Dr. Lotz Addressing Halloween and Food Allergies in Voice-Tribune
For the six million children with food allergies, haunted houses and spooky costumes aren’t the only scary parts of Halloween. An allergic reaction from sweet treats can be rather frightening for kids and their parents alike. That’s because food allergies are on the rise and traditional Halloween candy often contains peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, egg, and soy. These are all common triggers of a serious reaction known medically as “anaphylaxis.”
