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June 8, 2009
 We've had a few parents write to us about not being able to afford the cost of a Family Membership. We know the economy is affecting many families and stretching finances to the limit.
We do offer fee waivers through our Sponsored Family Membership program.
Applying is easy - first, make sure you are registered with a KFA username (free), then fill out this form, and we will process your request promptly.
We're very thankful for the generosity of our donors who enable us to provide these memberships to those who can't afford them. This is a great example of our community working together to connect and support families everywhere. If you'd like to support our Sponsored Family Membership program, donations are always welcome.
Many thanks,
Lynda Mitchell —
KFA President
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.
Fundraising and Donations for KFA
Peanut Free Baseball Games with the Camden Riversharks
Great news! The Camden, NJ Riversharks have reserved a peanut-free 25-seat section for the entire season for fans with peanut allergies and their friends and family. Order as many tickets as you'd like. The entire section will be peanut-free — regardless of how many tickets you purchase. Plus, on three dates this season, the Riversharks will donate $5 of any online ticket purchase to Kids With Food Allergies!
Eczema's Link to Asthma Uncovered
Scientists believe they have found what triggers many children with eczema to go on to develop asthma.
Study Finds Peanut Allergic Children Can React to Lupine-Enriched Pasta
Lupine is a legume that cross-reacts with peanut at a high rate and should be avoided by peanut allergic patients. It does not fall under the labeling requirements of FALCPA. Lupine (lupinus albus) can be found in seed or flour form. This is yet another study that shows those with peanut allergy need to read labels for lupine ingredients.
Pebble Beach Girl Copes with Rare Disorder
Article interviewing a California teen and her family showing the health impact as well as the psychosocial and family impact of living with eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorder (EGID).
A Message from our Sponsor
Click on the image above to visit the Web site of this month's newsletter sponsor.
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.
Are there any soy milks or rice milks not produced on shared lines with dairy?
"Does such a product exist?"
Parents discuss the limited options for alternative milk beverages that are made on dedicated dairy-free equipment.
Anyone with food allergies use a food bank?
"We were also given bread that contains milk, mac and cheese, yogurt...noodles that contain eggs. And yes I should be grateful, but we can't use it. I almost want to take it back so they can give it to someone else.
So now what do I do? We are broke and have terrible food allergies, so what can we do?"
Parents share their recommendations for accessing low-cost or donated foods.
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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Surf Sweets
Surf Sweets are great tasting natural and organic gummy candies and jelly beans. Made with organic sweeteners and Vitamin C, our products are free of corn syrup, artificial dyes and are produced in a facility free of the ten most common allergens. Check out our website www.surfsweets.com for details about our World Ocean Day Artwork Contest for kids 5-13.
Ian's Natural Foods
Ian's Natural Foods specializes in a variety of all natural allergen free foods for kids including chicken nuggets, pizza, cookies, and many more! For more delicious Ian's items visit your natural food or conventional market today! www.iansnaturalfoods.com
Sunbutter
SUNBUTTER® is made from sunflower seeds, contains NO peanuts or tree nuts and is produced in a peanut and tree nut free facility. We even test every batch for any traces of peanuts. SunButter is healthier than peanut butter with 1/3 less saturated fat and is high in vitamin E. Tastes great too!
Sweet Alexis
Sweet Alexis brings back simple pleasures. People with food allergies can safely and easily enjoy mouth-watering cookies and moist, delectable breads. Our foods are dairy-, egg- and nut-free.
Sweet Alexis: Keeping simple pleasure simple for people with food allergies. www.sweetalexis.com
Food Alerts! Have you checked the Allergy Recall Alerts section at KFA recently? The following foods were recently recalled:
U.S. Allergy Recalls
- Le Pain Quotidien: Noir Belgian Dark Chocolate Spread (undeclared milk)
Canadian Allergy Recalls
- No new alerts at this time.
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