by Christine Denton, MD | Sep 12, 2022 | Allergies, Child & Family Health, Regain Health, Stay Well
It’s important to distinguish between celiac disease and gluten intolerance in gluten-related conditions, scientifically known as non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS). While both may share some common symptoms, they are distinct conditions with varying...
by Christine Denton, MD | May 18, 2022 | Allergies, Child & Family Health, Regain Health, Stay Well
What if you couldn’t eat bread? Or pasta? Or cookies? What if you couldn’t eat anything containing wheat, rye, and barley because of a protein found in these grains? Millions of Americans — including children — get gas, diarrhea, and other symptoms whenever they eat...
by erlangerhealth | Dec 12, 2018 | Allergies, Child & Family Health, Stay Well
If your child has had food allergies for a while, you’re familiar with the challenges of keeping him or her away from potential exposure. But the holiday season can prove especially challenging. Between family gatherings and classroom parties, your child likely will...
by erlangerhealth | May 24, 2016 | Allergies, Child & Family Health, Stay Well
This month is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. How much do you know about these two conditions common among kids? The American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology estimates that more than 7 million kids have asthma, while 8.4 percent of all...
by erlangerhealth | May 10, 2016 | Allergies, Child & Family Health, Stay Well
When it comes to food allergies, 90 percent of all allergic reactions are caused by eight foods. And as it turns out, all eight of those foods are prominent fixtures in southern cuisine. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI),...
