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By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. FoodAllergyConsulting.com I have been asked to speak about the topic of being thoughtful about our words and actions when communicating in public many times over the past few months.  I usually use this quote during the presentations and I think it is worth sharing in light of what took place.. read more →

A child’s safety is not a joke. I usually don’t waste my time responding to inappropriate comments made by ignorant people regarding food allergies. I’d rather spend my time educating others and working for positive change.  However, this remark just could not and should not be ignored. It was made by a member of a.. read more →

I first met Kyle in my role as President of Food Allergy Education Network.  We had hired him to be the entertainment for our Dance-a-thon fundraiser.  I had heard some of his songs, but had never seen him in action. That May, he put on a show that had all the children singing and cheering.. read more →

I am already packed and ready to go!  I am really looking forward to being part of this awesome conference spearheaded by Jenny Schumach of Food Allergy Association of Wisconsin and sponsored by Food Allergy Research and Education.  It is a full day conference jam-packed with fabulous information and best of all, it’s FREE!  .. read more →

Next Friday night as I put our Teal Pumpkin outside on my front steps, I will say a silent prayer of thanks to a mom I have never met, in a state far from my own, who decided to share a simple but wonderful idea. What was her idea?   Place a teal pumpkin on.. read more →

By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. FoodAllergyConsulting.com It Yesterday, Food Allergy Research and Education released “Creating a Food Allergy Safety Zone At Home” and I jumped for joy but not for the reasons you would expect.  While I think this is a fantastic resource for the newly diagnosed, I believe it should be used to reach.. read more →

By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. (FoodAllergyConsulting.com) One of the most important (and often the most challenging) aspects of food allergy management is learning how to read a label for allergens.   In my role as a consultant, I’m often asked, “How do you read a label?”   I’m excited to finally be able to share with.. read more →

By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed.  FoodAllergyConsulting.com Last month our family took a little road trip to Williamstown, New Jersey so my daughter could attend Camp TAG.  Because most camps and extra-curricular providers are still not equipped to safely handle children with multiple food allergies there are few choices available once summer rolls around.  We were excited.. read more →

By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. Food Allergy Educator & Consultant FoodAllergyConsulting.com     One of the most important skills in managing food allergies is the ability to identify an allergic reaction.  Early identification is critical.  I am sharing this FREE poster with you in hopes that you will download it and use it.  The information.. read more →