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Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Eliminating gluten from my diet revolutionized my life.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Over time, it shapes you to not only be aware of your own health but also empathetic toward others facing invisible struggles.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Food allergies do not need restrictions or require blue paper barriers but instead more knowledge, empathy, and generalized understanding by the public.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Living with these allergies has brought both challenges and unexpected lessons.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “It has helped me determine which of my friends are worth keeping because they would make sure I have food to eat and make sure it is safe for me.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “While being gluten free is hard, it has taught me so much.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “It’s not easy living with a severe allergy, but it’s taught me a lot.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “I used to see my food allergy as a vulnerability; however, I now view it as a source of power.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “I don't want to be known as just an allergy kid.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “My allergy has promoted a deep sense of self-reliance, forcing me to become an advocate for my own health and well-being.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “There are so many discoveries to be made in treating autoimmune diseases, and I hope to lead the way in making life better for all affected children.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “It wasn’t just inconvenient — it was isolating.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “This allergy has taught me that life doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “My desire is to be part of the solution and a bridge to more understanding surrounding the severity of food allergies.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “In many ways, my peanut allergy has been a hidden blessing.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Living with a severe allergy has taught me resilience, compassion, and the importance of preparation.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Allergies have shaped my life negatively and positively!” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Life is a journey filled with lessons from unexpected obstacles that can later be fundamental to our success.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Growing up with a peanut allergy meant that my world was full of invisible dangers.” Read More
Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 Giordana Koutavas 8/13/25 “Dealing with allergies has taught me how to advocate for myself.” Read More