Helping you navigate life with Eosinophilic Esophagitis and food allergies!

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) is an immune allergy condition where food allergens or “triggers” lead to inflammation of the esophagus.

The contact of the allergens with the esophagus cause the body to produce white blood cells, eosinophils, which can build up over time. That damage to the esophagus can lead to food impactions and difficulty swallowing. In order to determine which foods “trigger” an allergy response, it is recommend to follow the 6-Food Elimination Diet and undergo serial endoscopies (scopes) to see which food group causes the rise of eosinophils in the esophagus. After each scope, a food group can be added back into the diet if they do not cause a build up the eosinophils. While eliminating allergens from your diet can help you reach remission, some people also require medication to manage their EoE. It is important that you work with a team of doctors, gastroenterologists and allergists, in addition to a dietitian.

The 6-Food Elimination Diet avoids the top 6 known allergens: gluten, dairy, egg, soy, nut and tree nuts, and seafood and shellfish.

The diagnosis of Eosinophilic Esophagitis and having to follow the 6-Food Elimination diet is overwhelming. Maybe you were told to just follow the diet with no resources and have no idea where to start. You are scared to eat foods that can cause inflammation and feel isolated because your family and friends do not understand that you suddenly have food allergies to manage. It’s hard not to mourn the loss of your favorite foods and the ease of eating out or enjoying a social gatherings centered around food. I know how you feel because I felt all of these emotions when I was diagnosed with Eosinophilic Esophagitis.

But there’s hope! You can learn how to confidently manage your new medically necessary diet and support your health with nutrition coaching. I’m here to help you every step of the way from the start of the elimination diet through reintroduction of allergens and beyond!