with food allergies with resources, tools, and educational content reviewed by our Medical Advisory Team, so it is accurate and trustworthy. Without the transfer of knowledge from experienced parents to "newbie" parents, and without our educational component, our community wouldn't be complete. I encourage you to renew your membership when it expires —
for your own benefit as well as that of others following in your footsteps.
This issue of eNews is full of information to help you with adjusting to the food allergy lifestyle and managing your child's allergies, so they are happy, safe, and healthy. From music to books, summer recipes to airport security, there's something for everyone.
Warmly,
Melanie Carver, aka "melkorey"— eNews Editor
and POFAK "Ol' Timer"
Food Allergy Resources
Each month, KFA provides new or updated food allergy articles to educate families, caregivers, and the public about different topics regarding food allergies. Premium resources are available to KFA Family Members only.
Available to the public: The articles below are available to all Web site visitors.
NEW! 15 Steps to Managing Life with Food Allergies
 This is a must-have checklist for parents of children with food allergies! By adding these habits into your lifestyle, you can effectively manage food allergies. The checklist is divided into three categories:
- Ensuring your child's food is free of allergens
- Taking charge of your child's health care
- Empowering your child
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Allergy-Friendly Summer Recipes Featured on AAAAI
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The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology selected and featured several allergy-friendly recipes from KFA's Safe Eats™ on their Web site. Thank you Kathy Przywara, Lauri, rachelandtyke, and Laurie Carson for submitting great recipes to KFA! |
For more great summer recipes that are allergy-free, KFA Family Members can visit: Grillin' & Chillin Summer Recipes:
Fundraising and Donations for KFA
From left: Jennifer Wrubel, Dione Essinger, and Wes Stinson present a check to Kids With Food Allergies on June 26, 2009.
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Many thanks to Primrose School of Cumming East in Georgia for donating the proceeds from its annual Spring Fling to Kids With Food Allergies!
This donation is due to the huge effort on the part of Director Dione Essinger, staff, and parents, including KFA member Jennifer Wrubel, to make this a wonderful event while raising money for charity. 
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FDA: Updated Information on Singulair, Accolate, and Zyflo
"Neuropsychiatric events have been reported in some patients taking montelukast (Singulair), zafirlukast (Accolate), and zileuton (Zyflo and Zyflo CR). The FDA has requested that manufacturers include a precaution in the drug prescribing information (drug labeling).
Montelukast is used to treat asthma, the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose, itching of the nose), and to prevent exercise-induced asthma. Zafirlukast and zileuton are used to treat asthma.
The reported neuropsychiatric events include post-market cases of agitation, aggression, anxiousness, dream abnormalities and hallucinations, depression, insomnia, irritability, restlessness, suicidal thinking and behavior (including suicide), and tremor."
The FDA encourages patients to talk with their healthcare providers if these events occur.
Anaphylaxis in the Community: Learning from the Survivors
"The most important emergency treatment for anaphylaxis (a sudden serious allergic reaction) is an epinephrine injection. In most cases of death from anaphylaxis in the community, the epinephrine injection either has not been given at all, given too late or given in too low a dose."
AAAAI: The Truth About Pet Allergies
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology debunks pet allergy myths and offers tips on how to reduce your suffering if you own a pet and are allergic to it.
A Message from our Sponsor
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Sign up for a free Associate Membership to read the messages posted in our "Main" POFAK online support forum. Better yet, become a Family Member and join the discussion! Some of these topics may discuss foods. Remember to always verify the safety of any products mentioned on our forums to make sure they are truly safe for your child's unique food allergy issues.
Tips, Tricks and Experiences with Traveling and Airport Security
"Has anyone flown with frozen food and been allowed through security?"
Traveling soon? Don't miss these great ideas about how to pack safe foods for your allergic children when flying. Parents discuss the various options for keeping foods cold and what types of items are allowable by airport security.
Emotional Issues Surrounding Food Allergies
"My older daughter is very upset by the fact that her sister is non-allergic and it's breaking our hearts to see her hurt this way"
Helping our kids adjust to the "unfairness" of food allergies is one of our most important jobs as parents of food allergic kids. Parents share their advice on how to help your child adjust.
Disney's Special Agent Oso: "On Her Cousin's Special Salad"
Using children's entertainment can be a great starting point to educating kids about food allergies. Mark your calendars for the next broadcast of this food allergy-themed episode.
Visit KFA's Allergy Buyer's Guide to find foods and products that cater to the food allergic consumer. Please let our sponsors know that you found them through KFA!
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Food Alerts! Have you checked the Allergy Recall Alerts section at KFA recently? The following foods were recently recalled:
U.S. Allergy Recalls
- City Baking: Apple Crumb Cakes (undeclared walnuts)
- La Mexicana: Solena Tortilla Chips (undeclared milk)
- Knorr: Kosher Soup Mix - Chicken Vegetable Flavor with Pasta (undeclared egg)
- Smith's Dairy: Tea with Lemon in gallon size (undeclared milk)
- Kimball & Co.: Clam Chowder and Corn Chowder sold under several brand names (undeclared milk and wheat)
- Sigma Processed Meats: FUD Original Cooked Ham (undeclared MSG)
- Pilgrim's Pride: Buffalo Style Chicken Wings (undeclared milk, soy, and wheat)
- Indian Groceries & Spices: Nirav Golden Raisins (undeclared sulfites)
Canadian Allergy Recalls
- Zhongshan Kaxing Industry & Trade: Sweet Potato Slice (undeclared sulfites)
- Knorr: Kosher Soup Mix - Chicken Vegetable Flavor with Pasta (undeclared egg)
- La Chocolaterie des Pères Trappistes Mistassini: Blueberry Flavour Cream Chocolates (undeclared milk)
- Lotte and Crown brands: Biscuits from Korea (undeclared milk, nuts, egg)
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