On this episode of Food Allergy Talk, I welcome Debbie Nichols and Candice Matthis of Two Alpha Gals. Debbie and Candice both live in southwest Virginia and were diagnosed with alpha-gal syndrome a few months apart in 2019. After several scary and frustrating incidents, they set out to raise awareness and help others navigate this complicated and under-diagnosed condition.  In addition to Alpha Gal Syndrome, both Debbie and Candice have other food allergies.  Today we will get to know the duo known as the Two Alpha Gals, chat about autoimmune disorders, food allergies, and all things ..read more

On this episode of Food Allergy Talk, I welcome Michael Suhy of the Allison Rose Foundation. Michael is Co-Founder of the Allison Rose Foundation and also the Fire Chief at Cuyahoga Heights Fire Department in Ohio. He’s a food allergy advocate, paramedic, and has had a loved one with food allergies.  Today we will speak with Michael about his experience both raising and losing a child with food allergies, how the silver lining has been educating those with and without food allergies, and his desire to advocate for more stock epinephrine as well as increased education and training.  ..read more

In this episode of The Food Allergy Talk Podcast, Lisa Horne interviews Dr. Niha Qamar, also known as Dr. Q.  Dr. Q grew up in Queens New York, and moved back to her home state after training at UC Davis in California. She grew up with allergic rhinitis, which led to her fascination with allergies early on in med school. She recently co-authored a book with a colleague, on unusual allergies one can have including gluten, water, kissing, and exercise induced allergy. It’s called, “What? I Could Be Allergic to That?! It’s a short, funny but educational book. You can find her book on Kindle ..read more

On the first episode of The Food Allergy Talk Podcast, Lisa Horne interviews her son, Stetson, a 14-year-old teen with food allergies. Stetson is anaphylactic to peanuts and shellfish. While is has been allergic since he was a toddler, Stetson is much more than his food allergy. He is a video gamer, plays both piano and guitar, plays golf, and has recently taken up archery. There may be some things that Stetson cannot eat, but he hasn't let his food allergies top him from living and enjoying life.  Listen to hear about his experience with reactions, handling allergies away from parents ..read more

I’m Lisa Horne of Food Allergy P.I., host of the Food Allergy Talk podcast. I’m a holistic nutritionist, cookbook author, food allergy community advocate and blogger. I am married with 5 children ages 4, 6, 9, 11 and 14. We live on a small ranch in southeastern Arizona, where I homeschool all 5 of our children.  I got involved in the food allergy community through support outreach and fundraising in 2009, following my oldest child’s first anaphylactic reaction. Later in 2012 I initiated legislation to allow for stock epinephrine to be available for all students in Arizona schools. Later i ..read more

On this episode of Food Allergy Talk, I welcome Michael Suhy of the Allison Rose Foundation. Michael is Co-Founder of the Allison Rose Foundation and also the Fire Chief at Cuyahoga Heights Fire Department in Ohio. He’s a food allergy advocate, paramedic, and has had a loved one with food allergies.  Today we will speak with Michael about his experience both raising and losing a child with food allergies, how the silver lining has been educating those with and without food allergies, and his desire to advocate for more stock epinephrine as well as increased education and training.  ..read more

On this episode of Food Allergy Talk, I welcome food allergy mom and advocate for people with food allergies – especially when it comes to kids – Natalie Rice who is well known on social media as the Food Allergy Detection Dog Handler for Detective Harley! Natalie can often be seen alongside Harley as she sniffs out the mysteries of food allergies, and they educate, empower, and encourage empathy for people with food allergies.  Today we are going to chat with Natalie about her personal connection to food allergies, what led to her becoming the handler of a food allergy detection dog, her ..read more

On this episode of Food Allergy Talk, I welcome Dr. Omar Waqar. Dr. Waqar is a board certified allergist that practices right in New York City. He is a self-proclaimed foodie that  appreciates the fact that our culture revolves around food, and he wants his patients to feel comfortable knowing what they are allergic to and not feel ostrasized for having allergies. He wants them to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction and know what to do – which puts them in control. He did a fellowship in Allergy and Immunology at Mount Sinai with leaders in food allergy sic ..read more

On this episode of Food Allergy Talk, I have several updates for you! The Food Allergy Talk Podcast is in it’s second season and over 30 episodes talking about all things allergies! Guests that include parents, business owners, entrepreneurs, cooks and recipe creators, children, teens, young adults, care givers, authors and of course allergists.  Today I’m going to share with you a little about what I’ve been up to, updates on our family food allergy journey, and some exciting things about big steps for our oldest as he explores food allergies and the teenage years.   References men ..read more

On this episode of Food Allergy Talk, I welcome Lindsay Stippich, well-known and loved on social media as Allergy Friendly Mama. Lindsay is a food allergy mama that loves to help other moms on similar journeys.  Her daughter Emma is allergic to peanuts, dairy and tree nuts. Emma was diagnosed when she was just a baby. They found out as soon as they started feeding her solids.  If you happen upon Lindsay’s social media or website you will find an authentic, down to earth and fun side to food allergies in a relatable way talking about the good, the bad and the ugly. She also shares t ..read more