According to a 2007 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately three million children under the age of 18 have experienced a food or digestive allergy in the past year. This figure has continued to increase, prompting extensive research from federal and private organizations alike. While some children seem to outgrow their allergies, many must learn to live with their condition. Fortunately, there are steps that parents and health care providers can take to educate kids about food allergies.