Archive for November, 2008

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Chocolate Chips RecallKroger is recalling Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips because they may contain milk protein that is not listed on the packaging label. They have the UPC Code 11110-86603 and a sell by date of May 30, 2010. If you happened to buy these, you can return them to Kroger for a full refund.
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More Kids Then Ever Have Food AllergiesEUR

Baby gas drops recalledTwo lots of the popular infant gas drops, Mylicon, were recalled by the manufacturer due to potential contamination with metal fragments. There are no details on the true health hazard–and there are no reported problems thus far. But, no one.

HIV Vaccine: Is it worth it?Q. I have been reading Toddler411 and have […]

Teaching Your Child About Money

Allergy-Safe Classroom Parties For KidsGina Clowes is the founder of AllergyMoms.com. We would like to thank her for guest blogging for us and sharing her family’s allergy story.
Note: This article was originally written for Health Central: My AllergyNetwork.com. To view the article there, click here.
Although there is a lot of attention on peanut-free tables and […]

This is How Schools Handle Food Allergies?

Fitness as a Means of Developing Youth AthletesThere are many factors that make up a quality athlete. Some factors are unchangeable genetic factors. Others require years of work on skills and knowledge of the sport.

This is How Schools Handle Food Allergies?I came across an enlightening article the other day from Reuters Health on food allergy […]

A Fresh Look At Schooling: The Role of Homework (Part 2 of 3)


The Recruiting Process: How to Protect and Help Your Athlete

The Recruiting Process: How to Protect and Help Your AthleteHighly visible sought-after recruits receive heavy attention from college coaches, the media, boosters, and others that can make the recruiting process very straining on the recruit, their family, and even the high school coach.

Toddlers who roam at night: Question of the DayQ. I have 2 year […]

Q and A of the Day: Are melamine plates safe?

What I Wish I Knew: Food Allergy Lessons I’ve LearnedGina Clowes is the founder of AllergyMoms.com. We would like to thank her for guest blogging for us and sharing her family’s allergy story.
Note: This article was originally written for Health Central: My AllergyNetwork.com. To view the article there, click here.
Since my son was diagnosed with […]

Getting Kids Back to Nature

Getting Kids Back to NatureToday’s children spend little or no time outside. Children’s physical activity specialist Rae Pica offers her advice on getting your kids outdoors.

Interesting Wall Street Journal ArticleA few days ago, I came across a great article in the Wall Street Journal Health blog. The blog, entitled, “Pushing Back When Insurers Deny Coverage […]

Where Do I Start? Tips for New Food Allergy Parents

Food Allergy Travel Tips: You Can Take It With YouHere is a great guest blog entry for all of your upcoming holiday travels! For more information on airline safety with food allergies, check out our previous blog entry on this topic.
Gina Clowes is the founder of AllergyMoms.com. We would like to thank her for guest […]

Q & A of the Day: What causes baby snot?

Halloween: Focus on the Fun, Not the FoodCostume? Check. Pumpkins? Check. Chocolate bar? Oh no! If your little one has food allergies, unfortunately, this is probably what you are thinking.
Holidays like this EUR with so much candy and goodies EUR can be tough for kids with food allergies (and tough for parents who want to […]