Videos
How Peanuts Meet Today’s School Nutrition Challenges
Now that we’re entering the third pandemic year, K-12 is stretched to the limit with supply chain issues, staffing shortages and rising food prices. School nutrition experts Dayle Hayes, MS, RD, and Jeanne Reilly, NDTR, SNS talk about overcoming obstacles, how and why peanuts and peanut butter are essential in these trying times and how to manage this common allergen in a school setting.
Talking about Introducing Peanuts is the First Step to Peanut Allergy Prevention
The best way to prevent peanut allergies is to introduce peanut foods into a baby’s diet between 4-6 months of age. This data is presented in the LEAP study and has been part of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans since 2020. Parents and caregivers may have questions or concerns about this process, and knowing they can turn to their healthcare providers to answer those questions is important.
As clinicians, being equipped to have a conversation about when and how to introduce peanut foods means that you can provide parents and caregivers the tools they need to feel confident and empowered to take the necessary steps to prevent peanut allergy for their child.
The National Peanut Board worked with parents and content creators Jordyn Rush, Jamie Yang, and Madi McDaniel to have conversations with clinicians Dr. Theresa Jacobs, MD; Brian Bizik, PA; and Sarah Schlichter, RD; to share the process on their social media platforms. This video is an example of how a conversation with a parent can go, and the information they may be looking for in a consultation about allergy prevention.
Food Allergy Tips for Parents
Chef and registered dietitian Garrett Berdan offers tips to parents for creating accommodating environments for their children with food allergies.
Preparing All Purpose Peanut Sauce in School Foodservice
School nutrition pros can take peanut butter beyond the classic PB&J and add a tasty element to a variety of dishes with this simple recipe for all-purpose peanut sauce.
How to Create an Allergen Management Plan
An allergen management plan is vital in school nutrition and Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN, LD, provides resources to help you start or update this important document. From location considerations and team members to stock epinephrine and communication, you will have the makings of a comprehensive plan. View the CDC’s Voluntary Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies in Schools for more details.
Diagnosing Children with Food Allergies
Some confusion exists about the proper diagnosis of a food allergy. Dr. JJ Levenstein explains what parents need to know.
Preventing Peanut Allergy
The research is in—you can take action and help your child avoid a peanut allergy. New government guidelines encourage parents to introduce peanut foods to their infant as early as 4-6 months -depending on the child's risk- to prevent a peanut allergy. This animated video will help you understand the new guidelines, determine your child's risk and provides easy, baby-friendly recipes for you to try.
Preparing Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches in School Foodservice
Making PB&Js, while preventing cross-contact of food allergens, is made simple with these step-by-step instructions from registered dietitians and foodservice professionals.
Proper introduction of allergenic foods
Dr. JJ Levenstein discusses the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendations for proper introduction of potential allergens to a child’s diet.
Best Practices for Handling Food Allergens in School Foodservice
Registered dietitian nutritionist and chef Garrett Berdan and food allergy expert Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN, LD, share tips for effectively managing food allergens in K-12 school foodservice.