Image of College of the Holy Cross, a participant in the FARE pilot program.  (Image from news.holycross.edu) Choosing the right college is an exciting and sometimes difficult prospect for any young adult.  For those managing food allergies, it can especially challenging.  Finding a college prepared and willing to accommodate food allergies can be just as.. read more →

Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. FoodAllergyConsulting.com This weekend, I was honored to be one of five speakers to present to a SOLD OUT audience in Saddle Brook, NJ hosted by the Asthma and Allergy Support Group of North Jersey.  It was wonderful to see friends old and new.   As promised, I am providing a list of.. 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 →

By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. The number of children with food allergies in the United States is now estimated to be 1 in 13.  This means there are approximately 2 children in every classroom with food allergies.   That number is especially alarming given that children with food allergies can be at risk for having a.. read more →

By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. The debate about food in classroom has heated up in multiple media outlets this week.  As a food allergy educator and consultant, I’d like to offer my perspective.   In my opinion, this issue is not up for public debate.   At the heart of the it, is the safety of children.. read more →

By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. Many schools and childcare centers are wrestling with this very question.  But the answer could be closer than one might expect.  Rules and expectations are a regular part of the school setting.  We just need to apply them to this specific concern. Here is an example. Many schools have programs.. read more →

By Gina Mennett Lee, M.Ed. Food Allergy Educator and Consultant     I have been reading and analyzing everything food allergy related for the past 8 years.  From my perspective of both a food allergy advocate and a former teacher, here are the resource that I have found to be most helpful.  All of these.. read more →