Halloween is only weeks away, but kids with food allergies don’t get to enjoy much of the joy of going door to door for candy.
That’s why the food and allergy research and education organization wants to raise awareness for children with food allergies.
Their teal pumpkin project encourages people to put a teal painted pumpkin outside their door if they are offering non-food treats for kids with allergies.
Food allergies are more common than you may think. One in every thirteen children in the u.s. is allergic to nuts, dairy or soy products.
The group suggests items like stickers, crayons, glow bracelets and small toys as alternative treat options.
And if you plan on offering food and non-food items, the organization suggests you keep these items in separate bowls to prevent cross contamination.
For more information on how the teal pumpkin project works, visit foodallergy.org.