Social Media fosters connection, awareness, and support, and improves the lives of individuals and families affected by food allergies. Below are some of the groups available but their advice should be confirmed with your health care professionals
Don’t feel alone in your food allergy journey. Explore the wealth of support available through social media and online communities. Discover popular Facebook groups, insightful blogs, and helpful podcasts offering emotional support, practical tips, the latest news, and a strong sense of community for individuals and families managing food allergies.
Artificial Intelligence has made it easy to find support groups in your area
Go to chatgpt.com or gemini.com and enter the prompt “Find me support groups on social media in California (e.g. Detroit, Alabama ..) for food allergies (e.g peanut allergies, corn allergies…)
Example Response for California-Specific Support Groups & Resources
| Name | Location / Coverage | What they Offer | Website / URL | Social Media / Group Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Food Allergy Support Group | San Diego, CA | Volunteer-run. Workshops, meetings, events, resources for families managing food allergies. sandiegofoodallergy.org | https://www.sandiegofoodallergy.org/ sandiegofoodallergy.org | (They likely have contact via the site; not clear if they have a dedicated Facebook group listed there) sandiegofoodallergy.org |
| CA, Allergy Support & Anaphylaxis Prevention (Los Angeles support group) | Los Angeles, CA | Support-group meets in LA several times/year; awareness & protection for allergy / anaphylaxis. Facebook | Facebook group: “CA, Allergy Support & Anaphylaxis Prevention” Facebook | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/134297389956844/ Facebook |
| NNMG Food Allergic Families of Los Angeles (“No Nuts Moms LA”) | Los Angeles, CA | For families in the LA area with food allergies, especially nut allergies; peer support. Facebook | Facebook group: NNMG Food Allergic Families of Los Angeles Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/groups/nonutsmomsla/ Facebook |
State / National Resources with Local CA Access
These aren’t exclusively California, but they have tools or listings to find or connect with local CA support groups.
| Organization | What They Offer / How They Help Connect Locally | Website |
|---|---|---|
| FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) | They have a “Find a Support Group” tool where you can filter by state to locate support groups in California. FoodAllergy.org | https://www.foodallergy.org/living-food-allergies/join-community/find-support-group FoodAllergy.org |
| FAACT (Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team) | They list support groups & resources, some of which are regional or state-based. Food Allergy Awareness+1 | https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/ Food Allergy Awareness |
Additional Organizations (Human-Curated)
National & International Organizations / Websites
| Name | Website | What they offer | Social Media / Community Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT) | https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/ Food Allergy Awareness | Education, advocacy, connection with others affected by food allergies & anaphylaxis; they have support groups and resources. Food Allergy Awareness+1 | They have social media pages (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc) linked from their site. Food Allergy Awareness |
| Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) | https://www.foodallergy.org/ FoodAllergy.org+1 | Provides resources, research, “Find a Support Group” tool (local/virtual). FoodAllergy.org | Active on social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) via their site. FoodAllergy.org+1 |
| Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) | https://aafa.org/ Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America+1 | Offers online communities, local support groups, resources for food allergies and anaphylaxis. Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America+1 | They maintain Facebook groups and other social media. Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America |
| Kids with Food Allergies (division of AAFA) | https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/ Kids with Food Allergies | Information for families, recipes, guidance, community connections. Kids with Food Allergies | Social media channels linked through AAFA / site. Kids with Food Allergies |
| MyFoodAllergyTeam | https://www.myfoodallergyteam.com/ myfoodallergyteam.com | A social network specifically for people with food allergies: forums, Q&A, peer support. myfoodallergyteam.com | The site itself is the community; likely has notifications or group features built in. myfoodallergyteam.com |
| Anaphylaxis UK (formerly Anaphylaxis Campaign) | https://www.anaphylaxis.org.uk/ (“Anaphylaxis UK”) anaphylaxis.org.uk+1 | UK-based charity: information, training, support for people at risk of serious allergic reactions. Wikipedia | Has resources online; likely social media (Facebook, etc). Wikipedia |
Facebook Groups:
- Adult Food Allergic Support Group
For adults with food allergies (not for parents/caregivers), peer support. - Food Allergy Travels & Life (5.4 k members)
A community of people that travel with allergies sharing experiences, safe places to visit, and allergy aware restaurants around the world. - Food Allergy Support (FAS)
Discussion forum on Facebook about daily challenges, school issues, etc. - Food Allergy Awareness (23,000+ members) – A community to raise awareness and share information about food allergies.
- Food Allergy Moms (10,000+ members) – A community for mothers of children with food allergies to share advice and support.
Blogs/Online Forums/Podcasts
- Allergic Living: A comprehensive resource dedicated to individuals managing food allergies, environmental allergies, and asthma. Their blog features contributions from experts, in-depth reporting, and allergist and dermatologist advice ¹.
- Allergy Forums – A general allergy forum with a dedicated section for food allergies.
- SnackSafely: Goes beyond the label to bring you the latest in food allergy news, research, and products ¹.
- The Pretty Bee: Offers allergy-friendly recipes that are both delicious and easy to make, specializing in gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan dishes ¹.
- Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) Community Forum – A forum hosted by FARE, a leading food allergy advocacy organization.
- Kids With Food Allergies: Dedicated to keeping children with food allergies safe and healthy through education, support, outreach, and advocacy ¹.
- Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team Blog: Provides education, advocacy, and connection with others affected by life-threatening food allergies and anaphylaxis ¹.
- Allergy Shmallergy: Offers simple, practical solutions, positive parenting, food allergy education, and product reviews ¹.
- Nut Free Wok: Focuses on recipes, cooking techniques, Asian ingredients, and food allergy-related awareness and advocacy issues ¹.
- The Fit Cookie: Shares allergy-friendly recipes, healthy living tips, and workouts ¹.
- Strength and Sunshine: Features gluten-free and allergy-free recipes that are vegan ¹.
- Food Allergy Canada: Educates, supports, and advocates for the needs of people living with food allergies and the risk of anaphylaxis ¹.
- Food Allergy and Your Kiddo: Hosted by Dr. Alice Hoyt, a board-certified allergist and immunologist, this podcast dives into food allergy topics, featuring interviews with renowned allergists, advocates, and families living with food allergies.
- The Itch Podcast: Hosted by Kortney, a food allergy advocate, and Dr. Gupta, an allergist/immunologist, this podcast discusses environmental and food allergies, asthma, and immunology in an easy-to-understand manner.
- Feed Your Can: This podcast shares inspiring stories, interviews, and practical tips, focusing on people living with food allergies and how they regain control over their lives.
Instagram Communities:
- #foodallergyawareness (1.5M+ posts) – A hashtag community to raise awareness and share information about food allergies.
- #foodallergylife (500k+ posts) – A community to share experiences and tips for living with food allergies.
Twitter Chats:
- #FoodAllergyChat – A monthly Twitter chat hosted by FARE to discuss food allergy topics.