Food Allergy and Your Kiddo

Food allergies can be tricky for anyone to understand, and as a physician, I’ve noticed that even healthcare professionals get confused about the differences with different types of food reactions, let alone when to give epinephrine. Dr Hoyt does a wonderful job clarifying common myths with evidence-based guidelines and also reassuring food allergy families. My only wish was that there was more day-to-day guidance for familIes living with different types of food allergies. For example, I wish the summer camp tips episode focused on detailed specific steps for preparing with examples of different scenarios. But it felt a bit light it just touched the surface and then Dr Hoyt and Pam went on a few different tangents. In the OIT episode from the patient, I wish we heard a discussion about pros and cons, what the actual appointments were like, other tips to consider, rather than just hearing the mom simply share that she felt happy about OIT. I also agree with another reviewer that the Disney episode was a bit disappointing and focused mainly on a specific Disney World agent. Otherwise, I am so thankful for her wonderful podcast as a professional and personal resource. I hope my constructive feedback will be considered for future episodes.

I’ve learned so much on Dr Hoyt’s podcast and it’s really helped me navigate my toddler’s peanut and egg allergies. I had to administer epinephrine for the first time this weekend when my toddler had a reaction that included violent coughing and vomiting while we were at Disneyland. I had so much gratitude to Dr Hoyt during that event because I have heard epis discussed frequently on her show, I was well prepared with epinephrine in my diaper bag, and the Auvi-Q epi Dr Hoyt recommended on this show was extremely simple and effective to use. We asked a Disneyland worker for assistance to get to an emergency room and my toddler recovered quickly. Throughout the experience I felt guided by Dr Hoyt’s voice (rather than even my own allergist’s) and I’m just so grateful to her for making the information on this podcast available. Thank you so much Dr Hoyt. 100% recommend.

Was really looking forward to the Disney episode, but it was just a long advertisement for Pixie Lizzie and using a travel agency. Would have loved some actual tips on how to manage quick service, or snacks, or what to say to the chef when they come to the table.

Great and hopeful information!!