FAACT's Roundtable

This episode is Part 2 of a two-part series exploring strategies for powerhouse eating for teens and college students who are athletes or on the move. FAACT Medical Advisory Board member and registered dietician, Alison Cassin, MS, RD, LD , who works at Cincinnati Children's Center for Eosinophilic Disorders (CCED), provides nutritional information and pro tips. Get your notebook ready - you...

In this episode, Aleasa Word, FAACT's Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), helps us understand how and why it is vital to be a food allergy ally to parents and caregivers of children with food allergies, as well as adults with food allergies. Aleasa thoughtfully explains how to become a supportive and successful ally so we can uplift the food allergy community together! T...

In this solo host podcast, Caroline Moassessi, FAACT's Vice President of Community Relations and parent to two college students, takes listeners through the FAACT College Resource Center and Move-In Ready checklists while providing important tips and reminders. Links to keep you in the know: FAACT College Resource Center   Checklist - For Parents (and Caregivers)   Checklist - For Students  M...

We're discussing the basics of establishing K-12 school accommodations with FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD. Spring is the perfect time to review the steps needed to secure accommodations for the upcoming school year. To keep you in the know, here are a few links to topics mentioned in the podcast: FAACT’s Civil Rights Advocacy Resour...

This is Part 1 of a two-part series exploring strategies for a powerhouse diet for teens and college students who are active and on the move. FAACT Medical Advisory Board member and registered dietician, Alison Cassin, MS, RD, LD , who works at Cincinnati Children’s Center for Eosinophilic Disorders (CCED), provides nutritional information and tips for active youth and athletes. To keep you in the...

We’re speaking with inspirational author, advocate, and TV and radio personality, Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino , about change and her newest book, The Change Guidebook: How to Align Your Heart, Truths and Energy to Find Success in All Areas of Your Life. Elizabeth, a FAACT Spokesperson, who also lives with multiple food allergies, authored this new book to serve as a guide to help people through cha...

This episode explores finding balance and support on social media that leaves you feeling inspired instead of more anxious. We sit down with Dave Stukus, MD, a board-certified allergist, who has over 25,000 Twitter and 15,000 Instagram followers - as he shares how to get the most out of social media using healthy and safe strategies. To keep you in the know, here are a few social media links from...

In this episode, we discover a new culinary world of Chinese Cuisine with food allergy advocate, cookbook author, and parent, Sharon Wong. Her new book, Chinese Instant Pot Cookbook, features food allergy substitutions and fast and easy recipes using an Instant Pot. She shows us how food allergies don't stop people from cooking and enjoying delicious Chinese Cuisine. To keep you in the know,...

We're bringing to light the civil rights of students with food allergies attending college with FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD. Learn about the steps needed to secure accommodations to create a safe and healthy experience for your student. To keep you in the know, here are a few links to topics mentioned in the podcast: FAACT’s Colle...

In this episode, we learn about eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and eosinophilic gastrointestinal disease (EGID) with FAACT’s Medical Advisory Board Member, board-certified allergist, immunologist, and pediatrician, Dr. Peter Capucilli . These conditions also require avoiding certain foods but are pretty unique. Listen in to discover how you can support people with EoE and EGIDs. To keep you in the...

We're exploring how to come back stronger after living through the last few years in the Pandemic. We're diving into how shutdowns and hybrid school schedules impacted our ability to self-advocate safe food allergy practices, which can be related to other health conditions, with FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health, Emery Brown, Ed. S., NCSP - Nationally Certified School Psychologi...

This episode explores the world of social media and how to battle misinformation while finding community and food allergy medically vetted resources. Dave Stukus, MD, a board-certified allergist, has over 25,000 Twitter and 15,000 Instagram followers - and shares how to find accurate information and move past harmful posts while avoiding social media pitfalls. To keep you in the know, here are a f...

In this episode, Kristin M. Osborne , FAACT's Vice President of Education , invites us into her home to discover heartfelt and exciting new ideas for safely celebrating Valentine's Day with food allergies. Everyone will find a fun new idea to enjoy Valentine's Day - from unique gift ideas to make-you-smile traditions and delicious treats. To keep you in the know, below are helpful l...

In this episode, we're sitting down with Aleasa Word, FAACT's Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), to look into FAACT's vision for a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive food allergy community. Ms. Word will also share ideas for celebrating Black History Month and inspires us with her compassion for food allergy families everywhere. To keep you in the know Mee...

For our 100th episode, we sit down with Eleanor Garrow-Holding, FAACT's President and CEO, to talk about FAACT's groundbreaking work in 2021 and share exciting plans for 2022. Ms. Garrow-Holding offers a sneak peek at this year's in-person events for kids, teens, and families; expanded FAACT support programs; and new resources to help you and your family live healthy this year. Look...

In this episode, global parenting expert & family advocate, bestselling author, television personality, and FAACT National Spokesperson Jo Frost sits down with a teen and an eight-year-old to answer thought-provoking questions about food allergy life. In this special episode, Jo Frost, also known as the Supernanny, shares tips to make every child feel like they can do anything with food allerg...

This episode dives into the lives of adults with food allergies with tips for managing work-related holiday parties and events. We sit down with FAACT's Vice President of Programs, Linda Menighan , an adult with food allergies and parent of a child with food allergies. We explore solutions  for staying safe and healthy while enjoying work-related events. To keep you in the know, below are hel...

In this episode, FAACT-recognized support group leader,  and FAACT Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board Member, Ashley Smith, explores fresh ideas for creating memories for all budgets and locations. Ashley discusses how to keep the holiday spirit alive with fun ideas to tickle imaginations of all ages. No prior crafting experience needed to enjoy these easy and affordable ideas! To keep...

The holidays are here, and we're exploring  ways to manage our holiday stress. We're sitting down with FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health, Emery Brown, MA, Ed. S., NCSP, School Psychology , to discover tools to help keep anxiety in check and how to create memories and enjoy our families! To keep you in the know, here are helpful resources: Podcasts: Your Family: Building Resilien...

In this episode, we're sitting down with Aleasa Word, also known as Mz. Word, food allergy advocate, Founder of A. Word and Company, EQ Assessor and Executive Coach and Consultant, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Consultant, to discuss how to approach the challenge of when a partner dismisses your management of your child's food allergy. Ms. Word shares solutions to avoid arguments...

In this episode, we learn about leaving guilt at the door when we need to say no to family or friends. Kristin M. Osborne , FAACT's Vice President of Education , shares her own experiences, tips, and support for saying no to enjoy a wonderful holiday season. To keep you in the know, below are helpful links: FAACT's Behavioral Health Center: Self-care FAACT's Allergy-Friendly Christm...

This episode explores how to celebrate Hanukkah and time-honored traditions when navigating food allergies with food allergy advocate and Jewish Heritage champion, Stacey Saiontz . Hanukkah's rich traditions remain special as Stacey explains how she alters recipes to keep her family safe while serving delicious holiday foods. She also shares tips and tricks for managing school celebrations. T...

In this episode, we dive deep into the critical time between college application submissions and your student's college acceptance. Now is the time to explore your student's readiness to manage food allergies at school. Caroline Moassessi, FAACT's Vice President of Community Relations, shares how to navigate FAACT's College Resource Center, focusing on tools to help you succeed...

In this episode, we hear directly from two college students, Jonathan Barnhart and Emma Sorrentino , about how they tackle parties, dating, and making new friends when you have food allergies. Jonathan and Emma candidly share their real experiences and tips for staying safe while enjoying a rewarding college experience. You won't want to miss  hearing about "The Jonathan Method." To...

In this episode, Executive Chef Keith Norman, with South Point Hotel, Casino, and Spa, helps us get ready for holiday cooking by sharing his recipe about how to brine a turkey, including his own special heart-healthy "mock" brine. Chef Keith is a long-time friend of the food allergy community. He advocates on local television, and he also serves on FAACT's Board of Directors and FAA...