Buch, Englisch, 384 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 723 g
Buch, Englisch, 384 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 723 g
ISBN: 978-0-470-09584-3
Verlag: FOR DUMMIES
Covers peanut allergy and the new labeling guidelines
Anxious about food allergies in your family? This no-nonsense, plain-English guide gives you expert guidance in identifying and avoiding the foods that trigger your reactions. You'll learn how to spot hidden ingredients on food labels and menu items, treat reactions effectively, and manage your diet without feeling deprived.
Discover how to:
* Eliminate problem foods
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Find a qualified food allergist
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Handle mild and severe reactions
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Manage allergies at home, school, and work
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Treat your child's allergies
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Build your own allergy emergency kit
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Weitere Infos & Material
Foreword.
Introduction.
Part I: Feasting on Food Allergy Fundamentals.
Chapter 1: Breaking Out with Food Allergies.
Chapter 2: Turning Allergies Inside Out: Probable Causes and Common Symptoms.
Chapter 3: Spotting the Usual Suspects: Wherefore Art Thou, Allergen?
Chapter 4: Picking On Peanuts: A Potentially Deadly Foe.
Part II: Progressing from Hives to Hope: Diagnosis and Treatment.
Chapter 5: Labeling Your Ailments with an Accurate Diagnosis.
Chapter 6: Concocting Your Own Avoidance Diet.
Chapter 7: Making It Stop: Finding Symptomatic Relief.
Chapter 8: Debunking Alternative Tests and Therapies.
Chapter 9: Exploring Cures from Mice to Man: Current Research.
Part III: Living Well with Your Food Allergies.
Chapter 10: Living at Home with Your Allergies.
Chapter 11: Eating Out and Traveling with Food Allergies.
Chapter 12: Conquering the Challenges of Daycare and Preschool.
Chapter 13: Sending Food Allergies Off to School: K-12.
Chapter 14: Empowering Your Adolescent or Teenager.
Chapter 15: Preventing and Outgrowing a Food Allergy.
Part IV: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 16: Teaching Your Child Ten Key Food Allergy Lessons.
Chapter 17: Packing Ten Key Food Allergy Tips for Camp, College, and Other Outings.
Chapter 18: Substituting Foods and Ingredients: Ten Common Dietary Substitutions.
Chapter 19: Exploring Ten Outstanding Food Allergy Web Sites.
Chapter 20: Responding to a Severe Reaction: Ten Do's and Don'ts.
Part V: Appendixes: Allergy-Friendly Recipes and Other Treats.
Appendix A: Breads & Breakfasts.
Appendix B: Main Courses.
Appendix C: Snacks and Cookies.
Appendix D: Cakes and Desserts.
Appendix E: Glossary.
Index.