Let’s Talk Food Allergies

By Lisa Woodruff Nutrition

Dietitian and food allergy mom Lisa Woodruff is the host of Let’s Talk Food Allergies, a podcast inspired by her first book, "Be A Food Allergy Helper!" Lisa explores the raw emotions and realities of... more

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How many episodes does Let’s Talk Food Allergies have?

The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.

Let’s Talk Food Allergies episodes:

October 16, 2023 #10: All Things Snacks and Kids with Suzi Hinck, The Parenting Dietitian
If you are a parent that struggles with what to feed your child at snacks, then you need to listen to this podcast. Whether you are a food allergy family or not, snacks play an important role in how we feed our families.
Today I’m talking with Suzi Hinck, dietitian and owner of The Parenting Dietitian. Suzi shares advice on all things snacks, as well as strategies for helping children nurture a healthy relationship with all foods.
In this interview, we chat about:
* What do we need to know about kids and snacks?
* Should kids get choices at snack time?
* What is the difference between meals and snacks?
* What are misconceptions about snacks?
* How can parents normalize fruits and vegetables?
* What are parents’ responsibilities at meals and snacks?
Find the notes for this episode at www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/podcast/10.
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May 31, 2023#09: Navigating Play and Food Allergies with Molly Bishop
On this episode I am talking with Molly Bishop, playworker and owner of Navigation Play, a small business located in Williamsburg, Iowa. Molly organizes child-led play experiences, family events, kids classes and more while making play a priority in her community.
In addition to reviewing the importance of child-led play, Molly and I also discuss navigating hidden food allergens in play materials and how her programs strive to make a welcoming environment for anyone who wants to be involved. And now, let’s talk food allergies!

Connect with Molly:
Molly’s summer programming and services (and more play resources) can be found on her website: www.navigationplay.com.
Instragram: @navigationplay

Facebook: Navigation Play

Podcast: Navigation Play Podcast
Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
Kids with Food Allergies (KFA): Rice Play Dough recipe

Potential Food Allergens in School Crafts & Supplies (KFA download guide)

KFA: Oobleck recipe with corn-free substitution

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): handwashing poster download

Connect with Lisa:
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online, almost everywhere that books are sold. Be a Food Allergy Helper! can help you feel more confident starting (or continuing) the conversation about food allergies with your family or classroom. And if you buy a digital download during the month of May, one hardcover book will be donated to the public library of your choice (within the continental United States). Learn more.
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition

Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC

Blog: Allergy Friendly Nutrition with Lisa Woodruff, RDN

Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies

Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.

Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley

Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon

Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood

Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
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57min
May 13, 2023 #08: Be a Food Allergy Helper! One Year Anniversary
On this episode I am talking with Olive Phan, who illustrated my first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! In addition to sharing her creative process behind the artwork, Olive and I also discuss the importance of representation in food allergy books for children and the use of art in validating emotions and experiences. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
Be a Food Allergy Helper! by Lisa Woodruff and illustrated by Olive Phan
Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): Facts and Statistics
How to Donate a Food Allergy Children’s Book to a Library
Connect with Olive:
Instragram: @yazziewonphon
Website: www.yazziewonphon.com
Connect with Lisa:
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online, almost everywhere that books are sold. Be a Food Allergy Helper! can help you feel more confident starting (or continuing) the conversation about food allergies with your family or classroom. And if you buy a digital download during the month of May, one hardcover book will be donated to the public library of your choice (within the continental United States). Learn more.
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
Blog: Allergy Friendly Nutrition with Lisa Woodruff, RDN
Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley
Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
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22min
April 11, 2023 #07: Infant Feeding with Food Allergies + Sarah and Nelle's Story
On this episode I am talking with Sarah Lauterbach, who helped inspire and support my journey to become a food allergy dietitian. She has taken an intentional stance to teach her young children how to understand food allergies and advocate for safe foods. In addition to sharing her daughter’s journey with food allergies, Sarah and I also talk about some of the struggles with introducing table foods in babies with (and without) food allergies. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): ⁠www.foodallergy.org ⁠
⁠Find an Allergist search tool⁠
⁠FARE Trained Registered Dietitian search tool⁠
Kids with Food Allergies (KFA): ⁠Top food allergies download guides & chef cards⁠
Baby’s First: Reduce the Risk campaign from FARE: ⁠www.babysfirst.org⁠
⁠Assess Your Baby’s Risk for Certain Food Allergies⁠
Connect with Lisa Woodruff, RDN:
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies
Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley
Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
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54min
March 14, 2023#06: Special Episode - Kids Talk Food Allergies
I've collected questions about food allergies from kids and families, and I've shared them with experts who can help me answer them. This episode is for YOU whether you have food allergies yourself or know someone that does. So, find a curious family member to listen with you and let's talk food allergies!

Connect with the experts on this episode:
A special thanks to all the experts that helped me answer your questions today. Here is how you can connect with them:
Dr. Farah Kahn on Instagram @Farah.khan.md

Ina Chung on Instagram @TheAsianAllergyMom

Katie and Lauren on Instagram @FoodAllergyMom

Katie Holl on Instagram @KatieHollCreative

Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode available at www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/podcast/06.

Connect with Lisa:
Lisa's first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition

Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC

Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies

Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies

Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anapylaxis Emergency Care Plan.

Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley

Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon

Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
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27min
February 07, 2023#05: Friendship and Mental Health Amid Food Allergy Life with The Food Allergy Moms
On this episode I chat with Katie and Lauren, also known as the Food Allergy Moms. Katie and Lauren started the Food Allergy Mom blog in early 2022 and quickly grew a community as The Food Allergy Moms on Instagram. They are passionate about providing support, ideas, and resources for moms raising littles with food allergies.

In addition to sharing how the Food Allergy Mom blog came to fruition, they share the importance of their friendship as well as prioritizing mental health amid life as food allergy parents. And now, let’s talk food allergies!

Connect with The Food Allergy Moms (Katie and Lauren):
The Food Allergy Moms’ list of Top 9 Resources for New Food Allergy Moms, in addition to many other helpful resources, can be found on their blog, Food Allergy Mom. A new post is shared every Tuesday morning.
Instagram: @thefoodallergymoms

Facebook: @FoodAllergyMom

Website: foodallergymom.com

Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): Find a support group

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT): Find a support group or Start a support group

The Food Allergy Counselor: The Food Allergy Counselor Directory of allergy-informed therapists

Connect with Lisa:
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition

Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC

Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies

Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.

Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.

Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley

Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon

Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood

Copyright (C) 2023 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
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56min
January 03, 2023 #04: Overcoming People Pleasing + the Chung Family’s Story
On this episode I am talking with Ina Chung, also known as The Asian Allergy Mom on Instagram. Ina is Korean American and has a daughter with multiple food allergies. She is passionate about sharing safe foods from her heritage cuisine in order to help expand menu variety in food allergy families.
In addition to sharing her family’s journey with food allergies, Ina shares her experience with addressing people pleasing tendencies and strategies to help politely advocate for kids with food allergies. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Connect with Ina:
Ina’s recipe for Show-stopping Braised Short Ribs, in addition to many other allergy-friendly Korean recipes, can be found on her blog, The Asian Allergy Mom.
Instagram: @theasianallergymom
Website: www.theasianallergymom.com
Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
National Jewish Health Food Allergy Program (Pediatric) in Denver, Colorado
Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): www.foodallergy.org
Dr. Dave Stukis on Instagram @allergykidsdoc
The Food Allergy Moms on Instagram @thefoodallergymoms or blog at foodallergymom.com.
Connect with Lisa Woodruff, RDN:
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition
Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC
Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies
Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley
Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2022 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
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59min
December 06, 2022#03: Disney World with Food Allergies + the Driessens Family’s Story
On this episode, I am talking with Katie Driessens, fellow dietitian and food allergy mom. Katie’s son was diagnosed with egg, milk, and tree nut allergies before he turned one.
In addition to sharing her family’s journey with food allergies, Katie offers suggestions and resources for parents and individuals that want to to travel or visit Disney World. And now, let’s talk food allergies!

Connect with Katie:
Read more about Katie’s experience at Disney World with a food allergy child on her blog, Dietetics with Driessens.
Instagram: @functional.nutrition.dietitian

Website: www.dieteticswithdriessens.org

Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
The Food Allergy Counselor Directory & Resources: www.foodallergycounselor.com

My Disney Experience Mobile App: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/

Podcast for Disney fans with food allergies: Food Allergy Fast Pass

Allergy-free Guide to Disney World: www.allergyfreemouse.com

My Allergy-Friendly Cookbook by Lisa Woodruff, RDN: www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/store

Connect with Lisa Woodruff, RDN:
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition

Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC

Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies

Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.

Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.

Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley

Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon

Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood

Copyright (C) 2022 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
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1h 5min
November 08, 2022#02: Advocating for Food Allergies + the Holl Family’s Story
On this episode I am talking with Katie Holl, author of the children’s book Charlie Learns About Her Food Allergies. Katie is a mom to not one, but three children with multiple food allergies. In addition to sharing her family’s journey with food allergies, Katie offers suggestions and resources for parents and individuals that want to get involved with food allergy advocacy. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Connect with Katie:
Katie’s first book, Charlie Learns About Her Food Allergies is available online through her website at www.katiehollcreative.com/shop.
Instagram: @katiehollcreative

Facebook: Katie Holl Creative

Website: www.katiehollcreative.com
Food Allergy Resources mentioned in this episode:
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease: 2017 Addendum Guidelines for the Prevention of Peanut Allergy in the United States

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): New to Food Allergies: Where to Start

Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE): Facts and Statistics

Red Sneakers for Oakley: Red sneakers for food allergy awareness

Elijah-Alavi Foundation: Nationwide food allergy & asthma resources for schools in every neighborhood

The Teal Pumpkin Project

How to Donate a Food Allergy Children’s Book to a Library
Connect with Lisa:
Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper or @allergy.friendly.nutrition

Facebook: Lisa Woodruff Nutrition, LLC

Blog: Small Steps towards Joyful Eating with Food Allergies

Private Practice: Nutrition Counseling for Food Allergies
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be a Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general information purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Special thanks for assistance with this podcast:
Music: Collin Braley

Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon

Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright (C) 2022 Lisa Woodruff Nutrition
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1h 1min
October 15, 2022 #01: Halloween with Food Allergies + the Johnson Family’s Story
In this episode I talk with Kelli Johnson, who was one of the first people I turned to for help when my son developed food allergies. Kelli truly is an inspiration for food allergy parents everywhere. In addition to sharing her son’s journey with food allergies, Kelli offers suggestions and resources for making Halloween more inclusive for all food allergy children. And now, let’s talk food allergies!
Food allergy resources mentioned:
· The Teal Pumpkin Project: www.tealpumpkinproject.org
· Food Allergy Research & Education: www.foodallergy.org
· Allergic Living’s Allergy-Friendly Halloween Candy & Treat List 2022: www.allergicliving.com/2022/10/05/allergic-livings-allergy-friendly-halloween-candy-treats-list-2022/
Connect with Lisa:
· Website: www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com
· Instagram: @beafoodallergyhelper
Lisa’s first children’s book, Be A Food Allergy Helper! is available online wherever books are sold. Learn more at www.lisawoodruffnutrition.com/books.
Disclaimer: This conversation, and podcast in general, is provided for general informational purposes only; it is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. As always, individuals with food allergies should consult with their healthcare team to create an individualized Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Music: Collin Braley
Cover art: Olive Phan @yazziewonphon
Photography: Chris Woodruff @chr1spwood
Copyright © 2022 LWN
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58min

FAQs about Let’s Talk Food Allergies:

How many episodes does Let’s Talk Food Allergies have?

The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.