Before guests arrive at Arroyo Vista Inn, we inquire whether
they have food allergies that apply to breakfast. We also occasionally have guests who call in
advance to inquire about whether we use air fresheners or scents (we don’t) and
what cleaning products we use. This is because
food allergies, and other allergies, are on the rise. UCLA Allergy Center hypothesizes one in five
people now has an allergic condition.
Additionally, children’s hospitals
nationwide have seen a spike in severity of the children’s reactions to
allergies.
Last weekend we had a record number of guests with food
allergies! As long as we know in
advance, we are happy to accommodate them.
We always have soy milk available and vegetarian choices, but gluten
free and dairy free can be a bit more challenging, unless we know in advance. If we know ahead of time, it’s easy!
In any case these
discussions with guests lead me to research a bit more on the increase in
allergies, not only in the US but world-wide.
There are some theories that global warming has contributed to an increase
in pollen and ragweed. There are
theories that excessive cleanliness and, indeed, sterile conditions, have
contributed by reducing immunities we might have naturally developed from
contact with germs. Some experts opine the
Western diet has contributed to a decline in helpful gut bacteria. Some specialists urge earlier contact with potential
allergy triggers (Dr. Ferdman at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles) and some urge
later contact, demonstrating this is clearly an emerging area of medicine.
As the severity of allergic reaction increases, please let us know in advance so that we may help you avoid harmful triggers.
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