I think it’s safe to say we all carry around a little anxiety when it comes to our little ones and food allergies, particularly to peanuts. Many schools have banned peanuts, and more and more moms have delayed introducing their little ones to the nut for fear of developing a peanut allergy. However, peanuts are delicious, nutritious, and allergies are not quite as prevalent as you might think. Here to ease some of your worries and give us the facts is my guest this week, Sherry Coleman Collins A.K.A Ms. Peanut RD.  Sherry is a Registered Dietician who shares her love of all things peanut with her husband, furry pup, and her little “peanut” of her own. Sherry has been working with the National Peanut Board for years now building on her experience with Pediatrics and School Nutrition. She is on a mission to encourage parents to do their homework, and introduce their little ones to peanut protein earlier than they might think—as early as 4 months for some! Surprised? Confused? Don’t be! Tune in to find out everything you want to know and more about the powerful peanut. Make sure you hang around for my easy and healthy soft serve “ice cream” recipe, plus all the resources you could ever need for the early introduction of peanut protein.    Also in this episode: Sherry’s always fed kids with her work with Pediatrics in nutrition and School Nutrition. What is the deal with peanut allergies and the prevalence here in the US?  Dispelling some of the myths and uncovering the mysteries of food allergies.  The curious case of Israeli Bamba peanut puffs.  How to introduce peanuts to children based on their risk.  Sherry’s favorite ways to cook with peanuts.  Nutritional benefits of peanuts. Sherry’s favorite cook book (out of so many!)   Sponsors  Zespri Kiwifruit Bush’s Beans   Links http://nationalpeanutboard.org/ http://peanutallergyfacts.org/     Follow Sherry on Instagram and Twitter @peanutRD   To join the Podcast Posse and follow me on Social Media!  https://www.lizshealthytable.com/ My friends at Super Healthy Kids  http://www.superhealthykids.com/