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May 19, 2022
137: Alpha Gal Syndrome - the "Meat Allergy"
Food Allergy Awareness Week Epsiode Due to successive tick bites, Amanda Warren became allergic to all mammalian meats (meat allergy); developed a secondary allergy to milk, cheeses, animal byproducts and carrageenan, as well as airborne lipid and...
Food Allergy Awareness Week Epsiode Due to successive tick bites, Amanda Warren became allergic to all mammalian meats (meat allergy); developed a secondary allergy to milk, cheeses, animal byproducts and carrageenan, as well as airborne lipid and particle reactivity.
The Alpha Gal Syndrome diagnosis upended Amanda's personal food world. As a School Nutrition Director, chef, and educator, it changed how she feeds thousands of kids every day, and brought to mind thoughtful concerns around allergy management, food labeling, and our food system.
Join Tracy and Amanda during Food Allergy Awareness Week as they discuss what has been the most difficult experience after her AGS diagnosis and the priorities she thinks could make the greatest impact around alpha-gal, RIGHT NOW?
Connect with Tracy: facebook.com/groups/EatingataMeeting thrivemeetings.com
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Amanda Warren
School Nutrition Director
Amanda Warren is an advocate and educator committed to raising awareness about Alpha Gal Syndrome, a complex tick-borne condition. Her journey began after a personal encounter with this illness, which can trigger a range of immune responses from gastrointestinal distress to hives, rashes, flushing, fatigue, and joint pain. These varied and often overlapping symptoms make the condition frequently misdiagnosed, complicating its treatment. Through her work, Amanda seeks to educate the public and healthcare professionals about the syndrome, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and effective management. Her efforts aim to shed light on this often misunderstood condition and support those affected by it.