Talking Allergies

In this Talking Allergies episode, we meet Nick, a young adult living with allergies, who talks about his experience with allergies from a young age, how things have changed since he was a kid, the importance of allergy testing, how he manages his allergies and more. Thank you for tuning in ❤  Talking Allergies Links: All Podcast episodes: https://allergylife.com.au/talkingallergies Learn Mor...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we meet Anthony, a young adult living with allergies, who talks about his experience with Food Allergies, Asthma and Eczema from a young age, going through primary and secondary school with allergies, desensitisation, how he manages his allergies and how he wants to make a difference to help others like him. Thank you for tuning in ❤  Talking Allergies Links...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we meet Allergy Mum Taryn, who talks about her experiences as an Allergy Mum, the journey for her child who is now a teenager, hidden ingredients, independence and what she has learned through her family's journey with allergies. Thank you for tuning in ❤ Talking Allergies Links: All Podcast episodes- https://allergylife.com.au/talkingallergies Learn More about A...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Early Allergen introduction with Jennifer Sin, Allergy Mum, Pharmacist and founder of ModAllergen.  Jennifer talks about her experiences as an Allergy Mum and how she created ModAllergen to transform how parents introduce allergens to their infants. Learn more about ModAllergen:  https://modallergen.com/ https://allergylife.com.au/products/mo...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we meet Allergy Mum and Author Aneleise who shares her allergy story, the impact her daughter's allergies had on their lives, how she finds support, her allergy insights and why she wrote a book as a resource for children who might have a sibling, friend, or family member with a food allergy. Learn more about Aneleise and her book: Aneleise is a mum of two little...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Spring, Pollen Allergies, Hay Fever and Allergic Rhinitis. We also talk about our own experiences with allergies during Spring, share our allergic salutes, plus more. In this episode: Talking about Pollen Allergies Talking about Hay Fever and Allergic Rhinitis Our experiences with managing Hay Fever and Allergic Rhinitis How did the term Hay Fever come...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss the differences and similarities of Wheat Allergy, Gluten Intolerance and Coeliac Disease and meet Ben, an Advocate and Podcaster who talks about his experiences with Coeliac Disease and living Gluten Free. In this episode: - Wheat Allergy v Gluten Intolerance v Coeliac Disease - What they are and how they can impact people living with them - Their dif...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Skin and Allergies, Eczema and meet Cosmeceutical Scientist, Aditi who introduces Curezma, a non-steroidal eczema care range she founded with her business partner Jai to help people affected by Eczema after years of watching the experiences of their daughter and friends' children. In this episode: •⁠ ⁠Talking about Skin and Allergies •⁠ ⁠Atop...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss cooking with food allergies, how to be an Allergy Chef and meet practising General Practitioner (GP), TV presenter and author Dr Preeya Alexander who talks about the impact of allergies as a GP, the role GPs have in coordinating care and introduces "Full Plate" the cookbook she wrote with recipes and information for people with allergies. In this episo...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), an inflammatory condition of the oesophagus. Around 75% of people with EoE may have other allergic conditions such as food allergies, atopic dermatitis, asthma and/or hay fever. We meet Sarah Gray, an Allergy Mum and Founder of ausEE Inc, a national support and patient advocacy organisation representing Australians livin...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Mental Health, Allergy Comments, and meet Monique Kerr, who is a Registered Psychologist, Allergy Mum, Adult living with allergies and co-founder of Allergy Support Hub, who joins us to discuss mental health and allergies, quality of life impacts, when to reach out for support, plus more. In this episode: - Talking about Mental Health and Allergy Comme...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Eating out with Food Allergies and meet Grace, an Allergy Influencer who discusses living with allergies, including food allergies and Anaphylaxis. Grace also tells us how she started sharing her experiences eating out with food allergies through social media to share a positive outlook on allergies and to inspire others. In this episode:  •⁠ ⁠Eat...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) and meet Iffy, who discusses her allergies, including OAS, managing Asthma and living with allergies as an Adult. In this episode: - Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) and the different names for it - The overlap between Pollen allergies and Food Allergies. - Melrick shares his experiences with Oral Allergy Syndrome. + Interview wi...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Mental Health with a Registered Counsellor, Nurse, Allergy Mum, and Author Simone Albert from Food Allergy Counselling, who discusses the impact of allergies, mental health, empowerment, the overlap between Allergy Anxiety and Anaphylaxis, plus more.  In this episode: •⁠ ⁠Talking about Mental Health and Food Allergies •⁠ ⁠The importance...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we meet Robin Whiteley, the Head of Marketing from Viatris Australia. Viatris provides medications for Australians with allergies and anaphylaxis. Some of these medications include EpiPen, Beconase and Dymista. Robin talks about the role he and his team play in supporting people with allergies, what they have learnt from the impact of allergies, their Patient Sup...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we talk about personal experiences when travelling with food allergies, anaphylaxis, dust mite allergies, pollen allergies and more. We discuss some essential tips that can be taken before and during travel that can prepare us but still allow us to enjoy our travels. In this episode, we are talking: •⁠ Travelling with Allergies •⁠ Personal Experiences w...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Food Allergies with Kids, why it's important to take Food Allergy Kids seriously, why guessing is dangerous and we meet Jackie Nevard, Allergy Mum, Allergy Educator and founder of My Food Allergy Friends. In this episode, we are talking: •⁠ ⁠Food Allergies with Kids •⁠ Taking Food Allergy Kids Seriously •⁠ If you don't know, don't guess, just say so +...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. We learn about the Anapen®, one of the emergency treatments available for Anaphylaxis from Amanda, the National Anapen Training Manager. In this episode, we are talking: •⁠ ⁠Anaphylaxis and Allergies •⁠ What is Anaphylaxis, and what are some of the symptoms •⁠ Learn about the Ana...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Eczema, a chronic skin condition; we focus on a common type of Eczema: Atopic Eczema, also known as Atopic Dermatitis. We meet Melanie Funk, an Allergy Mum and Managing Director of Eczema Support Australia. She shares her Allergy and Eczema journey and informs us how her Organisation supports Australians with Eczema. In this episode, we are talking: •⁠...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss Mental Health, Allergy Anxiety and meet Emma Warner, who is a Registered Psychologist, Allergy Mum and co-founder of Allergy Support Hub, to learn about Allergy Anxiety, what it is, how it affects people living with allergies and their carers and when to seek professional help for Allergy Anxiety. In this episode: - Talking about Mental Health and Alle...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss our recap of our time at the Free From + Allergy Show in Sydney and meet Amy, an Allergy Mum and Author. In this episode: - What we learned from meeting people with allergies at the Free From + Allergy Show in October 2023 - Sharing some of the most common allergies from the 'Allergy Awareness Chart' that was at the Free From + Allergy Show + Interview...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss selecting products when you have allergies, how others can ask people with allergies to keep them safe, and we also catch up with Marie Kinsella, founder of the Free From + Allergy Show, ahead of the event on the 21st and 22nd of October 2023. In this episode: - Selecting products when you have allergies - Some tips for selecting products - How people...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss skin and allergies, meet Dermatologist Dr Francis Lai and learn about CosMe App, a "first of its kind" mobile app that is evidence-based and tailor-made by dermatologists for Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD). In this episode: - Talking about skin and allergies - Contact Dermatitis - The impact of allergies on the skin + Interview with Dermatologist Dr...

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss living with allergies as an Adult and meet Gem, a professional athlete, educator and adult living with allergies. In this episode: - The challenges of being an adult with allergies - Everyday decisions around Working, Dating, Shopping, Budgeting, etc as an adult with allergies + Interview with Gem, an athlete, educator and adult living with allergies....

In this Talking Allergies episode, we discuss all things food allergies and have a special guest who runs a business providing treats free of the top 10. In this episode, they discuss: - What Food Allergies are - The Top 10 - How Food Allergies differ from Food intolerances - Food Allergies in Products + Interview with Sharon an Allergy Mum and founder of Charlie's Safe Treat Box ( https://www.cha...