food allergy in children

"Babies under a year old can have an allergy to milk that follows them into childhood. However, most kids don't have severe allergic reactions to milk products and many will eventually outgrow it. In this book, readers learn the signs of a milk allergy and what foods they should avoid if they are allergic to milk. Colorful, relatable photographs complement age-appropriate explanations and science information about an important subject readers will likely encounter in their own life or that of a friend"--.

"Peanut allergies are the most common food allergy to cause anaphylaxis in children. Right now, there is a blood test and a skin prick test to confirm a peanut allergy, but no cure, though some children grow out of it. The only way to stop a serious reaction from occurring is to stay away from peanuts altogether. Readers learn how serious peanut allergies may be as well as the symptoms one might have. Full-color photographs highlight how food packaging labels look and the possibility of peanuts on ingredients lists. The age-appropriate explanations and information may help readers understand a friend's struggle better, or even save a life!"--.

"Young children and babies are some of the most common people to show an allergy to wheat-and it's one of the most common allergies in children. The lucky ones outgrow it, but wheat allergies can cause some uncomfortable symptoms in the meantime. In this book, readers are introduced to what causes a wheat allergy, what an allergic reaction might look like, and how to handle that situation if it comes up. Readers also learn the difference between a wheat allergy and celiac disease. Full-color photographs augment the main content and show food labels wheat-allergic readers should look for"--.

"Eggs are in so many foods, particularly packaged foods like pasta, cookies, and crackers. This can make being a kid with an egg allergy particularly hard. But, with a little knowledge and preparation, it's possible to mostly avoid rashes, hives, or nausea that this allergy can cause. In this book, readers learn why people have an egg allergy and how to eat safely when living with it. Written in age-appropriate language, the main content offers helpful information and advice both for readers with allergies or for those trying to learn more"--.

"Millions of people in the United States are allergic to bee stings-and serious reactions can be life-threatening. Though this sounds scary, preparation can help! Readers of this volume learn what to do if they or a friend are stung by a bee and have a normal reaction, as well as what to look for if an allergic reaction is occurring. Age-appropriate content and language explain what happens when someone has an allergy. The text is accompanied by full-color photographs of normal and allergic reactions to bee stings, preparing readers further for any situation they may face"--Provided by publisher.

Meet Hudson! He likes music and skateboarding. He also has a food allergy. Hudson is real and so are his experiences. Learn about his life in this illustrated narrative nonfiction picture book for elementary students. Kids are naturally curious about differences. Hudson sheds light on his life, with the help of experienced children's author Mari Schuh. Hudson is not defined by his tree nut allergy, but he has to be very careful about what he eats. Let Hudson tell you a little about his life.Colorful, realistic illustrations and a dyslexicfriendly font promote accessibility. Includes tips for kids about eating with someone who has a food allergy.

Gabriela Rivera is a sixth-grader with a serious peanut allergy, lots of artistic talent, one friend at her school, and a total lack of self-confidence--but when she meets Daisy, the owner and baker at Daisy's Desserts, who makes allergy free treats, she finally starts to gain some confidence in her own considerable abilities.

"From pasta to packaged cookies, many products have eggs in it--which isn't great news for people with allergies to eggs! However, with a little knowledge and preparation, it's possible to rarely have the rashes, hives, or nausea that this allergy can cause. In this book, readers learn why people have an egg allergy and how to eat safely when living with it. Written in age-appropriate language, the main content offers helpful information and advice both for readers with allergies or for those trying to learn more"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information about food allergies, and explains what happens during an allergic reaction, why people have allergies, how the government works to ensure food safety, how allergies are diagnosed, and how to stay safe.

Introduces children and adults to milk allergies through a story about Cody, the allergic cow.