How to Avoid Food Allergy Surprises During the Holidays Make an Appointment Ask a Question Search Conditions National Jewish Health food allergy expert BJ Lanser, MD, shares tips for navigating food allergies during holiday parties. Related Videos Uncertainty and Fear Surround Food Allergies What Are Food Allergies and How Are the Treated? Video Transcript Are you prepared to manage your food allergies over the holidays? Nearly 6 million American children have a food allergy. We stress being prepared and having a plan in place for how to deal with those surprises. Follow these tips to avoid for allergy surprises: Tip #1 Don't go anywhere without epinephrine. Tip #2 Inform party hosts of allergies. Tip #3 Volunteer to host and ask guests to bring non-food items. Tip #4 Make food labels available. Have a safe and happy holiday season. Want to use this on your website? Fill out the content usage request form and then copy this code: