Tag Archives: Food

Food Allergy $200 Million Fundraising Campaign: Why Now and What are the Goals? – Allergic Living

On Dec. 4, Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) announced the most ambitious fundraising campaign to date for food allergy. It seeks to raise $ 200 million for the disease over five years. To learn more about the precise goals of the new campaign, Allergic Living Editor Gwen Smith spoke this week to David Bunning,… Read More »

Can Food Improve Your Mental Health?

Can food improve your mental health? From foods that support gut health to reduce anxiety, depression, and overall foods for mental health. With the holiday season, which can be one of the busiest and the most stressful times of year for most people. Learn the foods for mental health and the nutrients that play a… Read More »

Viral suppression key to preventing mother-to-child transmission, but food insecurity, TB and STIs may also be risk factors

Reducing maternal viral load during pregnancy is the most important factor in preventing mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV, results of a large study published in The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal confirm. Other risk factors for MTCT included insufficient food, a recent sexually transmitted infection (STI) and a history of diseases associated with immune suppression. The… Read More »

10 Signs and Symptoms of Food Poisoning

Food poisoning is an illness caused by consuming foods or drinks that contain harmful bacteria, viruses or parasites. It’s extremely common, affecting an estimated 9.4 million Americans each year (1, 2). While many foods contain potentially harmful organisms, they are usually destroyed during cooking. However, if you don’t practice good hygiene and proper food storage… Read More »