Environmental Allergies, Food Allergies, and Asthma

An article on the Foxbusiness.com website talks about how 80% of customers eat out less because of either food allergies and/or celiac disease.

80% of Customers Eat Out Less Due to Food Allergies & Celiac / Coeliac Disease Impacting Quality of Life

CHICAGO, May 6, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ —-Over 2,700 consumers and businesses from 35 countries participated in the new three-dimensional research study — Understanding Gluten and Allergen-Free Experiences of Guests & Hospitality Worldwide. The international findings deliver an innovative 360 degree view of market trends and expectations based on quantitative & qualitative insights from customers living with food allergies, celiac / coeliac and/or gluten-free diets, as well as food service providers.

There are currently 300+ million individuals worldwide managing special diets, resulting in decreased quality of life, lack of empirical market data and a void in general public awareness. To address these challenges, AllergyFree Passport(R: 70.88, -0.15, -0.21%) and its affiliate GlutenFree Passport(R: 70.88, -0.15, -0.21%) leading health consulting firms, exclusively sponsored and funded this pioneering initiative, supported by global organizations.

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