Food Allergies

Since 2013, the Teal Pumpkin Project has amplified the obstacles families with children who have food allergies face every year at Halloween.

By putting a teal pumpkin on your doorstep Halloween, you let kids know your house is a food allergy friendly one.

I have known the Maruca Family for many years and they have done so much in our community. It was tragic news to hear about the passing of Anthony Maruca, who died March 10th following complications with a severe food allergy. Anthony was just 24 years old...

Halloween is meant to be fun for kids. But not all kids are able to stuff their jack o' lanterns with candy and enjoy the decadent treats. But "The Teal Pumpkin Project" is hoping to make Halloween safe for all.

This is fantastic for all trick-or-treaters! This was launched last year by the Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) in 2014, the "Teal Pumpkin Project" raises awareness of food allergies for trick-or-treaters throughout the Halloween season. ...

Years ago, peanut allergies were uncommon, but nowadays it seems like so many children are sensitive to those foods, prompting schools and summer camps to ban things like peanut butter.

There is going to be a benefit for the first annual "Fight for FPIES" on June 29th in Jackson with The Karate Dojo and The International Association for Food Protein Enterocolitis (IAFFOPE).  And proceeds will benefit patients and families affected by Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES).

Find out about the Annual "Nut Free" Game with the Lakewood Blueclaws