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Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroForget the Salad: 5 Safe Ways to Offer Spinach for Baby-Led Weaning#61: Learn how to make leafy greens safe for your baby: raw greens like spinach are a choking hazard and crunchy kale chips are too. In this episode I’m walking you through some easy ways to make spinach safe for early eaters, plus combination food recipe ideas for older babies too.
Listen to this episode to learn:
1. Why pouches that proclaim to include kale or spinach are really just fruit purees masquerading as vegetables
2. Why pouches that proclaim to include kale or spinach are really just fruit purees masquerading as vegetables
3. Ho...
2025-09-0921 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroWhat do I do if My Baby Has an Allergic Reaction? with Ron Sunog, MD#58: What should you do if your baby has an allergic reaction to food? In this episode, pediatrician and food allergy expert Dr. Ron Sunog shares clear, practical guidance for parents navigating allergenic food introduction. You’ll learn the signs to watch for of true food allergy vs. a run-of-the-mill contact rash, how to be prepared for allergic reactions (...no, you don’t need to park in the emergency department driveway to introduce your baby to peanut!), and how to get past your fear of allergic reactions so you can safely offer your baby allergenic foods early and often (since it’s...
2025-08-3032 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroJust Starting Baby-Led Weaning? Ask Me Anything...#44: Are you just starting out with baby-led weaning and FULL of questions about whether your baby can safely self-feed? Well then, this is the episode for you! I’m going to rapid fire answering your questions about getting a SAFE start to baby-led weaning.
In this Ask Me Anything episode I’m covering the topics of readiness to feed, gagging, food refusal, scheduling, weaning from the bottle, dealing with doubters and family members who say, “you were spoon fed and you turned out fine!!”. Also diving into what your baby should drink, flavoring your baby’s food without sa...
2025-06-0528 min
The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician MomAllergy Tests: When It’s Needed and When It’s NotHave you ever wondered whether your child really needs an allergy test? Or have you been tempted by those flashy direct-to-consumer kits, this conversation is a must-listen. Let’s tackle the rise of at-home “food sensitivity” tests, the difference between IgE and IgG, and why a detailed history matters more than any panel of results.
In this episode, I’m joined once again by pediatric allergist Dr. Dave Stukus to break down what parents really need to know about allergy testing. From food allergies to seasonal sniffles, we dive into when testing is actually helpful—and when it leads to...
2025-06-0430 minThe PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician MomWhy Food Allergies Are Rising—and What Actually HelpsAre you still hearing that you should wait days between introducing new foods—or that food causes eczema? Are you stressed about feeding your baby the top 9 allergens?
In this episode, I sit down with pediatric allergist Dr. Dave Stukus to bust the biggest myths about food allergies. We’re talking real science, not fear: when to introduce allergens, why elimination diets can do more harm than good, and what’s actually driving the rise in allergies today.
We discuss:
Early allergen introduction helps prevent food allergies.
Food doesn't cause eczema—here’s wha...
2025-05-2135 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroSoy: How to Introduce Your Baby to This Potentially Allergenic Food#37: Soy is one of the Top 9 allergenic foods, but it often causes confusion for parents when their baby is starting solid foods: can my baby eat soy and if so, what’s the safest way to prepare it? In this episode, you’ll learn how to safely introduce soy to your baby for 2 different ages and stages, plus a look at soy milk and why it’s not ideal for babies. We’ll cover soy allergy stats, debunk some common myths, and walk through the best practices for offering this food early and often. If you’ve heard conflicting things abo...
2025-05-1219 min
The Nutrition Science PodcastAre Food Intolerances Harming Your Health?Do you ever feel like you are reacting negatively to some of the foods that you eat? You may be. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the different types of adverse reactions to food that people can experience. We cover:The difference between a food allergy and an intoleranceThe different types of food intolerances Immune vs. non-immune mediated intolerancesWhy food sensitivity testing is inaccurateListen to my previous podcast on food allergies with Dr. David Stukus here. Interested in working with me? Schedule a Discovery Call here. Enjoy...
2025-04-2122 min
The Nutrition Science PodcastIs Your Diet Making You Inflammed?You’ve probably seen the headlines blaming everything from seed oils to tomatoes for chronic inflammation—but what does the science really say?Whether you're trying to support your immune system, improve gut health, or just make sense of the “inflammatory foods” panic online—this episode is for you.🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What inflammation actually is—and why it’s not the bad guy it is made out to beThe difference between acute and chronic inflammationHow dietary patterns shape inflammatory responses in the short term and over timeWhy calling a food “inflammatory” isn't an accurate way to desc...
2025-04-0918 min
Don't Feed the Fear: Allergy Anxiety & TraumaHope for Food Allergies: Dr. David Stukus on Allergy Innovations and the Doctor-Patient ConnectionSend us a textSeason 3: Strengthening our Support Systems Renowned allergist Dr. David Stukus joins Dr. Whitehouse to discuss the evolving landscape of allergy treatment and what it means for those living with food allergies. We discuss promising new therapies, advancements on the horizon, and what patients should know about emerging treatment options. Beyond the science, we also examine the importance of a strong doctor-patient relationship—what Dr. Stukus sees as the barriers to this and how open communication, trust, and collaboration can improve both medical outcomes and quality of life. Photo credit: Natio...
2025-03-1946 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroPeanut: How to Introduce Your Baby to this Potentially Allergenic Food#014: How do you know if your baby is allergic to peanuts? The only way to know is to offer your baby peanut. In this episode I’m sharing 3 easy ways to safely offer your baby peanut with tips on how to reintroduce peanut early and often to help lower the risk of peanut allergy.
Listen to this episode to learn:
1. Whether or not your baby is at high risk for peanut allergy
2. When to start offering peanut protein and how often to reintroduce
3. 3 easy ways to make peanuts sa...
2025-02-2024 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroHow to Introduce Allergenic Foods to Your Baby#11: What if your baby has an allergic reaction to a food? The only way to know if your baby is allergic is to offer them that food…but there are some safety guidelines you want to know about.
In this episode we’ll look at the recent research and updated guidelines that support early introduction of potentially allergenic foods and then how to safely prepare those foods to help lower your baby’s risk of food allergy.
Listen to this episode to learn:
1. What the Top 9 allergenic foods...
2025-02-1017 min
PediaCast CME: Pediatric Podcasts for ProvidersFood Allergy Update - PediaCast CME 105SHOW NOTES DESCRIPTION Dr Dave Stukus visits the studio for an updated discussion on food allergies. We explore their cause, symptoms, diagnosis, management, and prevention. We hope you can join us! TOPICS Food Allergy Anaphylaxis Oral Immunotherapy PRESENTERS Dr Mike Patrick PediaCast and PediaCast CME Nationwide Children's Hospital Dr David Stukus Allergy and Immunology Nationwide Children's Hospital For education credit information, please visit PediaCastCME.org
2025-02-0453 min
Pediatrics Now: Cases Updates and Discussions for the Busy Pediatric PractitionerLet Babies Eat: New Guidelines to Prevent Food AllergiesLet Babies Eat: New Guidelines to Prevent Food Allergies
Link for CME Credit Coming Soon
In this grand rounds episode of Pediatrics Now, host Holly Wayment brings us cutting-edge approaches to infant food introduction and allergy prevention, featuring Nationwide Children's Hospital's Dr. David Stukus .
Dr. Stukus delves into the history of infant feeding guidelines, the evolving scientific evidence, and practical strategies for pediatric practitioners.
Listeners will gain insights into the confusion caused by changing guidelines, the landmark LEAP trial's impact on peanut allergy prevention, and the importance of introducing allergenic foods...
2025-02-0351 min
The Itch: Allergies, Asthma, Eczema & Immunology#97 - The Nuances of Food Allergy TestingThink diagnosing food allergies is as simple as running a test? Think again. Food allergy testing is a maze of gray areas, false positives, and, hopefully, a clear food allergy diagnosis.
Navigating food allergy testing can feel overwhelming, with skin pricks, blood tests, and conflicting advice. How do you determine which tests are truly useful? How can you avoid unnecessary dietary restrictions from false results?
In this episode, Dr. David Stukus, a board-certified allergist and immunologist, joins Dr. Gupta and Kortney to demystify the science of food allergy testing. From the importance of patient history...
2025-01-1641 minThe Itch: Allergies, Asthma, Eczema & Immunology#97 - The Nuances of Food Allergy TestingThink diagnosing food allergies is as simple as running a test? Think again. Food allergy testing is a maze of gray areas, false positives, and, hopefully, a clear food allergy diagnosis.
Navigating food allergy testing can feel overwhelming, with skin pricks, blood tests, and conflicting advice. How do you determine which tests are truly useful? How can you avoid unnecessary dietary restrictions from false results?
In this episode, Dr. David Stukus, a board-certified allergist and immunologist, joins Dr. Gupta and Kortney to demystify the science of food allergy testing. From the importance of patient history...
2025-01-1641 min
AAAAI Podcast: Conversations from the World of AllergyHail and FarewellDavid Stukus, MD, FAAAAI, reflects upon his last six years as host and introduces Rebecca Saff, MD, PhD, FAAAAI, as our new voice. This fun and engaging episode marks a transition for our podcast’s exciting future!
2024-12-1736 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroNightshade Vegetables: Can My Baby Be Allergic to Eggplant? with @allergykidsdoc David Stukus, MD#478: Nightshade vegetables sound…shady. Scary. What are they and why are parents asking more about eggplant allergy in their babies? Pediatric allergies Dr. David Stukus is here to talk about nightshade vegetables, whether babies can be allergic to them and what to do if your baby has a reaction to a new vegetable (...or any food).Listen to this episode to learn:
What nightshade vegetables are and whether they really are considered toxic for babies
Why some babies have reactions to eggplant and whether it’s a lifelong condition or outgrown
Whether or not you should hold...
2024-10-3114 min
Well Beyond Medicine: The Nemours Children's Health PodcastEp. 101: Truth or Trend: Tackling Medical Misinformation on Social Media with Dr. David StukusAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 60% of Americans use the internet for health information. A GoodRx survey indicates that more than 70% of those people have been exposed to medical or health-related misinformation, with social media cited as the most common source.Nationwide Children’s pediatric allergist David R. Stukus, MD, FAAP, believes pediatricians can play a key role in countering medical misinformation on social media, both in the exam room and on their social media platforms. He presented on the topic at the American Academy of Pediatrics Experience 2024, training his co...
2024-10-1424 min
The Nutrition Science PodcastIs Gluten Harming Your Health?In a matter of 10 years gluten went from being something most people have never heard of to something millions of people were avoiding in their diets which sparked a huge market for gluten-free products. But why? Is there any reasoning to it? Gluten might be one of the most complicated topics in nutrition and in today's episode I am going to attempt to unpack this topic and help you to understand: What gluten isWhy it can be a problem for some people Why it isn't a problem for most people How to determine if it is...
2024-09-2531 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroOral Food Challenges: Try Allergenic Foods at Home vs. the Doctor's Office? with @allergykidsdoc David Stukus, MD#468: Should you drive to your local hospital and sit outside the emergency department when you offer your baby a potentially allergenic food in case they have a food allergy reaction? Pediatric allergist Dr. David Stukus is here to talk about oral food challenges and introducing new foods to your baby at home vs. in the doctor’s office.Listen to this episode to learn:
What to do if your baby has an allergic reaction to a food…or just a non-allergic topical rash
Which subset of children may benefit from oral food challenges done...
2024-09-1931 min
The Pediatrician Next Door - Simple Advice on Parenting and Family HealthEp. 75: The Truth About Childhood Food Allergies: Debunking Common Myths - with David Stukus, MDDo food allergies always get worse with more exposure? Are peanut-free schools scientifically sound? Can honey really help with pollen allergies? And are dogs labeled as hypoallergenic really hypoallergenic? Get the facts and debunk these myths with Dr. Wendy as she talks to pediatric allergy specialist David Stukus, MD from Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Visit David Stukus, MD at the Food Allergy Treatment Center and listen to him host Conversations from the World of Allergy podcast. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products...
2024-07-3128 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroPeanut: How to Introduce Your Baby to this Potentially Allergenic Food#445: How do you know if your baby is allergic to peanuts? The only way to know is to offer your baby peanut. In this episode I’m sharing 3 easy ways to safely offer your baby peanut with tips on how to reintroduce peanut early and often to help lower the risk of peanut allergy.Listen to this episode to learn:
Whether or not your baby is at high risk for peanut allergy
When to start offering peanut protein and how often to reintroduce
3 easy ways to make peanuts safe for your baby to ea...
2024-07-0124 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroHow to Introduce Allergenic Foods to Your Baby#439: What if your baby has an allergic reaction to a food? The only way to know if your baby is allergic is to offer them that food…but there are some safety guidelines you want to know about.In this episode we’ll look at the recent research and updated guidelines that support early introduction of potentially allergenic foods and then how to safely prepare those foods to help lower your baby’s risk of food allergy.Listen to this episode to learn:
What the Top 9 allergenic foods are an...
2024-06-1017 min
Pediatrics On CallFood Allergies, Hospital Pediatrics Mental Health Special In this episode David Stukus, MD, FAAP, and Rajitha Venkatesh, MD, MPH, FAAP, promote food allergy awareness with a conversation about new strategies for diagnosing and treating several conditions. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Christopher Russell, MD, MS, FAAP, about a special issue of the journal Hospital Pediatrics, focusing on mental health. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
2024-05-1632 minPediatrics On CallFood Allergies, Hospital Pediatrics Mental Health Special In this episode David Stukus, MD, FAAP, and Rajitha Venkatesh, MD, MPH, FAAP, promote food allergy awareness with a conversation about new strategies for diagnosing and treating several conditions. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Christopher Russell, MD, MS, FAAP, about a special issue of the journal Hospital Pediatrics, focusing on mental health. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
2024-05-1632 min
Healthy ChildrenFood Allergies, Hospital Pediatrics Mental Health SpecialIn this episode David Stukus, MD, FAAP, and Rajitha Venkatesh, MD, MPH, FAAP, promote food allergy awareness with a conversation about new strategies for diagnosing and treating several conditions. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Christopher Russell, MD, MS, FAAP, about a special issue of the journal Hospital Pediatrics, focusing on mental health. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
2024-05-1432 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroHow to Prepare for Baby-Led Weaning: A Guide for Parents & Caregivers#423: What can you do to help your baby get ready to start solid foods safely? From picking out the best high chair to knowing how to introduce allergenic foods like peanut, here are 5 things parents and caregivers can do to get prepared for baby-led weaning.Listen to this episode to learn:
What the most important safety feature on your high chair should be…and why most high chairs don’t have this
What to do if your baby chokes on food and how to administer back blows if your baby does choke
How to s...
2024-04-1520 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroEverything You Need to Know About FOOD ALLERGIES *Update* (Nutrition Labels, Research & Sesame) with Bob Earl, MPH, RDN#418: What causes food allergies and can introducing certain foods early to your baby help prevent food allergy? Food allergy guidance and recommendations seems to be changing quite regularly and figuring out the best way to safely introduce allergenic foods is confusing. In this episode dietitian Bob Earl from Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) at foodallergy.org updates us on everything new and notable in food allergies including allergen labeling for the newest allergen on the Top 9 which is sesame.Learn more about Bob’s work at FARE on the...
2024-03-2827 min
Charting PediatricsMitigating Misinformation and Changing the Narrative: Allergies in the Media Facts and fiction can overlap in movies and television. That's especially prevalent in medical dramas where the details seem so real but often don't portray the full picture. While the intention may be to create powerful entertainment, sometimes a storyline can misinform the viewer. Unrealistic circumstances, overexaggerated outcomes and the bending of scientific truth, create confusion. When it comes to food allergies, how a situation is handled can be the difference between a routine medical occurrence and a lifesaving episode. "This is where we see some really dramatic portrayals because you generate that emotional kind of connection and we...
2024-03-1232 min
The AllergistFood Allergies: Myths, Medicine, and Moving Forward“Food allergy tests are not screening tests…I will pause for dramatic effect…Food allergy tests are not screening tests.” Dr. David StukusDr. Mariam Hanna is joined by Dr. David Stukus, a leading pediatric allergist and clinical immunologist from Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Together, they dive into the critical issues surrounding food allergy diagnostics and the latest advancements in treatment options, including developments in the field of oral immunotherapy (OIT) and the recent FDA approval of Omalizumab for food allergies.Dr. Stukus debunks common misconceptions about te...
2024-03-0525 min
Becoming Immune ConfidentEpisode 102: Battling Misconceptions: Deep Dive into Food Allergies Are you ready to debunk common myths about allergies and dive into the evolving world of allergy and immunology?In this episode of the "Becoming Immune Confident" podcast, host Dr. Kara Wada hosts her mentor and colleague, Dr. David Stukus. Dr. Stukus discusses his career journey in allergy and immunology, highlighting the importance of countering health misinformation. He provides an in-depth insight into allergies, the different reactions they can cause, and how they differ from intolerances. Dr. Stukus emphasizes the role of patient history in diagnosis. He also provides an overview of the current and emerging treatments...
2024-01-1733 min
The Nutrition Science PodcastThe Expert's Guide to Navigating Food Allergies and Intolerances with David Stukus, MDFood allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities can occur towards nearly any food. These adverse food reactions can have a negative impact on health so it is important that they are correctly diagnosed and managed. Unfortuantely, there is A LOT of misleading information about this topic. On this week's episode of the podcast, Dr. David Stukus joins us to discuss the science behind these topics. In this episode we discuss: The difference between food allergy, intolerance, and sensitivity How to test allergies, and intolerances IgE testing, IgG testing, MRT, The dangers of screening for food allergies and intolerances Grow...
2023-12-1144 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroFood Allergy Prevention 101 with Tina Sindher, MD#382: Offering food to your baby food is the only way to know if they’re allergic to it…but that doesn’t mean it’s not scary. In this episode pediatrician and food allergy practitioner and researcher Tina Sindher, MD is going to teach some basic tips for introducing allergenic foods as a means to help reduce the risk of food allergy in your baby.🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧Other podcast episodes related to this topic you might enjoy are:Episode 380 - Why Doctors STILL Aren't Talking About Introducing Allergenic...
2023-11-0936 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroAre Food Sensitivity Tests Bogus? with David Stukus, MD#376: If you suspect your baby is sensitive to food, is it worth your time and money to explore food sensitivity testing? In this episode, noted pediatrician and allergist David Stukus, MD explains why and how food sensitivity tests do NOT work…and what (if anything) you should be testing for at all with regards to your baby’s ability to tolerate food.Follow Dr. Stukus on Instagram @allergykidsdoc. 🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧Here are previous episode with Dr. Stukus that you might also enjoy:Episode 227 - When D...
2023-10-1914 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroOral Immunotherapy: Helping Babies Become Less Reactive to Allergenic Foods with David Stukus, MD#366: If your baby has a diagnosed food allergy, you might feel overwhelmed by the idea of food avoidance for the indefinite future. But Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) offers a promising alternative whereby a person can gradually learn to eat or tolerate increasingly larger amounts of the offending food protein working towards desensitization. In this episode pediatric allergist Dr. David Stukus explains what oral immunotherapy is, how it works and whether or not it’s a viable option for young children with food allergy.Follow Dr. Stukus on Instagram @allergykidsdoc. Listen to...
2023-09-1423 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroIs it OK to Take a Break from Baby-Led Weaning?#349: What if you started solid foods but you’re thinking about taking a break. Maybe your baby is sick, or you’re planning to travel, or your baby is teething and you’re just not feeling up to the challenge. Is it ok to take a break from starting solid foods if you’re doing baby-led weaning? In this episode we’re exploring reasons why you would want to pause with trying out new foods as well as other scenarios where it’s best to keep going.🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧Other BABY-LED WEANING MADE EASY podcasts...
2023-07-1021 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroYour Food Allergy Questions Answered with Ron Sunog, MD#334: Introducing allergenic food to your baby early and often can help lower the risk of food allergy. In this episode pediatrician Dr. Ron Sunog is answering some common questions about allergenic foods. What causes an allergic reaction? What do allergic reactions look like? How much of an allergenic food “counts” and how often do we have to feed these foods?Dr. Sunog’s book EAT THE EIGHT is available at https://eattheeight.com/ Katie & Dr. Sunog co-teach an online program about safely introducing allergenic foods for babies called EAT THE EIGH...
2023-05-1827 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroMom Has Food Allergies: How Can Her Baby Eat Those Allergenic Foods?#318: What if an adult in the house has a food allergy? Can babies learn to eat the same foods their parents or caregivers are allergic to? In this episode I’m interviewing two baby-led weaning moms who figured out how to safely introduce their babies to some of the same foods they are allergic to. Special thanks to Deena Neuman and Talia Emm-Goodall for sharing their stories and experiences with food allergies in this episode.🥜 🥜 🥜 🥜 🥜PUFFWORKS BABY peanut puffs and almond puffs are an easy, no stress, low mess way to introduce...
2023-03-2339 min
The Health Investment Podcast with Brooke SimonsonFood Allergies/Sensitivies, Immune System "Boosts," Green Snot & More! | Dr. David StukusEPISODE 171 - Dr. David Stukus (commonly known as "Dr. Dave") is a Professor of Clinical Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy/Immunology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine. At his institution, he serves as the Director of the Food Allergy Treatment Center and Associate Director of the Pediatric Allergy/Immunology Fellowship Training Program. Dr. Dave is a member of the Board of Regents for the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the Social Media Editor and host of the podcast series for the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and is on...
2023-01-2350 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie Ferraro3 Ways You Could Be Holding Your Baby Back at Mealtimes#297: Nobody holds their baby’s development back on purpose…but there are feeding practices that can inadvertently be delaying your baby’s progression towards important milestones. In this episode I’m sharing 3 ways you could be holding your baby back at mealtimes - and then brainstorming on simple tweaks to help get your baby back on track with independent self-feeding.🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧One other podcast episode mentioned in this episode is:Episode 227 - When Does the Food Allergy Prevention Window Close? with @allergykidsdoc David Stukus, MD💯 💯 💯 💯...
2023-01-0915 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie Ferraro5 Feeding Practices to Avoid for Baby-Led Weaning#289: There are so many foods your baby CAN eat…but a few feeding practices that can put them in danger or should be avoided. In this episode we’re looking at 5 feeding practices to avoid for baby-led weaning in order to keep your baby safe and successful at self-feeding when they start solid foods!🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧 🎧Other podcast episodes mentioned in this episode:Episode 64 - How to Pre-Load A BLW Spoon Self-Feeding Technique with Dawn Winkelmann, MS, CCC-SLP https://blwpodcast.com/episodes/64 Episode 227 - When...
2022-12-1217 min
ParentMD Podcast10. Myth Busting with Allergist and Immunologist Dr. David StukusDr. David Stukus, a pediatric allergist/immunologist, joins Dr. Josh Honaker on today’s podcast to share his knowledge in diagnosing and treating children with a variety of allergic conditions. Dr. Stukus is involved in multiple national organizations and is well known on social media for his popular ‘myth busting.’ You can find him on Twitter and Instagram @AllergyKidsDoc. This episode discusses: Choosing a specialty - medical school and residency is Misinformation online Are there really hypoallergenic dogs? Penicillin Allergy Advice to parents on conversation with pediatricians How can physicians foster relationships with parents Decision making together Educ...
2022-10-1217 min
Wellness: Fact vs. FictionAm I Actually Allergic? The Truth About Food Allergies, Intolerances & “Sensitivities”Join Dr. Danielle Belardo and her expert of the week, pediatric allergist and immunologist Dr. David Stukus, for a myth-busting episode about food allergies, intolerances, and "sensitivities." Danielle and David crack down on food "sensitivity" scams and unnecessary, unvalidated tests that people all over social media are falling victim to. Even allergies have a dark side, so tune in to learn what is fact and what is, simply, fiction. Danielle and David discuss:
The basic terminology and meaning of food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances
The difference between IgG and IgE and why IgG te...
2022-09-141h 01Wellness: Fact vs. FictionAm I Actually Allergic? The Truth About Food Allergies, Intolerances, & “Sensitivities”Join Dr. Danielle Belardo and her expert of the week, pediatric allergist and immunologist Dr. David Stukus, for a myth-busting episode about food allergies, intolerances, and "sensitivities." Danielle and David crack down on food "sensitivity" scams and unnecessary, unvalidated tests that people all over social media are falling victim to. Even allergies have a dark side, so tune in to learn what is fact and what is, simply, fiction. Danielle and David discuss:
The basic terminology and meaning of food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances
The difference between IgG and IgE and why IgG te...
2022-09-1455 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroWhen Does the Food Allergy Prevention Window Close? with @allergykidsdoc David Stukus, MD#227: Did you know that babies may have a window of opportunity to prevent allergies in the future? The new and emerging data on infant allergy states that early and often introduction of foods to babies may help prevent food allergies in the long run. In this episode, I am joined by leading allergist Dr. Stukus who gives us insight on this window available for babies to eat the BIG 8 +sesame foods while baby-led weaning. Get your copy of the 100 FIRST FOODS list on Katie’s free BABY-LED WEANING FOR BEGINNERS workshop: https://babyledweaning.co/workshop?utm...
2022-05-0926 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroBehind the Scenes: Making the Baby-Led Weaning Made Easy Podcast#225: We have now hit the two year anniversary of the BABY-LED WEANING MADE EASY Podcast! To celebrate, I am giving you a behind the scenes look into the making of the podcast. I will share with you the HOW and WHEN it all started and my overall reason for creating this podcast whose goal has been to help parents and caregivers gain competence and knowledge to be able to safely start solids with baby-led weaning.
Shownotes with all the links mentioned in this episode are here: https://blwpodcast.com/225
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2022-05-0230 min
PediaCast CME: Pediatric Podcasts for ProvidersFood Allergy Update - PediaCast CME 072SHOW NOTES DESCRIPTION Dr Dave Stukus visits the studio as we provide an update on food allergies. Discover best practices for diagnosing, treating and preventing this common problem. We cover food challenges, oral immunotherapy, peanut introduction for babies… and more! TOPICS Food Allergies - Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention Anaphylaxis Oral Immunotherapy Peanut Introduction for Babies PRESENTERS Dr Mike Patrick PediaCast and PediaCast CME Nationwide Children's Hospital Dr David Stukus Pediatric Allergist Nationwide Children's Hospital For education credit information, please visit PediaCastCME.org
2022-02-141h 10
Not Like a Regular MomFood Allergies 101: Facts, Myths, and Facing FearsDr. David Stukus, professor of Clinical Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Immunology and Director of the Food Allergy Treatment Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, busts myths and breaks down facts about one of parents' biggest fears: food allergies.
Topics Include:
The advancements in food allergy research
The top allergens (and why they're so common)
Whether we know the cause of food allergies
Why food allergies are more prevalent now
Can you prevent food allergies?
Current guidelines for introducing allergens
Initial symptoms of a food allergy
What many allergists get wrong
The *major* myth of...
2022-02-1351 min
Not Like a Regular MomFood Allergies 101: Facts, Myths, and Facing FearsDr. David Stukus, professor of Clinical Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Immunology and Director of the Food Allergy Treatment Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, busts myths and breaks down facts about one of parents' biggest fears: food allergies.Topics Include: The advancements in food allergy research The top allergens (and why they're so common) Whether we know the cause of food allergies Why food allergies are more prevalent now Can you prevent food allergies? Current guidelines for introducing allergens Initial symptoms of a food allergy What many allergists get wrong The *major* myth of...
2022-02-1351 min
Raising Good ParentsFood Allergy Updates for 2022 with Dr. Dave Stukus @allergykidsdocInterview with Pediatric Allergist David Stukus,M.D. Twitter: @AllergyKidsDoc Instagram: @AllergyKidsDoc Links and Resources: Dr. Phil Boucher on Instagram @DrPhilBoucher on Twitter Frontier Pediatric Care Instagram: frontierpediatric.care
2022-02-0931 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroBest BLW Advice from the Leading Feeding Experts#192: When is my baby ready to start baby-led weaning? What does an allergic reaction to food look like? Why are pouches bad for babies? …in this episode I’m including some of the best baby-led weaning advice from the leading feeding experts who were featured on the podcast in the last year. Listen in to learn about the best first foods for babies to eat, why you don’t need to wait 3-5 days between trying new foods and what you can do if your baby has eczema to help reduce food allergy risk. Listen...
2022-01-0637 min
Unbiased ScienceFood Allergy: The Real Dill! Food Sensitivity? Not Eggs-actly…On this week’s episode of the pod, we tackle the common question: “do food sensitivity tests work?” To answer this, we bring on Dr. David Stukus, clinical allergist and immunologist. First, we discuss the differences between food allergies, intolerances, and the very vague term ‘sensitivity’. We chat about what true food allergy and intolerances are, and how they can be diagnosed. We then jump into the term food sensitivity, and the principle of many of these at-home food sensitivity tests. We spend some time discussing how these tests work, which are based on measuring a...
2021-11-2447 min
Is It Just Speculation?Dr. Dave Stukus - Board Certified Allergist/Immunologist - 10David Stukus, MD, Professor of Clinical Pediatrics. Director, Food Allergy Treatment Center. Associate Director, Pediatric Allergy & Immunology Fellowship Program. Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Host of AAAAI podcast (American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology). We cover all earthly things allergy related as well as some off world things. Be sure to follow Dr. Dave's
Twitter and Instagram handle @AllergyKidsDoc
2021-10-281h 01
ShandeeLandDispelling Myths and Combatting Misinformation with Dr. David Stukus, @AllergyKidsDocDavid Stukus, MD, is an associate professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Immunology and is Director of the Food Allergy Treatment Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital. He is very active on social media and uses his popular Twitter and Instagram accounts @AllergyKidsDoc to dispel myths and combat misinformation and misconceptions. Twitter made him a better doctor. On this episode, he shares how his love of science led him down a path to medicine. He explains the uniqueness and differences between food allergy, intolerance, and food sensitivity and the importance of a correct diagnosis. He shares the best...
2021-10-2035 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroBLW Fears: Advice for Overcoming Infant Feeding Fears from 5 BLW Experts#168: What’s holding you back from going FULL ON with baby-led weaning? Maybe you’re on the fence about whether you can truly skip traditional spoon-feeding...or you’re nervous about gagging and choking, or you’re worried your baby will have an allergic reaction when you try allergenic foods.Today I’m interviewing 5 feeding experts about overcoming feeding fears. They’re talking you down from all the biggest BLW worries with expert advice The expert guests addressing your feeding fears in this episode are:
Amy Brown, Ph...
2021-10-0721 min
Baby-Led Weaning with Katie FerraroWhy are False Positive Results in Food Allergy Testing so Common? with David Stukus, MD#125: Did you know that up to 50% of positive food allergy test results are false positives? Parents are ALREADY anxious about introducing allergenic foods and widespread testing when not indicated is making anxiety worse.In this episode, leading allergist Dr. David Stukus is bringing us the TRUTH about food allergy testing: why it’s so rampant, why in most cases it’s not indicated and why FOOD and in-home oral food challenges are the best bet for “testing” whether or not your baby is allergic to a food.Listen to this epi...
2021-05-1029 min
PediaCast: Pediatric Podcasts for ParentsCOVID-19 Vaccines - PediaCast 485Dr David Stukus visits the studio as we explore COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about the various types, including how each one works and expected side effects. We discuss the clinical trials and FDA approval process... and we highlight the overall benefits and risks of vaccination. Also considered: vaccine hesitancy among healthcare workers and the general public. We hope you can join us!
2021-03-311h 05
PediaCast CME: Pediatric Podcasts for ProvidersCOVID-19 Vaccines - PediaCast CME 062Dr David Stukus visits the studio as we explore COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about the various types, including how each one works and expected side effects. We discuss the clinical trials and FDA approval process... and we highlight the overall benefits and risks of vaccination. Also considered: vaccine hesitancy among healthcare workers and the general public. We hope you can join us!
2021-03-241h 02PediaCast CME: Pediatric Podcasts for ProvidersCOVID-19 Vaccines - PediaCast CME 062SHOW NOTES DESCRIPTION Dr David Stukus visits the studio as we explore COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about the various types, including how each one works and expected side effects. We discuss the clinical trials and FDA approval process... and we highlight the overall benefits and risks of vaccination. Also considered: vaccine hesitancy among healthcare workers and the general public. We hope you can join us! TOPIC COVID-19 Vaccines PRESENTERS Dr Mike Patrick PediaCast and PediaCast CME Nationwide Children's Hospital Dr David Stukus Allergy and Immunology Na...
2021-03-241h 02
Athlete FactorsPodcast Episode #93: Dr. David Stukus on Allergies, Asthma, and the Covid19 VaccineIn this episode, Dr. David Stukus joins me to discuss asthma and allergies for athletic and non-athletic populations. We talk about some of the common misconceptions surrounding treatment for these conditions, and how changes in weather can have profound effects on individuals dealing with asthma and environmental allergies. Dr. Stukus also gets into some of the research regarding the Covid19 vaccines, discusses how they differ, and how they work. I learned a ton from this conversation!
David Stukus, MD, is an associate professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Immunology. Prior to becoming the director of the...
2021-03-1936 min
I AM HUMAN146: Establishing a Healthy Gut Microbiome in Children with Dr. Vanessa Mendez (Veggie Doctor Radio)In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, we learn from Dr. Vanessa Mendez about the gut microbiome in children. About featured guest:Doctor Méndez is a double board certified gastroenterologist and internist. She specializes in digestive disorders, which include liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and nutrition based-disorders, such as obesity and constipation. Her approach to patients and their diseases is holistic and comprehensive; her goal is not just to treat the symptoms, but to get to the root cause of an ailment and provide lasting relief. She provides an evidence-based approach to he...
2021-03-071h 28
The Reality CheckThe 'Benadryl Challenge' + The Moon's LuminosityThis week, we bring in the experts to bring YOU two great interviews! First, Cristina looks at the controversial 'Benadryl challenge' on TikTok and has a discussion with Dr. David Stukus about the potential danger of this over-the-counter medication. Dr. Stukus is a Paediatric allergy & asthma specialist and the Social Media Medical Editor for the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Next, our resident research scientist who studies planetary geophysics, Dr. Stuart Robbins, tells us some surprising information about the luminosity of the moon.
2020-10-0328 min
The CribsidersMastering Outpatient AsthmaJoin The Cribsiders as our guest Dr. David Stukus (@AllergyKidsDoc) to discuss "all that wheeze" as he takes us on an in-depth journey through the epidemiology, diagnosis, severity, and management of pediatric asthma. Learn everything from how to handle that wheezing kid in front of you, recommended treatment modalities before inhalers, and how to teach children proper inhaler technique. We also discuss the newest asthma GINA treatment strategies and what they mean for your practice.
We are excited to announce that the Cribsiders are now partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer continuing education credits for...
2020-09-1652 min
KPFA - About Health4/27/20 Telehealth: How Coronavirus is Changing HealthcareFor many, the coronavirus pandemic has brought their first virtual meeting with a physician, psychotherapist, or other healthcare provider. Known as “telehealth,” remote meetings with healthcare professionals have quickly become the new normal. But, how much do you know about how these appointments go, how they change the way healthcare happens, and how to best prepare for them? Host David B. Feldman speaks with physician David Stukus, MD, about telemedicine, and psychologist Paula Wilbourne, PhD, about teletherapy.
The post 4/27/20 Telehealth: How Coronavirus is Changing Healthcare appeared first on KPFA.
2020-04-2759 min
I AM HUMAN82: What You Need to Know About Allergies featuring Allergist-Immunologist Dr. David Stukus (Veggie Doctor Radio)In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I speak with Dr. David Stukus who is a pediatric allergist and we cover all the basics that you need to know about allergies.About featured guest:David R. Stukus, MD is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Immunology at Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Stukus received his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his pediatric residency and Chief residency at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio followed b...
2020-01-191h 04
Breathe Easy PodcastsSocial Media for Medical Professionals with Dr. David StukusSocial Media for Medical Professionals with Dr. David Stukus
2019-11-0530 min
ATS Breathe EasySocial Media for Medical Professionals with Dr. David StukusSocial Media for Medical Professionals with Dr. David Stukus
2019-11-0530 minPediaCast CME: Pediatric Podcasts for ProvidersManagement of Pediatric Asthma - PediaCast CME 050SHOW NOTES DESCRIPTION Our panel of experts consider the management of pediatric asthma. We explore diagnosis and treatment, environmental interventions, educational tools and community programs aimed at supporting children and families challenged by this common condition. Free Category 1 CME for our listeners. We hope you can join us! TOPICS Managing Pediatric Asthma Asthma Express Program PRESENTERS Dr Mike Patrick PediaCast and PediaCast CME Nationwide Children's Hospital Dr David Stukus Allergy and Immunology Nationwide Children's Hospital Dr Chris Timan Neonatology...
2019-10-171h 05
The ZDoggMD Show"Food Sensitivity" Testing At HomeWanna order an online home food sensitivity/allergy/intolerance testing kit to see if you have a case of the glutens? Here's why no self-respecting doctor would recommend that garbage. Against Medical Advice (AMA) #39
Links, references, and audio podcast at http://zdoggmd.com/home-food-sensitivity-testing
Thanks to David Stukus, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Associate Director, Pediatric Allergy & Immunology Fellowship Program at Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine for helping to educate me on these kits. Check him out:
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2019-09-2304 minThe Reality CheckFood Allergies with Dr. David StukusWe are thrilled to have Dr David Stukus back on TRC! He tells us what the science has to say about introducing allergenic foods into an infant's diet plus he answers some checker's questions. Dave is a pediatric allergy and asthma specialist at Nationwide Children's hospital. He's the social media medical editor for the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and a member of the Joint Task Force on Practice Parameters. He is an author, podcaster, and a strong advocate of science based-medicine on Twitter.
2019-03-0827 minPediaCast CME: Pediatric Podcasts for ProvidersSeasonal Allergies - PediaCast CME 034Dr David Stukus visits the PediaCast Studio as we consider seasonal (and year-round) allergies. We explore common causes, diagnosis, evidence-based treatment strategies, prevention and the latest topics in allergy research. We hope you can join us!
2018-02-211h 03PediaCast CME: Pediatric Podcasts for ProvidersSeasonal Allergies - PediaCast CME 034SHOW NOTES DESCRIPTION Dr David Stukus visits the PediaCast Studio as we consider seasonal (and year-round) allergies. We explore common causes, diagnosis, evidence-based treatment strategies, prevention and the latest topics in allergy research. We hope you can join us! TOPICS Seasonal Allergies Year-Round Allergies Allergic Rhinitis & Conjunctivitis Allergy Diagnosis & Treatment Immunotherapy PRESENTERS Dr Mike Patrick PediaCast and PediaCast CME Nationwide Children's Hospital Dr David Stukus Pediatric Allergist Nationwide Children's Hospital For CME credit information, please visit PediaCastCME.org
2018-02-211h 03PediaCast: Pediatric Podcasts for ParentsMealtime & Playtime, Pastoral Care, C-Sections & Allergies - PediaCast 347We have lots of guests in the PediaCast Studio this week! Dr Amy Sternstein and Dr Liz Zmuda stop by to talk about Parenting at Mealtime and Playtime. The Reverend Susan Kyser discusses the Pastoral Care program at Nationwide Children’s and Dr David Stukus helps us answer a listener question pertaining to c-sections and allergies. We hope you can join us too!
2016-07-061h 07PediaCast: Pediatric Podcasts for ParentsAsthma & Mobile Technology II – PediaCast 295Dr David Stukus and Dr Nabeel Farooqui join Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio to talk about asthma and mobile technology. In addition to the cause, diagnosis and treatment of asthma, we’ll discuss how mobile app technology is making it easier for young patients and parents to manage this common disease.
2014-09-1035 min