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This article is intended to support your clinical encounters with food allergies as a PCP, GI, Dietitian or other non-allergy specialist By: Dr. Leena Padhye Recent epidemiological estimates suggest up to 10% of the U.S. population has a food allergy. IgE-mediated food allergy is a serious, potentially life-threatening form of adverse food reaction that can […]

Dear Fig Members, I hope you’ve had a great start to 2024 and I hope you’re as excited for what’s coming this year as I am 🤩 Hint: This is the year Fig takes on restaurants in a big way. But more on that later… First, what’s new in the app this January? ✨ But […]

Dear Fig Members, I hope you’ve had a great start to 2024 and I hope you’re as excited for what’s coming this year as I am 🤩 Hint: This is the year Fig takes on restaurants in a big way. But more on that later… First, what’s new in the app this January? ✨ But […]

Whether you’re dining out at a Mexican restaurant, or looking for a satisfying savory snack, everyone loves chips and salsa! Fortunately for those following the low FODMAP diet, chips and salsa can still be enjoyed. You will just need to make a few simple modifications to ensure diet compliance. Read on to learn how to […]

Gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, is a common component in many foods. While it’s well-known that bread and pasta contain gluten, there are several less obvious products where gluten lurks. For those with celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or those who simply choose a gluten-free lifestyle, being aware of these hidden sources […]