Food Allergies and Intolerances

Resource List for Consumers

December 2010

This publication is a collection of resources on the topic of Food Allergies and Intolerances 

for consumers. Resources include books, pamphlets, audiovisuals and Web sites. Many of 

the pamphlets are available in single copies and some may also be purchased in bulk from 

the organization listed (Web addresses are provided for materials available online). The 

books and audiovisuals can either be borrowed from your local library or purchased from 

your local book store.

Materials may also be borrowed from the National Agricultural Library (NAL) collection. 

Lending and copy service information is provided at the end of this document. If you are not 

eligible for direct borrowing privileges, check with your local library on how to borrow 

through interlibrary loan. Materials cannot be purchased from NAL. Contact information is 

provided for the producing organization if you wish to purchase or order any materials on 

this list. This contact information can be found in section C.

This Resource List is available from the Food and Nutrition Information Center’s (FNIC) 

Web site at: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/pubs/allergy.pdf. A complete list of FNIC 

publications can be found at http://fnic.nal.usda.gov/resourcelists. 
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Table of Contents

A. General Information on Food Allergies and Intolerances

1. Brochures and Fact Sheets

2. Books

3. Cookbooks

4. Web Resources

5. Resources for Children

6. Other Resources

B. Specific Allergies and Intolerances

1. Egg 

2. Fish and Shellfish

3. Milk Allergies and Lactose Intolerance

4. Peanut/Tree Nut

5. Sesame Seeds

6. Soy

7. Sulfite Sensitivity

8. Wheat/Gluten Allergy and Sensitivity

9. Other Allergies and Sensitivities

C. Contact Information for Organizations Cited 

A. General Information on Food Allergies and Intolerances 

 

1. Brochures and Fact Sheets

Do You Have a Food Allergy?

The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network

Full text: http://www.foodallergy.org/files/DoYouHaveBrochure.pdf (PDF)

Description: Learn about the most common food allergens, symptoms of a food allergy 

and how food allergies are diagnosed.

Food Allergy: An Overview

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health (NIH), 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Service (DHHS)

Full text: http://www.niaid.nih.gov/topics/foodAllergy/Documents/foodallergy.pdf (PDF)

Description: This pamphlet describes allergic reactions to foods and their possible causes 

and provides an overview of diagnosis and treatment methods for food allergies. It also 

describes other reactions to foods, known as food intolerances, which can be confused with 

food allergy, and discusses some unproven and controversial food allergy theories.

Ordering Information: NIH Publication No. 07-5518
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Tips to Remember - Food Allergies

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology

Full text: http://www.aaaai.org/patients/publicedmat/tips/foodallergy.stm

http://www.aaaai.org/espanol/tips/alergias_a_los_alimentos.stm (Spanish)

Description: This brochure gives a basic overview of food allergies and intolerance, 

including the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. 

For a free single copy: http://www.aaaai.org/misc/inforequestform.stm

Online ordering: https://www.aaaai.org/patients/store/product.asp?productid=85

Understanding Food Allergy

International Food Information Council Foundation

Full text: http://www.foodinsight.org/Content/6/FINAL_Understanding-Food-Allergy_5-22-

07.pdf (PDF)

Description: This brochure presents a summary of the key issues surrounding food 

allergies, including the definition, diagnosis and information for families of allergic 

individuals. 

Online ordering: http://www.ificpubs.org/servlet/Detail?no=41

2. Books

Dealing with Food Allergies: A Practical Guide to Detecting Culprit Foods and Eating 

a Healthy, Enjoyable Diet

Janice Vickerstaff Joneja, PhD, RDN

Boulder, CO: Bull Publishing Company, 2003. 484 pp. 

NAL Call Number: RC596.J665 2003

ISBN: 092352164X

Description: This book presents information on diagnostic methods and treatment options 

of food allergies and describes the effects of food allergies on the skin, mucous 

membranes and respiratory and digestive tracts. Content discusses treatment by allergists 

and other healthcare professionals and empowers readers to manage their food allergies.

Flourishing with Food Allergies: Social, Emotional and Practical Guidance for 

Families with Young Children

A. Anderson

Southbury, CT: Papoose Publishing, 2008. 360 pp.

ISBN: 0615187048

Description: This book includes stories from parents and guidance from medical 

professionals along with the latest research about food allergies. It includes discussions on 

shopping with food allergies in mind and advice on coping with food allergies at birthday 

parties, school and other venues. Suggestions are outlined for avoiding risky foods and rethinking diet as well as creating a stress-free, safe-haven at home.
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Food Allergies and Food Intolerance: A Complete Guide to Their Identification and 

Treatment

Johnathan Brostoff and Linda Gamlin

Rochester, VT: Healing Arts Press, 2000. 480 pp.

ISBN: 0892818751

Description: This book provides a comprehensive discussion on the difference between 

food allergies and food intolerance, including numerous case histories. Unique features 

include a detailed discussion of the controversy among the medical community concerning 

food intolerance and the effect it may contribute to conditions such as irritable bowl 

syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, migraine headaches and others. The book provides a stepby-step process for diagnosing food intolerance using a 3-stage elimination diet and 

gradual food re-introduction. An appendix of foods with cross reactivity is also provided.

Food Allergy Survival Guide: Surviving and Thriving With Food Allergies and 

Sensitivities

Vesanto Melina, MS, RD, Jo Stepaniak, MSEd, and Dina Aronson, MS, RD

Summertown, TN: Healthy Living Publications, 2004. 383 pp.

NAL Call Number: RC596.M45 2004

ISBN: 157067163X

Description: This comprehensive resource offers a unique blend of scientific research, 

practical advice and culinary expertise. The book explains the differences between food 

allergy, food intolerance and food sensitivity; tests for allergies; how to avoid foods and 

ingredients that trigger reactions; how to maintain a healthy intestinal boundary; how to 

understand the latest food labeling regulations and how to create menus that meet special 

nutritional requirements.

How to Manage Your Child’s Life-Threatening Food Allergies

Linda Marienhoff Coss

Lake Forest, CA: Plumtree Press, 2004. 208 pp.

NAL Call Number: RJ386.5 .C675 2004

ISBN: 0970278519

Description: This book provides step-by-step information to create a safe and enjoyable 

home, school and social environment for a child with food allergies. Topics covered include 

preparing for and treating allergic reactions, purchasing and cooking food, teaching others 

about food allergies, parenting issues, creating a safe school and day care environment, 

having a social life, dining in restaurants and traveling.
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Let’s Eat Out: Your Passport to Living Gluten and Allergy Free

Kim Koeller and Robert La France

R & R Publishing, 2005. 496 pp.

ISBN: 0976484501

Description: This full color book contains over 240 photos of delicious and savory foods. It 

explains options for eating out and includes 7 international cuisines outlining traditional 

ingredients, gluten awareness, allergy & dining considerations and sample menus. Also 

included are menu item descriptions and preparation requests, ingredient and preparation 

technique descriptions with sample questions to ask, snack and breakfast and beverage 

ideas and multi-lingual phrases.

Understanding and Managing Your Child's Food Allergies

Scott H. Sicherer

Baltimore, MD: The Johns Hopkins University Press, 2006. 336 pp.

ISBN: 0801884926

Description: This resource provides “emotional support and practical advice from a parent 

who’s been there.” The book describes why children develop food allergy, the symptoms of 

food allergy (affecting the skin, the gastrointestinal tract, and the respiratory system) and 

the role of food allergy in behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. 

3. Cookbooks

Food Allergen-Free Baker's Handbook

Cybele Pascal

New York, NY: Celestial Arts. 2009. 200 pp.

ISBN: 1587613484

Description: This cookbook features recipes for baked goods, both sweet and savory, that 

omit the eight foods responsible for most allergies (milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, 

shellfish, soy and wheat). It requires stocking your pantry differently, but provides an 

extensive list of product resources.

Cooking Free: 200 Flavorful Recipes for People with Food Allergies and Multiple 

Food Sensitivities

Carol Fenster

New York, NY: Avery, 2005. 336 pp.

NAL Call Number: RC588.D53 F46 2005

ISBN: 1583332154

Description: This cookbook is comprised of recipes that remove four of the most common 

allergens--gluten, dairy, eggs and sugar--providing one book full of delicious recipes. The 

book includes recipes for breads, entrees, desserts and more, and is complete with food 

substitution and conversion tables.
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Flying Apron's Gluten-free & Vegan Baking Book

Jennifer Katzinger

Seattle, WA: Sasquatch Books, 2009. 192 pp. 

ISBN: 1570616299

Description: Jennifer Katzinger, owner of the Flying Apron Bakery, shares her favorite 

sweet and savory, gluten-free, vegan recipes.

Great Foods without Worry

Cindy Mosely

Aventine Press, 2003. 164 pp. 

ISBN: 1593301162

Description: "Great Foods Without Worry" offers a variety of recipes which omit wheat, 

eggs, dairy, soy, nuts and gluten. All recipes are suitable for vegetarian diets.

The Whole Foods Allergy Cookbook: Two Hundred Gourmet & Homestyle Recipes 

for the Food Allergic Family

Cybele Pascal

Ridgefield, CT: Vital Health Publishing, 2006. 213 pp.

NAL Call Number: RC588.D53 P368 2006

ISBN: 1890995223

Description: All recipes in this cookbook are free of the top eight allergens: dairy, eggs, 

wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish or shellfish and also refined sugar. Baked goods are all 

vegan. Also included is a guide to gluten-free recipes, a shopping guide for hard-to-find 

items and a food allergy information resource guide.

4. Web Resources

Allergens

FoodSafety.gov, a cross-agency portal to food safety information from the U.S. Department 

of Agriculture and the U.S Department of Health and Human Service

Web site: http://www.foodsafety.gov/poisoning/causes/allergens/

Description: This cross-agency food safety site allows consumers to sign up for allergy 

alerts and has a link to a video on the differences between food allergies and intolerances.

Anaphylaxis

American Academy of Family Physicians

Web site: http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/common/allergies/basics/809.html

Description: This resource discusses anaphylaxis and what you need to know to prevent 

and treat it.
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Breastfeeding & Allergies

La Leche League International 

Web site: http://www.llli.org/NB/NBallergies.html

Description: This Web site provides multiple resources about allergies and the effect of 

breastfeeding on the development of food allergies.

Food Allergens

Food and Drug Administration (FDA), DHHS

Web site: http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodSafety/FoodAllergens/default.htm

Description: This Web site provides information on food labeling and legislation related to 

food allergens. 

Food Allergies

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America 

Web site: http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=20

Description: This Web site provides information on specific food allergies as well as a 

concise explanation of food allergies and related health issues.

Food Allergy

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Web site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/food-allergy/DS00082

Description: This resource provides an overview of the signs and symptoms, causes and 

risk factors of food allergies. Information is also provided on when to seek medical advice, 

screening and diagnosis, treatment and prevention. 

Food Allergy 

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, NIH, DHHS

Web site: http://www.niaid.nih.gov/topics/foodallergy/pages/default.aspx

Description: This Web site includes quick facts, food allergy basics, news and events

related to food allergies. Also included is a section on new research and a PDF report of 

the National Institute of Health Expert Panel on Food Allergy Research.

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network

Web sites: http://www.foodallergy.org/

http://www.foodallergy.org/section/espanol (Spanish)

Description: FAAN offers many resources to parents and educators. This site offers 

management tips for the major food allergies as well as articles on other hot allergy issues.

FAAN is the world’s largest nonprofit organization providing patients information about food 

allergy and educational resources to schools, health professionals, restaurants, 

pharmaceutical companies and the food industry.
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Food Allergy Initiative

Food Allergy Initiative

Web site: http://www.faiusa.org

Description: “The Food Allergy Initiative (FAI) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that 

raises funds toward the effective treatment and cure for food allergies.” This organization’s

Web site includes information about food allergies and related issues, living with food 

allergies, information for food service providers, updates on research and public policy and 

facts sheets and press releases for media coverage. 

Food Allergy Research and Resource Program 

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Web site: http://www.farrp.org

Description: This site contains allergen research, analysis, research, training opportunities 

and a workshop series. It also houses AllergenOnline, www.allergenonline.com, a peer 

reviewed allergen list and sequence searchable database intended for identifying proteins 

that may present a potential risk of allergenic cross-reactivity.

Physician Referral

American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology

Web site: http://www.aaaai.org/physref/

Description: You enter a zip code or city and state and this Web site provides a list of 

asthma and allergy doctors in the area.

5. Resources for Children

Alexander Series

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network 

Fairfax, VA: Food Allergy Network

Description: This children’s series follows the daily life of Alexander, an elephant with a 

food allergy. The collection includes books, videos, DVDs, stuffed animals, stickers and 

more for elementary school-aged children. Books and resources include:

 A Special Day at School

 Alexander’s First Babysitter

 Alexander’s Special Holiday Treat 

 Alexander Goes to a Birthday Party

 Alexander Goes Out to Eat

 Alexander's Fun & Games Activity Book

 Alexander Stuffed Animal

 Alexander, the Elephant Who Couldn't Eat Peanuts DVD (NAL Call Number:

Videocassette no. 2065)

Online Ordering: https://www.foodallergy.org/members/msascartProductList?majorcat=featured&ONWEBFLG=Y&WHP=productHomeHeader.htm&WBP=p

roductHomeList.htm
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Allie the Allergic Elephant: A Children's Story of Peanut Allergies 

Nicole Smith

Colorado Springs, CO: Allergic Child Publishing Group, 2006. 22 pp.

ISBN: 1586280538

Description: Allie the Allergic Elephant helps children learn about food allergies and how 

to be a good friend when you can't share snacks. Allie explains peanut allergies in a way 

that parents, teachers and children themselves can talk about allergies and understand 

them better.

Amy Goes Gluten Free: A Young Person’s Guide to Celiac Disease

Children’s Hospital Boston

Web site: 

http://www.childrenshospital.org/clinicalservices/Site2166/mainpageS2166P0.html

Description: A fun comic book designed for children with activities and information to help 

learn about celiac disease. 

Binky Goes Nuts: Understanding Peanut Allergies

PBS Kids

Web site: http://www.pbs.org/parents/arthur/lesson/health/#peanut

Description: The information and activities in this online activity unit help children learn 

how they can make their school a safe and healthy place for classmates who have peanut 

or other food allergies. This unit also includes a printable placemat with pictures and 

activities about peanut allergies.

The Bugabees: Friends with Food Allergies

Amy Recob

Minneapolis, MN: Beaver’s Pond Press, 2009. 32 pp.

ISBN: 1592982794

Description: This book tells the story of eight friends with eight different food allergies: 

peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, milk, soy, eggs and wheat. Additional activities and 

talking points are included for parents and teachers. 

Cody the Allergic Cow: A Children's Story of Milk Allergies

Nicole Smith

Jungle Communications, 2004. 26 pp.

ISBN: 1586280511

Description: This book teaches children and their friends, teachers and others 

to understand allergies to milk products.

A Day at the Playground with Food Allergies

Tracie Schrand

Llumina Kids, 2006. 26 pp.

ISBN: 1595266062

Description: This illustrated book offers young children some simple steps to avoid food 

allergens in a public place. Topics covered include sharing food, toys and hand washing.
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Food Allergies

Nemours Foundation

Web sites: http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/sick/food_allergies.html (kids)

http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/nutrition/food_allergies.html (teens)

Description: These two web resources provide informative articles about living with food 

allergies that are written for children and adolescents. The Web site also links to to more 

specific pages for children and teens about egg allergies, nut and peanut allergies, milk 

allergies and lactose intolerance. A printable diet card for each with a list of foods to avoid

is included. 

 Egg Allergies

http://kidshealth.org/kid/nutrition/diets/egg_allergy.html (kids)

http://kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/nutrition/egg_allergy.html (teens)

 Nut and Peanut Allergies

http://kidshealth.org/kid/nutrition/diets/nut_allergy.html (kids)

http://kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/nutrition/nut_allergy.html (teens)

 Lactose Intolerance:

http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/allergiesimmune/lactose.html

(kids)

 Milk Allergy

http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/nutrition/diets/milk_allergy.html (teens)

Food Allergies in the Real World

The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network

Web site: http://www.faanteen.org/

Description: This Web site is designed for young adults who want to take a more active 

role in managing their food allergies.

Food Allergy News for Kids

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network

Web site: http://www.fankids.org/

Description: A Web site for kids to find out about food allergies, play games and activities, 

learn about different projects, ask questions and share stories about their food allergies. 

Gluten-Free Friends: An Activity Book for Kids

Nancy Patin Falini

Centennial, CO: Savory Palate, Inc, 2003. 58 pp.

ISBN: 889374091

Description: This kids' coloring and activity book explains celiac disease and gluten 

intolerance. The book features Megan and Ben, two friendly kids who are following a 

gluten-free diet. Megan and Ben explain what gluten is in simple, non-technical words; 

describe how gluten makes kids with celiac disease get sick; decide which foods to avoid 

on a gluten-free diet and demonstrate how to make the right food choices to be healthy.
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Lactose Intolerance

Office on Women’s Health, DHHS

Web Site: http://www.girlshealth.gov/nutrition/lactose/index.cfm

Description: This Web site for teenage girls defines lactose intolerance and provides tips 

to help girls meet daily calcium requirements. 

Mommy, Is this Safe to Eat? A Guide for Preschoolers Allergic to Peanuts and Tree 

Nuts

Christina Black

R3C Creations, LLC, 2006. 25pp.

ISBN: 1598723871

Description: This picture book teaches preschoolers with food allergies to always ask if a 

food is safe to eat.

No Lobster Please!

Robyn Rogers

Norfolk, MA: Heartsome Publishing, 2004. 30 pp.

ISBN: 0972640800

Description: This children’s book tells a story about a boy with a severe and sensitive

allergy to seafood.

Safe4Kids

Anaphylaxis Canada

Web site: www.safe4kids.ca

Description: A Web site for kids living with allergies and anaphylaxis. Resources include a 

gallery of artwork for children about food allergies, games and activities, recipes, stories, 

and a poster for schools. 

Taking Food Allergies to School

Ellen Weiner 

Valley Park, MO: JayJo Books, 1999. 32pp.

ISBN: 1891383051

Description: Written for children, this book includes topics such as sharing lunches, 

special parties and events and allergy-free snacks. A quiz for kids on food allergies and 

Ten Tips for Teachers (or parents) are provided. 

You Must Be Nuts!

Kyle Dine

Web site: http://www.kyledine.com/

Description: This upbeat music CD delivers educational messages to children about food 

allergies. The CD contains 14 original tracks with names such as “Epi-Man,” “Tingle on My 

Tongue,” and “Gluten-Free Blues.”

Online Ordering: http://www.kyledine.com/Purchase.htm
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6. Other Resources

Food Allergy Among U.S. Children: Trends in Prevalence and Hospitalizations

National Center for Health Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 

DHHS

Full text: http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db10.pdf

Description: This data brief published in 2008 discusses the increase in prevalence of 

reported food allergy cases among children from 1997 to 2007.

Food Allergy Poster

International Food Information Council

Full text: http://internal.ific.org/publications/other/allergypos.cfm 

http://internal.ific.org/publications/other/upload/FoodAllergyPoster.pdf (PDF)

Description: This poster was developed in cooperation with the American Academy of 

Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the Food Allergy Network and the National Restaurant 

Association for food service workers. Available in both Spanish and English, the poster will 

help prepare food service workers to better identify and react to allergic reactions to food. 

How to Read a Label Cards 

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network 

Description: These cards are designed to help families effectively read ingredient labels. 

Each wallet-sized, laminated card lists the various ways potential allergens can be listed on 

ingredient labels. Cards are available for milk, egg, peanut, wheat, tree nut, soy, and 

shellfish allergies.

Online Ordering: https://www.foodallergy.org/members/msascartProductList?majorcat=featured&ONWEBFLG=Y&WHP=productHomeHeader.htm&WBP=p

roductHomeList.htm (select “Training Materials” and then scroll down to find the “How to 

Read a Label” card for the allergen you wish to avoid)

Kids with Food Allergies

Web site: www.kidswithfoodallergies.org

Description: “Kids with Food Allergies is a national nonprofit food allergy support group 

dedicated to fostering optimal health, nutrition, and well-being of children with food 

allergies...” This organization’s Web site includes recipes, resources, and allergy alerts for 

kids with food allergies, their parents and other family members. 

Living Without Magazine

Web site: http://www.livingwithout.com

Description: Living Without is a quarterly magazine for people with allergies and food

sensitivities. It discusses a variety of health-related issues, and provides support, 

encouragement, guidance and resources.

Online Ordering: http://www.livingwithout.com/subscribe.asp
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Support Forums

 AllergicChild.com: Food Allergy Support Group 

http://www.allergicchild.com/search_for_a_local_support_group.htm

 Kids With Food Allergies, Inc.: Parents of Food Allergic Kids Forum 

http://www.kidswithfoodallergies.org/community.html

Select Wisely 

Web site: http://www.selectwisely.com/ 

Description: These wallet-sized cards contain food allergy messages and warnings in 

several foreign languages, which can be used when communicating with non-English 

speakers at home or abroad.

B. Specific Allergies and Intolerances (in alphabetical order by allergen)

1. Egg

Egg Allergy 

Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Web site: 

http://my.clevelandclinic.org/childrens_hospital/pediatric_health_information/food_allergy_di

ets.aspx#2

Description: This fact sheet includes a chart that lists egg products, egg-containing 

ingredients and egg-containing foods. It also includes sample egg substitutions.

Egg Allergy Diet

Oregon Health and Science University

Web site: http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/health/health-information/topic-byid.cfm?ContentTypeId=85&ContentId=P00015

Description: This Web article includes a comprehensive list of foods allowed and not 

allowed on an egg-free diet, categorized by food group. Also includes possible sources of 

eggs or egg products to look for on a food label and information for using egg substitutes. 

Egg Allergy: The Facts

Allergy/Asthma Information Association of Canada

Full text: http://www.aaia.ca/en/egg_brochure_en.pdf (PDF 3KB)

http://www.aaia.ca/fr/egg_brochure_fr.pdf (French, PDF 5KB)

Description: This brochure explains what to look for on a food label, how to substitute for 

eggs in baking and reviews frequently asked questions. 
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Nutrition and Fitness: Egg Allergy

Seattle Children’s Hospital

Web site: http://www.seattlechildrens.org/kids-health/page.aspx?id=60795

Description: This Web site discusses how egg allergies are diagnosed and treated, and 

how an individual can live comfortably with an egg allergy.

Tips for Managing an Egg Allergy

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network

Web site: http://www.foodallergy.org/page/egg-allergy

Description: This online fact sheet provides substitutes for eggs when baking, identifies 

hidden sources of egg and answers common questions about egg allergies and influenza 

vaccines. 

2. Fish and Shellfish

Fish Allergy

The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network

Web site: http://www.foodallergy.org/page/fish-allergy

Description: This Web site lists unexpected sources of fish for allergic individuals to watch 

for, and answers frequently asked questions about food allergies.

Fish Allergy 

Food Allergy Initiative

Web site: http://www.faiusa.org/?page=fish

Description: This web resource provides a simple description of fish allergies and lists 

foods that fish allergic individuals should avoid. 

Seafood Allergy 

Canadian Food Inspection Agency

ISBN: 978-1-100-14805-2

Full text: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/labeti/allerg/fispoie.shtml

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/labeti/allerg/fispoie.pdf (PDF 68KB)

Description: This brochure reviews the symptoms and treatment of seafood allergies, the 

difference between fish, crustacean and shellfish allergies, and histamine poisoning. It is 

also lists other names for fish, crustaceans and shellfish, possible food and nonfood 

sources. 

Ordering Information: Cat. No. A104-84/2010E

Shellfish Allergy

Food Allergy Initiative

Web site: http://www.faiusa.org/?page=shellfish

Description: This web resource provides a simple description of fish allergies and lists 

foods that shellfish allergic individuals should avoid. 
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Shellfish Allergy 

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Web site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/shellfish-allergy/DS00987

Description: This web resource reviews signs and symptoms of a shellfish allergy, causes, 

screening and diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

3. Milk Allergies and Lactose Intolerance

Cow’s Milk Allergy versus Lactose Intolerance

National Dairy Council

Full text:

http://www.nationaldairycouncil.org/Research/DairyCouncilDigestArchives/Pages/dcd77-

3Page1.aspx

http://www.nationaldairycouncil.org/SiteCollectionDocuments/research/dairy_council_diges

ts/2006/dcd773.pdf (PDF 322KB) 

Description: This news article outlines the difference between milk protein allergy and 

lactose intolerance, including causes, prevalence, symptoms and management of each.

Milk Allergy

Food Allergy Initiative

Web site: http://www.faiusa.org/?page=milk

Description: This web article defines milk allergies and foods and ingredients to avoid. It 

also lists alternatives to milk and nondairy sources of calcium. 

Milk Allergy

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Web site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/milk-allergy/DS01008

Description: This substantial Web site includes information on milk allergy symptoms, 

causes, risk factors, complications, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and support.

Milk Allergy in Infants

Nemours Foundation

Web site: http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/allergies/milk_allergy.html

Description: This comprehensive web article contains information specific to milk allergies 

in infants, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment information, as well as unsafe 

formulas and advice for switching formulas.

Milk for Kids with Lactose Intolerance

Food and Nutrition Service, USDA

Web site: http://www.fns.usda.gov/tn/resources/nibbles/milk.pdf (PDF 10KB)

Description: This fact sheet for parents defines lactose intolerance, what to do if you 

suspect lactose intolerance in your child and how to incorporate milk products for a child 

who is lactose intolerant.
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What I Need to Know About Lactose Intolerance

National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, National Institute of Diabetes and 

Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), NIH, DHHS

Full text: http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/lactoseintolerance_ez/

http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/lactoseintolerance_ez/lactoseintolerance.pdf

(PDF 30KB)

Description: An easy to read publication with colorful illustrations which outlines important 

points related to lactose intolerance, including symptoms of lactose intolerance, 

management of symptoms, identifying sources of lactose and getting enough calcium. 

Ordering Information: NIH Publication No. 10-2751

What People with Lactose Intolerance Need to Know About Osteoporosis

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of 

Health (NIH) Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases ~ National Resource Center, NIH, 

DHHS

Full Text: 

http://www.niams.nih.gov/health_info/bone/Osteoporosis/Conditions_Behaviors/lactose_int

olerance.asp

http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Bone/chinese/lactose_chinese.asp (Chinese)

Description: This web article defines the link between lactose intolerance and 

osteoporosis and provides bone health strategies to help strengthen bones when lactose 

intolerant.

4. Peanut / Tree Nut

Beyond a Peanut

Mind Flight LLC 

Web site: http://www.beyondapeanut.com/

Description: These flashcards can be used to teach individuals about staying safe with a 

tree nut and peanut allergy. 

Online Ordering: http://www.beyondapeanut.com/Beyond_A_Peanut_Products.html

The Complete Peanut Allergy Handbook

Scott H. Sicherer, MD and Terry Malloy

New York, NY: Berkeley Publishing Group, 2005. 304 pp.

ISBN: 0425204413

Description: This handbook is a guide to understanding and preventing peanut allergy 

attacks. Content includes information that parents need to know to protect themselves and 

their children from food allergies.
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Flying with a Food Allergy

The Food Allergies and Anaphylaxis Network 

Web site: http://www.foodallergy.org/page/7

Description: This online fact sheet provides guidelines for peanut-allergic airline

passengers flying in the United States.

Peanut Allergy 

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Web site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/peanut-allergy/DS00710

Description: An article on peanut allergies that reviews the difference between peanut 

intolerances and peanut allergies, signs of an anaphylactic reaction, means of exposure 

and foods that can trigger symptoms. It also reviews risk factors, diagnosis and treatment 

options. 

The Peanut Allergy Answer Book: 2nd Edition

Michael C. Young

New York, NY: Fair Winds Press, 2006. 168 pp.

ISBN: 1592332331

Description: Written by an allergist, this book provides the background medical information 

on peanut allergies, identifying peanut ingredients in foods, advice for dealing with schools, 

daycare centers and airlines. 

Tree Nuts - One of the Nine Most Common Food Allergens

Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Catalogue No.: A104-84/2010E

ISBN: 978-1-100-14805-2

Full text: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/labeti/allerg/nutnoie.shtml

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/labeti/allerg/nutnoie.pdf (PDF 10KB)

Description: This brochure reviews symptoms and treatment options for tree nut allergies, 

as well as frequently asked questions about tree nut allergies. 

5. Sesame Seeds

Seed Allergy

Food Allergy Initiative

Web site: http://www.faiusa.org/?page=seeds

Description: This Web site contains information about how to avoid eating sesame seeds, 

and includes a list of ingredients and foods that indicate the presence of sesame seed 

protein. 
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Sesame Allergy Facts

Kids with Food Allergies

Web site: 

http://www.kidswithfoodallergies.org/resourcespre.php?id=107&title=sesame_allergy

Description: Web article on the growth of sesame seed allergies in children. 

Sesame seeds - One of the nine most common food allergens

Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Full text: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/labeti/allerg/sese.shtml

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/labeti/allerg/sese.pdf (PDF 4KB)

Description: This brochure reviews symptoms and treatment of an allergic reaction and 

frequently asked questions about sesame seed allergies. 

6. Soy 

Soy Allergy

Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Web site: http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/healthinfo/docs/3300/3322.asp?index=11320

Description: This article provides information on who gets soy allergies, what are the 

symptoms, how to avoid exposure and how to be prepared for a reaction.

Soy Allergy 

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Web site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/soy-allergy/DS00970

Description: A Web article that reviews the signs of a soy allergy, causes, risk factors and 

products to avoid, including hidden sources of soy.

Tips for Managing a Soy Allergy

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network

Web site: http://www.foodallergy.org/allergens/soy.html

Description: This Web site includes three quick tips for people with soy allergies, a soyfree recipe and links to an article about the relationship between peanut and soy allergies. 

7. Sulfite Sensitivity 

Sulfite Sensitivity

Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Full text: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/labeti/allerg/sulphe.shtml

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/labeti/allerg/sulphe.pdf (PDF 1KB)

Description: This brochure answers frequently asked questions about sulphite sensitivity. 

It also includes lists of alternate names for sulphite, food and nonfood sources and tips to 

prevent cross-contamination.
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Sulfite Sensitivity

Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Web site:

http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/sulfite_sensitivity/hic_sulfite_sensitivity.aspx

Description: This article gives an overview of where sulfites are found, symptoms of a 

sulfite allergy, and how it is diagnosed. 

Sulfites

Food Marketing Institute

Web site: http://www.fmi.org/media/bg/?fuseaction=sulfites

Description: This web article defines what sulfites are and how they are used in food. It 

describes how to detect sulfites on food labels and lists food sources of sulfites. 

8. Wheat/Gluten Allergy and Sensitivity

Celiac Disease

American Celiac Disease Alliance

Web site: http://americanceliac.org/celiac-disease/

http://americanceliac.org/celiac-disease/cd-spanish/ (Spanish)

Description: This web article discusses the difference between wheat allergy, gluten 

intolerance and celiac disease. 

Celiac Disease News

Celiac Disease Awareness Campaign

Full Text: http://www.celiac.nih.gov/Newsletter.aspx

Description: This email newsletter features news about celiac disease, special events, 

patient and professional meetings and new publications. Available in html and PDF format. 

Online Ordering: http://www.celiac.nih.gov/NewsletterSubscription.aspx 

Celiac Disease Nutrition Guide, 2nd Edition

Tricia Thompson, MS, RD

Chicago, IL: American Dietetic Association, 2006. 48 pp.

ISBN: 0880913061

Web site: http://www.eatright.org/Shop/Product.aspx?id=5052

Description: This edition “survival guide” provides essential information for people 

diagnosed with Celiac disease. 

Ordering Information: Order online from the American Dietetic Association call 1-800-

877-1600 ext. 5000.
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Gluten Free Diet Guide for Families

Children’s Digestive Health and Nutrition Foundation

Full text: http://www.cdhnf.org/user-assets/documents/pdf/GlutenFreeDietGuideWeb.pdf 

(PDF 6 KB)

http://www.cdhnf.org/user-assets/documents/pdf/GlutenFreeDietGuideWebSpanish.pdf

(Spanish, PDF 196KB)

Description: This booklet is a starter guide for newly diagnosed celiac patients and their 

families. The topics cover where gluten is found, what patients can eat, a shopping guide 

and more.

Gluten Intolerance Group Publications

Gluten Intolerance Group of North America

Full text: http://www.gluten.net/publications.php

Description: A variety of consumer-friendly articles, brochures, recipes and other 

resources on topics related to celiac disease. All publications may be downloaded free of 

charge in PDF file format. Some resources are available in Spanish. 

Quick Start Diet Guide for Celiac Disease

Celiac Disease Foundation, Gluten Intolerance Group

Full text: http://www.gluten.net/downloads/print/QuickStartDiet.pdf (PDF 385 KB)

Description: This educational bulletin explains what is allowed and not allowed on a gluten 

free diet, what to look for on food labels and how to adjust to a new diet. 

Raising Your Celiac Child

Children’s Hospital Boston

Web site:

http://www.childrenshospital.org/clinicalservices/Site2166/mainpageS2166P12.html

Description: This 12-segment video resource was developed to help families learn more 

about managing celiac disease. The video topics are varied and include how to start and 

maintain a gluten free diet, how to eat out at school and restaurants, how to adjust & cope 

emotionally and more. Individual segments of the DVD can be viewed online or the entire 

DVD can be ordered. 

What I Need to Know About Celiac Disease

National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, National Institute of Diabetes, 

Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), NIDDK, NIH, DHHS

Full text: http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/celiac_ez/index.htm

http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/celiac_ez/WINTKACeliacDisease.pdf (PDF)

http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/spanish/pubs/celiac_ez/index.htm (Spanish)

Description: An easy-to-read booklet defining celiac disease and outlining its symptoms, 

diagnosis and treatment. The booklet includes some examples of a gluten-free diet.

Ordering Information: NIH Publication No. 07-5755

Online Ordering: http://catalog.niddk.nih.gov/detail.cfm?ID=899
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Wheat Allergy

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network

Web site: http://www.foodallergy.org/page/wheat-allergy

Description: This Web site answers frequently asked questions about wheat allergies, 

including the difference between celiac disease and wheat allergy, and how to substitute for 

wheat flour when baking. 

Wheat Allergy

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Web site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/wheat-allergy/DS01002

Description: This article reviews most aspects of a wheat allergy, including symptoms, 

causes, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. The article includes a list of 

hidden sources of wheat products and tips for eating out. 

Wheat Allergy Information

Food Allergy Initiative

Web site: http://www.faiusa.org/?page=wheat

Description: This Web site defines wheat allergy, and provides a list of common names of 

wheat and foods containing wheat to avoid. It also lists wheat-free alternatives to explore. 

9. Other Allergies and Sensitivities

Corn Allergies

Children’s Hospital for the King’s Daughters

Web site: http://www.chkd.org/HealthLibrary/Facts/Content.aspx?pageid=0458

Description: This Web site lists foods that are likely to have corn products, ingredients that 

may indicate a presence of corn and foods to use vs. foods to avoid. 

Food Additives

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

Web site: http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=20&cont=285

Description: This Web site explains adverse reactions to food additives, possible 

symptoms, diagnosis and prevention. It also lists and defines the eight most common food 

additives that may cause reactions. 

Oral Allergy Syndrome

Allergy UK, British Allergy Foundation

Web site: http://www.allergyuk.org/fs_oralallergy.aspx

Description: This Web site includes symptoms, causes and management of oral allergy 

syndrome. Also includes a chart comparing recognized associations between pollen and 

food allergies 
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C. Contact Information for Organizations Cited (in alphabetical 

order) 

Allergy/Asthma Information Association of Canada

295 The West Mall, Suite 118

Toronto, ON M9C 4Z4

Phone: 1-800-611-7011 or 416-621-4571 Fax: 416-621-5034

E mail: admin@aaia.ca

Web site: http://aaia.ca/en/index.htm

Allergy UK, British Allergy Foundation

Planwell House

LEFA Business Park

Edgington Way

Sidcup, Kent

DA14 5BH

Phone: 01322 619898

Email: info@allergyuk.org

Web site: http://www.allergyuk.org

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology

555 East Wells Street, Suite 1100

Milwaukee, WI 53202-3823

Phone: 800-822-2762 or 414-272-6071

Email: info@aaaai.org

Web site: http://www.aaaai.org/

American Academy of Family Physicians

P.O. Box 11210 

Shawnee Mission, KS 66207-1210

Phone: 800-274-2237

Email: contactcenter@aafp.org

Web site: http://www.aafp.org/

American Celiac Disease Alliance

2504 Duxbury Place

Alexandria, VA 22308

Phone: (703) 622-3331

Email: info@americanceliac.org 

Web site: http://americanceliac.org/
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Anaphylaxis Canada

2005 Sheppard Avenue East, Suite 800

Toronto, Ontario M2J 5B4

Canada

Phone: 416-785-5666 Fax: 416-785-0458

Email: info@anaphylaxis.ca

Web site: http://www.anaphylaxis.org/

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

1233 20th Street, NW, Suite 402

Washington, DC 20036

Phone: 800-7-ASTHMA (800-727-8462)

Email: Info@aafa.org

Web site: http://www.aafa.org/

Beyond A Peanut

Phone: 720-482-0384

Email: info@beyondapeanut.com

Web site: http://beyondapeanut.com

Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Phone: 1-800-442-2342

Email: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/tools/feedback/commene.shtml

Web site: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/

Celiac Disease Awareness Campaign

c/o National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse

2 Information Way

Bethesda, MD 20892–3570

Phone: 800–891–5389 Fax: 703–738–4929

Email: celiac@info.niddk.nih.gov

Web site: www.celiac.nih.gov

Celiac Disease Foundation

13251 Ventura Blvd. #1

Studio City, Ca. 91604 

Phone: 818-990-2354 Fax: 818-990-2379

Email: cdf@celiac.org

Web site: http://www.celiac.org/
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Celiac Sprue Association/United States of America, Inc.

P.O. Box 31700

Omaha, NE 68131-0700

Phone: 877-CSA-4-CSA (877-272-4272) or 402-558-0600

Email: celiacs@csaceliacs.org

Web site: www.csaceliacs.org

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

1600 Clifton Rd. 

Atlanta, GA 30333

Phone: 800-232-4636

Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov

Web site: http://www.cdc.gov/

Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition 

Food and Drug Administration

CFSAN Outreach and Information Center

5100 Paint Branch Parkway HFS-009

College Park, MD 20740-3835

Phone: 800-SAFEFOOD (800-723-3366)

Web site: http://www.fda.gov/Food/default.htm

Children’s Digestive Health and Nutrition Foundation

1501 Bethlehem Pike

P. O. Box 6

Flourtown, PA 19031 

Phone: 215-233-0808 

Email: cdhnf@cdhnf.org

Web site: http://www.cdhnf.org/

Children’s Hospital Boston

Children’s Hospital Celiac Support Group c/o

Division of Gastroenterology and Nutrition

300 Longwood Avenue

Boston, MA 02115 

Phone: 617-355-6000

Web site: http://www.childrenshospital.org/

Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters

601 Children's Lane

Norfolk, VA 23507

Phone: 757-668-7000

Email: http://chkd.org/Contact.aspx

Web site: http://chkd.org/
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Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Cleveland Clinic

9500 Euclid Avenue

Cleveland, OH 44195

Phone: 800.223.2273 ext. 55580

Web site: http://www.clevelandclinic.org/ 

FDA Consumer Magazine

Food and Drug Administration

5600 Fishers Lane, Room 15A-29

Rockville, MD 20857

Phone: 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332)

Web site: http://www.fda.gov/FDAC/

For more information on print orders, please see: 

http://www.fda.gov/opacom/catalog/order.html

The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network

11781 Lee Jackson Hwy., Suite 160

Fairfax, VA 22033-3309

Phone: 800-929-4040 Fax: 703-691-2713

Email: http://www.foodallergy.org/page/contact 

Web site: http://foodallergy.org/ 

Food Allergy Initiative

1414 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 1804 

New York, NY 10019 

Phone: 212-207-1974 Fax: 917-338-5130 

Email: info@faiusa.org

Web site: http://www.faiusa.org/

Food Allergy Research and Resource Program

143 Food Industry Complex

University of Nebraska

Lincoln, NE 68583-0919

Phone: 402-472-2833 (Steve Taylor, Ph.D.) Fax: 402-472-5307 

Email: farrp@unl.edu

Web site: http://farrp.org/ 

Food and Drug Administration

10903 New Hampshire Ave.

Silver Spring, MD 20993

Phone: 888-463-6332

Email: webmail@oc.fda.gov

Web site: http://www.fda.gov/
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Food and Nutrition Service

U.S. Department of Agriculture

3101 Park Center Drive

Alexandria, VA 22302

Phone: 703-305-2062 

Web site: http://www.fns.usda.gov/fns/

Food Marketing Institute

2345 Crystal Drive, Suite 800

Arlington, VA 22202

Phone: 202-452-8444

Email: http://www.fmi.org/?fuseaction=contact

Website: http://www.fmi.org/

Food Safety and Inspection Service

U.S. Department of Agriculture 

1400 Independence Ave., S.W. 

Washington, DC 20250-3700

Phone: 800-233-3935

Email: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/contact_us/Electronic_Mailboxes_Available/index.asp

Website: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/

Gluten Intolerance Group of North America

31214 124th Ave SE

Auburn,WA 98092-3667

Phone: 253-833-6655 Fax: 253-833-6675

Email: info@gluten.net

Web site: www.gluten.net

International Food Information Council Foundation

1100 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Suite 430

Washington, DC 20036 

Phone: 202-269-6540 Fax: 202-269-6547

Email: info@foodinsight.org

Web site: http://www.foodinsight.org/

Kids with Food Allergies

73 Old Dublin Pike, Ste 10, #163 

Doylestown, PA 18901

Phone: 215-230-5394 Fax: 215-340-7674

Email: http://www.kidswithfoodallergies.org/email.php?to=info

Web site: http://www.kidswithfoodallergies.org/
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La Leche League International

PO Box 4079

Schaumburg, IL 60168-4079

Phone: 1-800-LaLeche (800-525-3243) Fax: 847-969-0460

Email: http://www.llli.org/contact/contact_us

Web site: http://www.llli.org/

Living Without Magazine 

PO Box 1998

Sun Valley, Idaho 83353

Web site: http://www.livingwithout.com

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Email: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/contact-us/contactus

Web site: http://www.mayoclinic.com/ 

National Dairy Council

10255 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 900

Rosemont, IL 60018

Email: http://www.nationaldairycouncil.org/AboutNDC/Pages/ContactUs.aspx

Web site: http://www.nationaldairycouncil.org/

National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse

National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), National Institutes 

of Health

NIDDK Clearinghouses Publications Catalog 

5 Information Way

Bethesda, MD 20892–3568 

Phone: 800–860–8747 Fax: 703–738–4929

Email: catalog@niddk.nih.gov

Web site: http://catalog.niddk.nih.gov/

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease

National Institutes of Health

NIAID Office of Communications and Government Relations

5601 Fishers Lane, MSC 9806

Bethesda, MD 20892-9806

Phone: 866-284-4107 Fax: 301-402-3573

E-mail: http://www3.niaid.nih.gov/links_policies/contact_us.htm

Web site: http://www.niaid.nih.gov/
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National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

National Institutes of Health

1 AMS Circle

Bethesda, MD 20892-3675

Phone: 301-495-4484; 877-226-4267

Email: NIAMSinfo@mail.nih.gov

Website: http://www.niams.nih.gov

Nemours Foundation

Email (Kid’s Health): comments@KidsHealth.org

Web site: http://www.nemours.org/

Web Site (Kid’s Health): http://www.kidshealth.org/index.html

Office on Women’s Health

U. S. Department of Health and Human Services

Phone: 800-994-9662

Email: http://www.womenshealth.gov/contact/index.cfm?sawquestions=yes

Websites: http://www.womenshealth.gov/ ; http://www.girlshealth.gov/

Oregon Health and Sciences University

3181 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd.

Portland, Oregon 97239-3098

Phone: 503-494-5274

Email: http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/about/contact.cfm

Website: http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/

PBS Kids

Email: http://www.pbs.org/parents/feedback.html

Web site: http://pbskids.org/

Seattle Children’s Hospital

4800 Sand Point Way NE

Seattle, WA 98105

Phone: 206-987-2000

Email: http://www.seattlechildrens.org/about/contact-form/

Web site: http://www.seattlechildrens.org/

Select Wisely

PO Box 289

2 Main Street

Sparta, New Jersey 07871 USA

Phone: 888-396-9260 

Email: orders@selectwisely.com

Web site: http://www.selectwisely.com/
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This resource list was compiled by: 

Lorraine Butler, RD, Nutrition Information Specialist

Rachel Tobin, MS, RD, Nutrition Information Specialist

Acknowledgment is given to the following FNIC reviewer: 

Gina Hundley Gomez, RD, Nutrition Information Specialist

This publication was developed in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the 

Department of Nutrition and Food Science in the College of Agriculture and Natural 

Resources at the University of Maryland.

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