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How To Plan A Party For Guests With Food Allergies
Event and party planning can feel overwhelming, especially if there are guests with food restrictions. From wedding receptions to conferences to birthday parties, what can you do to keep your guests safe? What is the role of the guest in communicating their food needs? What should parents of allergic children do when their child is invited to a birthday party?
Video Podcast: The Health Effects of Cannabis
Want to know more about cannabis and the advantages and risks associated with using it? In this video podcast, host Tanya Allen interviews Stephanie Karasick, Founder & Chief Creative Officer at Strainprint Technologies, and Dr. Danial Schecter, MD, a practicing family physician and co-founder of the Canabo Medical Clinic.
Sports Nutrition & Supplements: An Olympic Athlete’s Story
Food is fuel and for athletes this concept is extremely important. Whether you take part in sports recreationally or you’re a professional athlete, proper nutrition is crucial to success.
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