About the Author

Dr. Janice Vickerstaff Joneja is a research scientist in medical microbiology and immunology, a registered dietitian in Canada, and a member of the American Dietetic Association. She is an adjunct professsor in the School of Agricultural Sciences at the University of British Columbia and an Honorary Research Fellow in the School of Biosciences, University of Birmingham. She was the founder and head of the Allergy Nutrition Research Program in Vancouver Hospital and Health Sciences Center. Dr. Joneja is the author of various books in the field, including Understanding Allergy Sensitivity and Immunity: A Comprehensive Guide and Dealing with Food Allergies.