Center for Food Allergy and Asthma Research

04/07/2026

“To move beyond our current understanding, isolated, single-site research is no longer sufficient.” — Ruchi Gupta, MD, MPH

Check out Dr. Gupta’s latest Q&A with on the launch of FoodSpace, a new centralized hub for food allergy research and data! Read the full article at the link in bio!

04/02/2026

On this episode of Real Talk with Dr. Ruchi, we’re diving into a powerful tool for your health‼️Dr. Ruchi sits down with Dr. Hemant Sharma from to discuss the link between breathing and your immune system. .sharma.md

Dr. Sharma shares a game-changing truth: the single best tip for your immune system is intentional breathing.

✨ The “Straw Breath” Tactic
Want to lower stress immediately? Dr. Sharma recommends the straw breath technique. This simple exercise helps instantly activate your vagus nerve, sending a signal to your brain and lowering your body’s stress response in real-time. 😮‍💨

✅ Key Takeaways:

The Immune Connection: Why how you breathe dictates how your body defends itself.
The Vagus Nerve: Understanding the “reset button” for your nervous system.
The Straw Technique: A step-by-step guide to practicing this immediate stress-reliever.
Daily Consistency: Why regular practice is the key to long-term resilience.

🌟 The goal? Moving from constant stress to mindful calm with simple, science-backed techniques you can do anywhere, anytime.

Watch now! 🎥

04/01/2026

A must-read for the food allergy community! 🥜 CFAAR’s Dr. Chris Warren breaks down the link between food allergies and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). Understanding the psychological toll of food avoidance is key to better patient care.

Check out the highlights from his recent feature in the Medscape article: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/food-allergic-adults-may-shun-nonallergenic-items-2026a10009ln

03/30/2026

On this National Doctors Day, CFAAR extends our gratitude to the dedicated medical professionals who champion the health and well-being of those living with allergies, asthma, eczema and related conditions. Thank you for all the important work you do. ❤️🩺

03/30/2026

Transitioning to young adulthood is a major milestone & for those with food allergies, it comes with a unique set of challenges. We are so proud of our very own Maya, a valued member of the CFAAR team, for her contribution to this vital piece on raising confident, independent young adults.

Check out the full publication via Allergy Advocates NY to learn more about navigating this journey:

When Maya Konoff was a young child experiencing many severe allergic reactions in just her first few years of life, it might have been hard for her mother Jill Mindlin to imagine one day she would go away to college, study abroad in Spain, and graduate from Syracuse University.

03/27/2026

We are so excited to receive a copy of Invisibly Allergic!📖💜

Navigating a world not designed for your safety is a daily reality for the 33 million Americans living with life-threatening food allergies. In this powerful memoir, Zoë Slaughter blends personal storytelling with advocacy to expose the gaps in our food systems and labeling laws.

Invisibly Allergic is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the emotional and logistical weight of an invisible disability, and how we can all work toward a more inclusive, safer future.

Learn more: https://invisiblyallergic.com

03/26/2026

On this episode of Real Talk with Dr. Ruchi, Dr. Ruchi sits down with Olga Kagan, PhD, founder of FANA , to discuss the vital role of nurses and the digital evolution of care. Dr. Kagan highlights a crucial truth: to support the heartbeat of healthcare, we must embrace the power of telenursing and innovative technology. 🩺

✅ Key Takeaways:
The Power of Care: Why nursing remains the backbone of the medical field.
The Telenursing Shift: Leveraging tech to expand access and support providers.
Human-Centric Innovation: How FANA is bridging the gap for food allergy care

🌟 The goal? Resilience, innovation, and a smarter path for patient care. Watch now! 🎥

03/24/2026

We will miss you, Skylar! Thank you for being such an awesome team member! Skylar started as a summer scholar and then supported the CFAAR Forward Study as a research study assistant. Best of luck in New York, we wish you the best in your future endeavors.💜

🌟Be sure to follow along with Skylar’s allergy tips:

03/17/2026

We are so proud of Dr. Chris Warren for his leadership in his role as Chairperson of FAAAC (Food Allergy AWARE Advisory Council), Year 2 and wrote "National Indicator Report on Food Allergy" with extensive input and approval from the rest of the council.

The report covers food allergy topics such as prevalence of food allergies in the United States, burden of food allergies, diagnosis and management of food allergies, food allergy prevention, as well as selected food allergy syndromes. It's a comprehensive overview and resource for anyone who wants to learn more about food allergies.

We are grateful for funding from the CDC and for FARE for publishing this report as a resource for everyone.

Download and read the report here:https://www.foodallergy.org/sites/default/files/2026-02/FARE_NIR_FINAL%201.pdf

03/13/2026

On this episode of Real Talk with Dr. Ruchi, we’re exploring the future of allergy management! Dr. Ruchi sits down with Dr. Brian Vickery, Chief of Allergy at Emory University, to discuss food allergy treatment.


Dr. Vickery shares a crucial truth: we are moving beyond simple “avoidance only” and into an era of active intervention. They dive into the latest clinical advancements, including the role of Xolair and the process of desensitization through Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) and how these pathways are changing the game for families.

✅ Key Takeaways:
The Treatment Shift: Why “avoidance only” is no longer the only option.
OIT & Desensitization: Understanding the science of building tolerance.
The Role of Xolair: How new biologics are adding a layer of protection.
Your Medical Team: Why working closely with your allergist is the key to a safe, successful plan.

🌟 The goal? Moving from fear to focus with science-backed options that improve quality of life. Watch now! 🎥

03/11/2026

Great connecting with so many leaders in the food allergy community at the Food Allergy Symposium (FASI) for Industry in Boston! 🥜

Attendees had the opportunity to hear Dr. Ruchi Gupta share insights during her talk, “Data, Disparities & Discovery: Insights from the World’s Leading Food Allergy Research,” highlighting the latest research shaping food allergy care and prevention.

We were also proud to have a booth representing CFAAR and Yobee, where we connected with clinicians, researchers, and industry partners passionate about improving the lives of those with food allergies. Plus attendees got to receive copies of Dr. Ruchi’s books and check out our Yobee products!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more, share ideas, and support our mission. We’re excited to keep moving the field forward together! 💜

03/11/2026

In a new report, CFAAR’s Dr. Chris Warren details the impact of on public health, with 33 million Americans living with the condition at a societal cost of $370.8 billion.

Read the full Medscape article here: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/report-1-5-adults-developed-food-allergies-after-age-18-2026a10006lk?utm_source=IPHAM%20Newsletter&utm_campaign=9c88d1bfad-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_20240730_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_2a4acb4f45-9c88d1bfad-79074749&form=fpf