Should epinephrine be available over-the-counter?
My answer may surprise you (but hopefully not!). I was invited to speak at a conference in December 2025 about […]
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Food Allergy Treatment and Management
What ChatGPT Thinks Parents Want to Know About OIT
Is AI (Artificial Intelligence) getting it right about AI (Allergy/Immunology)? I asked ChatGPT “What are the top three questions parents
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Food Allergy Planning for your next trip to Walt Disney World
Magically mitigate worries about food allergies Navigating food allergies is one thing when you’re home. But away on vacay? That’s
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When Food Allergy Prevention is Too Late
Another great interview with Tamara Hubbard I had the pleasure of talking again with my friend and colleague Tamara Hubbard,
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“May Contain Anxiety”
An interview with Tamara Hubbard about her new book on food allergy anxiety I had the pleasure of interviewing my friend and colleague Tamara Hubbard, MA, LCPC, about her upcoming book May Contain
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Dining Out Safely with Food Allergies
3 Keys to Staying Safe when Dining Out For parents managing their child’s food allergies, dining safely with food allergies can be stressful, especially when dining away from home… But it doesn’t have
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How Advances in Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) are Treating Food Allergies in Kids – Dr. Alice Hoyt and Dr. Tom Chacko
Dr. Alice Hoyt welcomes Dr. Tom Chacko, a board-certified allergist from Atlanta, to dive into the complexities of food allergies, […]
5 Plans All New Food Allergy Moms Must Have
Receiving a food allergy diagnosis for your child can feel like the world has suddenly shifted beneath your feet. What was once a simple trip to the grocery store now involves scrutinizing labels,
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Is Xolair really “superior” to OIT?
I recently attended the AAAAI 2025 conference, where I was invited to speak on the ages and stages of school-aged children with food allergies. The audience of the session was fantastic, and I
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A Deep Dive into Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) with Dr. Richard Wasserman
Oral immunotherapy (OIT) has revolutionized the way we manage food allergies in children. Dr. Richard Wasserman, a true pioneer in this groundbreaking treatment, recently joined me on the Food Allergy and Your Kiddo podcast to
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Are the kids from the LEAP Study still free from peanut allergies?
LEAP Trio Study: Can introducing peanut in infancy prevent peanut allergy in adolescence? And what if your baby already has a peanut allergy? I was excited to see the LEAP Trio study published.
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Product Review: Palforzia for Peanut Allergy
Palforzia is the food product approved by the FDA to treat peanut allergy. In this article, I review Palforzia and why it hasn’t taken off in popularity. As a board-certified allergist, I am
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Xolair for Food Allergy: Can it really prevent severe allergic reactions?
After two decades of treating asthma, Xolair is now FDA-approved to combat severe allergic reactions from food allergies. But what is Xolair? Xolair is an injected medication. It binds to allergic antibodies, thereby
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Anaphylaxis: What’s New
Unpacking the 2023 Anaphylaxis Practice Parameters with Dr. Dave Stukus: Expert Insights into Anaphylaxis Management The landscape of food allergy management is constantly evolving, and with each year, new research brings about changes
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OIT: All You Need to Know in <10 Minutes
Topic: Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) Take a deep dive into the world of oral immunotherapy with Dr. Alice Hoyt, a trusted board-certified allergist and mother, and Pam Lestage, a devoted mom navigating food allergies.
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Can SLIT induce remission in young kiddos with food allergies?
SLIT = Sublingual Immunotherapy. Can it safely and effectively treat food allergies? SLIT is the new kid on the block
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Food Allergies and Shared Decision-Making: What Parents Must Know
Shared Decision-Making? What’s that? Shared decision-making is the practice in which patients play active, central roles in making decisions about
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The Risks of SLIT and OIT in Food Allergy – What You Need to Know
Okay, let’s get to it. What are the risks of OIT and SLIT for kiddos with food allergies? In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with board-certified allergist and pediatrician,
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How to be a Food Allergy-Informed Parent
Do you ever wonder if you’re doing all the right things to be the best food allergy parent you can be? We hear ya! Now on the podcast, Dr. Hoyt and Pam dive
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Stock EpiPens for Schools… for FREE!
Are you a mom, dad, teacher, or school nurse who worries about being prepared for an allergy emergency? On top […]
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What to Expect at Your Kiddo’s Food Allergy Appointment
Do you know what to expect at a food allergy appointment? Learn about the three stages of most food allergy appointments so you can be informed and prepared!
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After the Reaction: How to Be Prepared for Your Food Allergy Appointment
After a food allergy reaction, that food allergy appointment can’t come soon enough. Here are strategies for navigating that time period to decrease anxiety!
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3 Top Food Allergy Podcast Episodes from Dr. Alice Hoyt in 2022
From OIT to FPIES to all types of food allergies, Dr. Alice Hoyt covered a lot in 2022! Is your favorite food allergy podcast episode on the list?
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Fun, Screen-Free Activities for Kiddos During Long Appointments
Doctors’ appointments can be long, especially allergy appointments. Skin testing, ingestion challenges, and oral immunotherapy (OIT) can take time, so Pam and Dr. Hoyt interviewed Dr. Betty Choi for her fun, screen-free strategies to keeping her kiddos entertained.
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Oral immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy – for your kiddo?
Like many parents of kiddos with food allergies, this disease may cause you much anxiety, and you’ve wished there was a way to help keep your kiddo safe. Oral immunotherapy (OIT) and sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) may be options, but who are good candidates for these treatments?
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Inside the Mind of a Food Allergist: Types of Food Allergies
Have you ever wondered what a food allergist is thinking when he or she is asking you so so so many specific questions? And why he or she keeps interrupting you to get very minute details about your kiddo’s story? It’s because the food allergist is trying to determine…
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Eczema and Food Allergies: Further Clarifying the Connections
There’s absolutely a strong connection between eczema and food allergies, and that connection may not be what you think it is! Read this post to learn how these two conditions are related…
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3 Back-to-School Strategies for Food Allergy Families
Back-to-school time can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, especially for food allergy families. Meeting new teachers and starting new classes can be stressful enough, but add food allergy management to the mix, and the worry factor can jump ten-fold. But rest easy! Food allergy mom Pam Lestage and food allergist Dr. Hoyt recently discussed their three simple strategies to an awesome back-to-school. Check out this episode of the podcast for all the details, but here is an overview!
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Top 3 Tips for an Awesome Summer with Food Allergies
Summertime is a time for fun in the sun, but for families managing food allergies, summer can also be a time of anxiety. But don’t worry – you’ve got this! We’ve got your back with our top three tips for having an awesome summer with food allergies.
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The Allergists Talk Oral Immunotherapy – OIT – for Food Allergies
OIT is a treatment for food allergies, but how does it really work? And who is and is not a candidate? Dr. Hoyt discusses all things OIT and food allergies with her colleague and fellow OIT allergist Dr. Hugh Windom.
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Seasonal allergies have met their match with Dr. Hoyt’s allergy regimen!
Seasonal allergies can make you feel seriously bad. But don’t let those itchy drippy sneezy symptoms get you down! Check out Dr. Hoyt’s own seasonal allergies treatment regimen and ask your doctor if this may be right for you!
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Allergy Versus Immune Tolerance
In food allergy, the immune system is like a playground. The balance of allergy and immune tolerance is like a see-saw. Food allergy is not just the activation of allergy cells by a food. Food allergy is the lack of…
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Celiac Disease: What It Is and Isn’t and What To Do About It
Celiac disease is a condition that affects millions of people all over the world. Still, it often is misunderstood. Celiac Disease is not a “wheat allergy” or a “gluten sensitivity.” Celiac Disease is
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Do food allergies cause eczema? Here are the facts!
Food allergies are a hot topic right now. There seems to be a new food allergy every day, and many people are wondering if food allergies cause eczema. The answer is no –
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What is EOE and what role does IgE play in this food allergy?
Has your kiddo been diagnosed with eosinophilic esophagitis, also called EOE? If so, then you may be wondering what this really means. EOE is a food allergy disorder that causes inflammation of the
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What are non-IgE-mediated food allergies, like FPIES and FPIAP?
Do you know what non-IgE-mediated food allergies are? If not, you’re not alone. Many people have never heard of food allergies that are not mediated by IgE. Examples include FPIES, FPE, and FPIAP.
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What are IgE-mediated, life-threatening food allergies?
Did you know that food allergies can be life-threatening? It’s true. In fact, anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur when someone eats a food to which they are allergic. In
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Can allergies cause swollen lymph nodes? Here’s the answer!
Does your kiddo ever have swollen lymph nodes? Do you wonder if food allergies or seasonal allergies or pet allergies are to blame? If so, you’re not alone. This is a common question
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The Mamma’s Guide to Food Allergy Skin & Blood Testing
Food allergy skin and blood testing can be confusing. I wrote this ebook to educate parents on food allergy skin prick and blood testing.
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Are Ring Pops Gluten-Free? How to Determine if Snacks are Safe!
Have you ever wondered if Ring Pops are gluten-free? Or maybe you’ve wondered if Saf-T-Pops are indeed safe for your kiddo with peanut allergy? When it comes to determining whether a food is
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Stock Epinephrine and the Laws that Support It: Louisiana Edition
Stock epinephrine is epinephrine prescribed to an entity, such as a school, to be used in an allergy emergency. Epinephrine is the medication that stops and treats the life-threatening allergic reaction “anaphylaxis.” Some young children…
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FPIES with expert Dr. Anna Nowak-Wegrzyn
FPIES is a food allergy that does not involve allergic antibodies, but it can still be severe. Learn more about this food allergy from world-renown expert Dr. Anna Nowak-Wegrzyn!
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How to Prepare Your Babysitter or Nanny to Manage Food Allergies
Finding a great babysitter or nanny can be tough, and how do you prepare that person to manage food allergy? We have the help you are looking for!
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Your State’s Stock Epinephrine Laws
Stock epinephrine saves lives. Learn more here about your state’s legislation on this important issue.
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A New Approach to Practicing Food Allergy
At the Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy, Dr. Alice Hoyt leads a team of food allergy-focused healthcare professionals in meeting your family’s food allergy needs.
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