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Hi, I'm Abigail Barnes. Follow our blog to read about research, updates, and more. Allergy Amulet believes food should be a source of fuel, not fear. That's why we developed the world's smallest & fastest consumer food allergen sensor. so individuals like me can feel safer when eating out.
Allergy Amulet Blog
1w ago
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, so too are the red- and pink-hued candies, chocolates, and frosted baked goods typical of the holiday of L-O-V-E. Though tastefully delicious, did you know the food dyes in these sweet treats may be physically and emotionally affecting your health?
Today, we’re shining a light on the topic of color additive allergies and intolerances as they affect an estimated one to two percent of children and about one percent of adults (that’s almost three million adults!) in America.
Color Additives? Tell Me More…
Color additives are any sub ..read more
Allergy Amulet Blog
1M ago
“Just don’t eat beef,” the nurse said confidently on the phone after delivering my positive alpha-gal diagnosis. Was this the only recommendation or plan I’d be given? What else did I need to know?
Fast forward five years, and I now know alpha-gal syndrome is far more complicated than simply avoiding beef. But not to worry, I’m here to share the knowledge I’ve gained, and the strides we’re making to ensure life with alpha-gal is easier for all.
What is Alpha-gal Syndrome?
Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a tick-induced food allergy to galactose-ɑ-1,3-galactose, a sugar commonly known ..read more
Allergy Amulet Blog
2M ago
There’s something about baking that brings joy and deliciousness to all. But when you have food allergies, there’s one problem with all those cookies, cakes, tarts, and sweets: they rely heavily on many top nine allergens—namely eggs, wheat/gluten, milk/dairy, peanuts, and tree nuts.
However, having a food allergy or throwing a festive dinner party while hosting a guest with a food allergy doesn’t mean giving up on everyone’s favorite course: DESSERT. We’ve crafted an easy, all-in-one guide for substituting common baking ingredients with allergen-friendly options everyone can safely enjoy.
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Allergy Amulet Blog
2M ago
Over the past few months, Amulet has grown its roster of trailblazing women on our leadership team. In August, Amulet announced the addition of two distinguished individuals—Darcey Nett, Principal at HealthX Ventures, and Lisa Strovink, Managing Partner at AllerFund—to its Board of Directors. But there’s always room for more.
This month, Dr. Katie Brenner, health tech entrepreneur, will also join our Board of Directors. Katie co-founded and led the Madison-based healthcare startup bluDiagnostics as CEO from 2015 to its acquisition by Amazon in 2020. bluDiagnostics pioneered sensor technology t ..read more
Allergy Amulet Blog
2M ago
Have you ever noticed how everyone seems to catch a cold when autumn rolls around? There’s a fascinating reason for that according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). So, brew a hot cup of your favorite tea, cozy up under a blanket, and let’s dive into ancient wisdom that’s surprisingly resonant for our busy, modern lives!
What is TCM?
Traditional Chinese Medicine is an ancient holistic healthcare system with roots tracing back thousands of years. At the heart of TCM is the belief that true harmony comes from balancing the mind, body, and spirit. By understanding the intricat ..read more
Allergy Amulet Blog
3M ago
To date, peanut allergy continues to be one of the most common food allergies among American children. It’s also one of the most common triggers of food-related anaphylaxis.
In 2018, a team at Northwestern University led by Dr. Ruchi Gupta released a study stating approximately 1.6 million American children have a peanut allergy. Shortly after, this same team released another study looking at food allergy prevalence among American adults. They found peanut allergy affects 4.5 million adults.
HOW ARE PEANUTS AND TREE NUTS DIFFERENT?
Even though “nut” is part of i ..read more
Allergy Amulet Blog
4M ago
Halloween is a fun and festive time of year, especially for kids. And while trick-or-treating can be a fall highlight, it can also be stressful for families of kids who have food allergies. But worry not! There are things you can do as the caregiver of an allergy kid to optimize their safety and experience, as well as ways to be an allergy-friendly ally and neighbor on Halloween.
Let’s dive into how to make this spooky time of year safe and inclusive for all!
5 Tips for Trick-or-Treating with Food Allergies
From coming prepared with safe snacks to setting a few rules upfront, yo ..read more
Allergy Amulet Blog
5M ago
I love a good lunch, but any time of day that includes food is happiness for me. That’s why I’m a chef! ?? Even before I became a chef, food was my love language. My name is Chef Martha Morgan (aka Allergy Dragon), and as a food allergy warrior (I have multiple food allergies and celiac disease) and food allergy mom, I know the struggle is real.
The struggle is real for many reasons: cross-contact fears, experiencing school staff with a lack of training, and extreme anxiety. My youngest child—now 21 years old—never ate lunch from the school cafeteria. After managing their ever ..read more
Allergy Amulet Blog
5M ago
If you follow health and wellness trends, you’ve likely heard of the elimination diet. Unlike most diet trends in today’s culture, the objective is not weight loss, but rather a way to better understand how our body responds to different foods. Today, our friend Dr. Leigh Wagner, an integrative and functional medicine dietitian, will break down everything you need to know about the elimination diet—including what it entails and who may benefit. Let’s dig in!
What is an elimination diet and why is it used?
An elimination diet aims to identify whether any foods are causing or cont ..read more
Allergy Amulet Blog
6M ago
A food allergy diagnosis can be overwhelming—especially if food allergies are new to you. At least, that’s how I felt 10 years ago.
Back in 2014, my daughter was diagnosed with life-threatening peanut and tree nut allergies after an unexpected allergic reaction. That was followed by a second reaction a couple of weeks later that sent her to the hospital. My head was spinning those first few weeks trying to “school” myself on how to manage food allergies and what I needed to ask my allergist in the precious few minutes we had together during those first appointments. Because here ..read more