How to Navigate Food Allergies, According to Registered Dietitian Katie Ferraro
To commemorate National Food Allergy Awareness Week (May 13 19), SunButter , the maker of premium allergy-friendly sunflower butters, joins forces with registered dietitian Katie Ferraro to identify five essential tips for navigating food allergies:
- To commemorate National Food Allergy Awareness Week (May 13 19), SunButter , the maker of premium allergy-friendly sunflower butters, joins forces with registered dietitian Katie Ferraro to identify five essential tips for navigating food allergies:
Get a medical diagnosisAvoid self-diagnosing food allergies as it may lead to unnecessary restrictions. - Consult with a registered dietitianOnce you have a food allergy diagnosis, a dietitian can help craft a well-balanced meal plan consisting of foods you and your family can eat.
- Find a food allergy support group or online community, like the Food Equality Initiative , Kids With Food Allergies , Food Allergy Research & Education and Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team , to share ideas and experiences with.
- "My most valuable recommendation for families with food allergies is to approach the diagnosis of a new food allergy as an opportunity to try new foods," says Katie Ferraro, MPH, RDN, CDE.