Food Allergy Institute

Food Allergy Institute Eat Safely. Live Freely. Eat freely without restriction through the Tolerance Induction Program (TIP).

Founded by Dr. Inderpal Randhawa, SoCal Food Allergy is a nonprofit dedicated to providing innovative and safe treatment for the 6 million children in the U.S. who suffer from food allergies.

🌿 Understanding Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)Have you ever noticed tingling or itching in your mouth after eating certain ...
03/16/2026

🌿 Understanding Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)

Have you ever noticed tingling or itching in your mouth after eating certain raw fruits, vegetables, or nuts? You might be experiencing Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS).

OAS is a type of food allergy that often affects people who are allergic to certain pollens. Symptoms are usually mild and limited to the mouth and throat, though in rare cases, reactions can be more severe.

Common symptoms include:

Tingling or itching in the mouth or throat

Mild swelling of lips, tongue, or throat

Rarely, more serious reactions

Why it happens:
Proteins in some raw foods are similar to pollen proteins, which can trigger your immune system. Cooking or peeling these foods typically makes them safer to eat.

Tips for managing OAS:

Avoid raw trigger foods during peak pollen season

Try cooking or peeling fruits and vegetables

Discuss any reactions with your allergist for personalized guidance

💡 Did you know? People with birch, ragweed, or grass pollen allergies are more likely to experience OAS.

Understanding OAS can help you enjoy your favorite foods safely — and know when to reach out for support.

03/13/2026

Food Freedom Fun Day! 🎉

The Food Allergy Institute’s Community Alliance Team is excited to host a family-friendly, allergy-safe morning of fun at Scooter’s Jungle in El Segundo!

📅 March 28
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Scooter’s Jungle | El Segundo

Kids can enjoy oversized obstacle courses, slides, and inflatable play zones—all in a safe and inclusive environment for food allergy families.

🎟 $10 per child
Parents & guardians attend free.

We can’t wait to bring our community together for a morning of movement, connection, and fun. 🤍

Register here:
https://hubs.li/Q046MqMt0

🌷 Spring is Here! Time to Breathe Easy. 🌷At The Food Allergy Institute, our main focus is helping patients safely manage...
03/11/2026

🌷 Spring is Here! Time to Breathe Easy. 🌷

At The Food Allergy Institute, our main focus is helping patients safely manage and overcome food allergies through our Tolerance Induction Program (TIP). But did you know many of our patients also take advantage of Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) to address environmental allergies like pollen, mold, and dust?

SLIT or Sublingual Immunotherapy is an allergy treatment that places small amounts of an environmental allergen under the tongue. SLIT treats the underlying cause of allergic reactions and is designed to gradually desensitize the immune system to specific environmental allergens.

SLIT can be done alongside TIP, which means you don’t have to wait to start your food allergy treatment while also addressing seasonal allergies.

Here’s how SLIT benefits our patients:
✅ Helps control environmental allergens that can interfere with food allergy treatment
✅ Relieves common seasonal allergy symptoms such as sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and runny noses
✅ Works without delaying food allergy progress
✅ Convenient and patient-friendly

Springtime brings beautiful blooms—but also seasonal allergies that can make life uncomfortable. With SLIT, our patients can continue their TIP journey without missing a beat, enjoying both improved food allergy tolerance and relief from seasonal symptoms.

🌟 Curious if SLIT could help you or your child this spring? It might be the answer to easier allergy management!

For years, eggs were associated with the risk of anaphylaxis for Ashley.Today, her life looks completely different. 🤍“I ...
03/09/2026

For years, eggs were associated with the risk of anaphylaxis for Ashley.

Today, her life looks completely different. 🤍

“I can remember her first introduction of quail egg whites… she was so scared, but she was brave. Now she’s eating 3 whole eggs multiple times a week, coloring eggs at Easter for the first time in 17 years, and enjoying cake, cookies, donuts, and more. It’s amazing.”
—Kristen, Ashley’s mom

Ashley’s journey is a beautiful reminder of what’s possible with the right care, support, and guidance. Every small step builds confidence and opens up a world of experiences that were once out of reach.

We are honored to be part of Ashley’s story and the many other families on their Tolerance Induction Program (TIP) journey. 💛

03/06/2026

🤍✨ Celebrating Olive’s Milestones in TIP! ✨🤍

Olive has been pursuing TIP treatment to overcome her allergies to cow milk, goat milk, eggs, and peanuts. Today, she’s able to eat one egg yolk and tolerate foods that may contain egg — a huge step in her allergy journey!

You don’t have to reach the finish line to see results in TIP treatment. Every appointment unlocks new freedoms, confidence, and milestones, giving patients the courage to try new foods and take steps toward food freedom.

We’re so proud of Olive and all our TIP families — every small victory matters! 💛

03/05/2026

We know TIP treats food allergies—but for many families, that’s only part of the story.

Melissa shares how TIP treatment helped transform her son’s severe eczema, something that had plagued her son for years. Stories like Melissa’s show why taking a comprehensive, immune-focused approach can make a meaningful difference not just in managing food allergies, but in overall health and daily life.

💛 Women’s History Month 💛This month, we’re celebrating the women across every FAI location who help make our mission pos...
03/04/2026

💛 Women’s History Month 💛

This month, we’re celebrating the women across every FAI location who help make our mission possible every single day.

From patient care to operations, clinical support to leadership — these women bring expertise, compassion, and dedication to the work that supports families navigating food allergies.

These women show up with purpose, care deeply about the families we serve, and continue pushing this field forward through the work they do every day.

Thank you for everything you do — for our patients, our families, and for each other.

✨ Happy Women’s History Month.

Food allergy care has come a long way—but many families are still stuck with limited options, mixed messages, and unansw...
03/04/2026

Food allergy care has come a long way—but many families are still stuck with limited options, mixed messages, and unanswered questions.

That’s why we’re inviting you to join The Food Allergy Institute team for a special March webinar:

The Future of Food Allergy Care: An Allergist’s Perspective

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. PST
📍 Where: Virtual via Zoom (registration required)

🎤 Special Guest:
Dr. Waseem Imam, Allergist
Cure Allergy | Dallas, Texas

In this conversation, Dr. Imam will share an allergist’s perspective on where food allergy care has historically fallen short, why avoidance-only care often leaves families feeling stuck, and what’s needed for treatment to be safer, more personalized, and more effective over time.

🎯 Great for:
• Families who feel stuck in avoidance-only care
• Parents navigating food allergies with their child
• Adults managing food allergies on their own
• Anyone exploring treatment options and looking for next steps

💬 We’ll wrap up with a live Q&A, so bring your questions and get answers directly from Dr. Imam and Dr. Randhawa.

👉 Comment “WEBINAR” and we’ll send you the registration link!

02/27/2026

You host the Resilience & Hope podcast — what does resilience mean to you now, after experiencing this journey with your child and meeting so many other food allergy families?

02/26/2026

New Jersey, we’re coming. 🤍

This fall, the Food Allergy Institute is expanding to Northern New Jersey—bringing TIP closer to families across the East Coast.

You don’t have to wait for the doors to open. Families can enroll today with an initial deposit to join the waitlist and secure priority access to available appointments when our new clinic opens.

As we prepare for opening, active TIP patients will receive first priority, followed by families on the waitlist. We will begin contacting families as next steps become available. East Coast TIP families will receive transition communications over the coming months.

Food Freedom begins with one decision. Join the waitlist today. More details coming soon!

Step 1️⃣ Know the patient, guide the care.We review medical history, food intake, and run blood & skin tests to understa...
02/25/2026

Step 1️⃣ Know the patient, guide the care.
We review medical history, food intake, and run blood & skin tests to understand each patient’s unique allergies.
✅ No guesswork — this data is the foundation of a safe, personalized treatment plan.

02/24/2026

Living with food allergies as an adult often means carrying years of anxiety and responsibility quietly.

This February, we’re reminding our community that adults deserve care, too — and that more treatment options are coming with our expanded age range launching March 1.

Take the first step toward Food Freedom and fill out our intake form with the link in our bio to see if you are eligible for adult treatment.

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