Imagine having a trusted roadmap for navigating food allergies during the infant and toddler years—whether you're a parent, caregiver, or healthcare professional. A newly launched platform from Mass General Brigham for Children may be changing the way families and clinicians access food allergy information. We're joined by the project lead behind FAMP-IT (Food Allergy Management and Prevention for Infants and Toddlers), Dr. Michael Pistiner, to explore this exciting new resource and why it co...

AI is showing up everywhere—from everyday tools to cutting-edge research—and it’s starting to make an impact in the food allergy world, too. So, what happens when technology meets real-life food allergy management? We’re exploring that intersection with Dr. Greg Puglisi, board-certified allergist and Founder and CEO of Allergy Aide. He’s harnessing the power of AI to support patients in navigating their food allergy journey—and he’s here to share how this innovation could change the way we ma...

Let’s talk about something so many families quietly carry—food allergy anxiety. For kids and caregivers, everyday moments like mealtimes, food challenges, or even medical appointments can feel overwhelming. So where do you even begin to ease that fear? We often hear about the mind-body connection—but can it really help with the very real, very specific anxieties that come with managing food allergies? To help guide us, we’re sitting down with licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Lombard to...

Summer can bring unique challenges for people living with Mast Cell Disease. From heat and travel to outdoor activities, how can you enjoy the season while managing symptoms? Join us as we sit down with content creator and patient advocate, Jenna Gestetner, to share practical tips for navigating summer with confidence. Resources to keep you in the know: Mast Cell Disease SocietyFAACT's Allergy SummitJennaXHealthInstagram: JennaXHealthTikTok: JennaXHealthYouTube: JennXHealthLinkedIn: Jen...

We’re checking in with the FPIES community to hear what’s new, what’s changing, and what families need to know right now. Joining us is Fallon Schultz, CEO of the International FPIES Association, who’s here to share exciting updates, recent advances, and the incredible work happening behind the scenes. We’ll also take a closer look at their robust resource library—packed with practical tools for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike. Resources to keep you in the know: Inter...

Finding trustworthy, evidence-based information about food allergies can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to make informed decisions for yourself or your child. So how do you know what’s reliable, and how can you use that information to have meaningful conversations with your healthcare team? We’re joined by Dr. Manisha Relan, member of FAACT’s Medical Advisory Board, to help guide us through how to find medically vetted information on food allergy treatments and management—and...

Managing food allergies already comes with a cost—and for many families, that can add up to thousands of extra dollars each year when you factor in groceries, medical care, and time. With rising food prices, it’s no wonder the stress can feel even heavier. But there are ways to make it work. We’re sitting down with FAACT Medical Advisory Board Member and Registered Dietitian, Alison Cassin, to share practical, nutrition-focused strategies to help you eat safely, stay healthy, and keep your bu...

Safe eating is at the heart of managing food allergies—but what happens when that vigilance starts to feel overwhelming, and food becomes a source of fear instead of nourishment? For many families, the line between necessary caution and something more serious can be hard to recognize. We are diving into the intersection of food allergies and Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, or ARFID. Joining us is Dr. Brian Vickery, Division Chief of Allergy & Immunology at Children’s Healthcare...

This year, FAACT’s Food Allergy Awareness Month campaign is “Invisible No More: Food allergies may be unseen, but they should never be unnoticed.” It’s a powerful reminder that while food allergies aren’t always visible, the daily effort to stay safe is very real. So how do we raise awareness for something we can’t always see—and better support one another along the way? To help us shine a light on this important campaign, we’re joined by allergy advocate and former President of the Utah Food...

Food Allergy Awareness Month is almost here—and it’s our moment to be seen, heard, and understood. This year, FAACT is launching an exciting new campaign, 'Invisible No More', shining a light on the reality that food allergies may be unseen, but they are very real. We’re sitting down with FAACT’s Director of Marketing, Lisa Horne, to share how you can get involved and help bring this message to life in your community. Resources to keep you in the know: FAACT's Food Allergy Awareness Wee...