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The rise in food allergies: Patients battle to find the right things to eat - KTLA5
For those that have severe food allergies, the world can be a minefield.
“It really impacts every aspect of your life. Every quality of your life,” said Emily Brown who’s two young daughters are each affected by food allergies.
Millions of Americans have to swear off shellfish, peanuts, eggs or gluten to avoid allergic reactions that can range from stomach cramps to life-threatening swelling of airways.
“That fear of accidental exposure is certainly always there. In particularly when your kids are not in your care,” Brown said.
For those that have severe food allergies, the world can be a minefield.
“It really impacts every aspect of your life. Every quality of your life,” said Emily Brown who’s two young daughters are each affected by food allergies.
Millions of Americans have to swear off shellfish, peanuts, eggs or gluten to avoid allergic reactions that can range from stomach cramps to life-threatening swelling of airways.
“That fear of accidental exposure is certainly always there. In particularly when your kids are not in your care,” Brown said.