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Book SynopsisIt has been estimated that between 5 and 10 percent of the world's population suffers from food allergies, and the consensus among medical professionals is that these numbers are still growing. Out of every classroom in America, there are at least two teens who have food allergies, and every three minutes someone is taken to the emergency room as a result of an allergic reaction. From school cafeterias to movie theaters to sporting arenasnot to mention restaurantsteens encounter countless allergens. Although parents and health professionals are on the alert for food allergies, teens themselves must take the steps needed to ensure their health and well-being. But most of the books about food allergies are aimed at adults and don't take into consideration the perils that face teens on a daily basis. In Food Allergies: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Jessica Reino offers helpful and practical information that will aid teens in managing their sensitivities. The book looks at a variety of food all
Table of ContentsDedication Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter One – What Are Food Allergies and Why Should You Care About Them? Chapter Two: The Art of “calm-municating”: Becoming a Self-Advocate Chapter Three – Family: From Harshest Critics to Biggest Cheerleaders Chapter Four – Friend or Frienemy? Chapter Five – Parties and Athletics Chapter Six – Creating Your Crew Chapter Seven – Love In the Time Of Food Allergies Chapter Eight- Dining In or Out? Chapter Nine – Your Home Away From Home Chapter Ten - The Importance of Reading Labels Chapter Eleven – Top Chef: Cooking Well and Living Well With Dietary Restrictions Glossary Food Allergy Resources for Teens About The Author
