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Food Allergies: The Ultimate Teen Guide (It Happened to Me)

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It has been estimated that between 5 and 10 percent of the world’s population suffers from food allergies, and the consensus among medical professionals is that these numbers are still growing. Out of every classroom in The usa, there are at least two teens who have food allergies, and every three minutes someone is taken to the emergency room on account of an allergic reaction. From school cafeterias to movie theaters to sporting arenas—not to mention restaurants—teens encounter countless allergens. Despite the fact that parents and health professionals are on the alert for food allergies, teens themselves will have to take the steps needed to make sure their health and well-being. But among the books about food allergies are aimed at adults and don’t consider the perils that face teens every day.

In Food Allergies: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Jessica Reino offers helpful and practical information that will aid teens in managing their sensitivities. The book looks at quite a lot of food allergies, from the most common—milk, peanuts, and gluten—to rarer ones that are no less a threat. The book also features input from food allergy experts and interviews with teenagers who share not only the difficulties they face but also the strategies they will have to employ to stay vigilant. Chapters in this book cover such topics as

  • self-advocacy
  • negotiating meals with family members
  • the importance of reading labels
  • the pitfalls of dining out
  • eating well even with dietary restrictions


Over the last several decades, the world has seen an increase in food sensitivity. This book addresses the cause of allergies, delving into the catalysts that provoke physical reactions; but more importantly, it stresses what teens can do to prevent such incidents. With a chapter that contains a couple of allergy-friendly recipes, Food Allergies: The Ultimate Teen Guide is an invaluable resource for young adults, their friends, and their families.

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