While writing about this post, the 1970’s song Love is in the Air by John Paul Young came to mind (and hasn’t left).
Whether you’re an adult, teen, or parent of a teen with food allergies or celiac disease, the thought of love in the air and dating may make your hair stand on end.
Enjoy this collection of articles which covers all things kissing and romance to help you and your loved ones stay safe.
Kissing Can Cause Allergic Reactions
FARE
Provides crucial precautions to avoid allergic reactions while kissing including what scientists have found to be the most reliable way to remove peanut residue from saliva.
Help! My Gluten-Free Teen Is About to Start Dating!
GLUTEN-FREE LIVING
This mom of two daughters, one of whom has celiac disease, gives many tips to help children and parents prepare for the dating world. The article includes dating solutions on how not to appear “uncool” on a dinner date as well as favorite gluten-free “go-to’s”.
Lessons from a Peanut Kiss Death: Boyfriend Didn’t Know of Allergy
ALLERGIC LIVING
Micheline Ducré speaks out about the circumstances surrounding her daughter’s tragic death following a kiss by her boyfriend who had recently eaten peanut butter. The mother and Allergic Living Magazine provide important reminders for people with food allergies and asthma including informing friends.
Breathe Easy as You Plan an Allergy- and Asthma-free Valentine’s Day
ACAAI
Five tips from ACAAI on keeping your valentine safe including what not to wear and what flowers to include in your bouquet.
VALENTINE’S DAY WITH FOOD ALLERGIES
ADULTS WITH ALLERGIES
Giulia has come up with some great tips and tricks for taking initiative and mastering Valentine’s Day. From planning ahead to keeping it simple, she dishes out advice including her most important piece that involves your loved one.
Dating Decisions: Ways Teens with Food Allergies Can Stay Safe
KIDS WITH FOOD ALLERGIES
Teens and 20-somethings give us their take on handling dating with food allergies. Their safe dating tips cover eating out, having “the talk”, avoiding a reaction and fun non-food dates as well as others.
Top 10 Dating Tips for Gluten-Free Singles
NO GLUTEN
Brian Jackson dives into 10 dating tips to help your date go smoothly. He offers great suggestions on bringing up the topic as well as homework to complete prior to your date.
Dating with Food Allergies 101
ALLERGIC LIVING
Mentions the pros of having a romantic meal at your place and the cons of wine and alcohol in the setting of anaphylaxis. People making fun of your condition? Here’s what to say!
5 Life-Saving Dating Tips for Highly Allergic People
WOMENS HEALTH MAGAZINE
Food allergy expert, Jan Hanson, provides dating suggestions on topics ranging from communication to condoms.
Gluten Free Dating Tips
TASTY MEDITATION
Advice on dating with celiac disease from what to do on your “first foodie date” to what to look for in a long term relationship. The article recommends what to share and not want to share.
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Great articles. I shared a few with my college bond daughter! I’m amazed at how much more comfortable she is now discussing her allergies with new friends than she was when she was in middle school.
It’s great that she is comfortable discussing her allergies with her high school friends. Communication really is key. I hope the articles gave her some tips to approach difficult subjects and situations related to dating.