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Meet Rebecca


Rebecca's Self-Portrait

Age: 20
Allergic to: milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts
Favorite TV shows: The O.C., Family Guy
Loves: spending time with friends

Advice to other teens with food allergies:
Do not be embarrassed to talk openly with your friends about your allergies; the more they know, the better. In a time of need, they can provide invaluable aid and support. Trust your intuition. If something about a food doesn’t seem safe, don’t eat it.



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