# Food Allergy Bracelets This Medical Bracelet is Designed to Ease Child Food Allergy Management By David Ingram | Published 2016-01-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-allergy-management References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1446429208/bluetooth-powered-proactive-food-allergy-alert-wri) & [allerguarder](http://allerguarder.com/) With one in twelve children suffering from a serious food-related allergy, the need for a proper food allergy management system is a real concern for many parents. Luckily, the 'Allerguarder' aims to ensure your child is able to avoid an allergic reaction when they're out of your sight. This [medical bracelet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-safety-bracelet) acts like a protective beacon that can be programmed with data describing your child's [specific food allergy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayass-bioscience), and also describe how the allergy is specifically triggered as well. Anyone who has downloaded the companion app for this food allergy management system, like say a coach, teacher or babysitter, will be notified when your child is within a 50-foot radius. The bracelet will then let people know which foods to avoid exposing your child to, and will let you rest a little easier. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Food Allergy Management Systems:** The rise of food allergies is a major concern, creating opportunities for medical devices and technology to provide solutions for food allergy management. - **Wearable Medical Alert Bracelets:** Wearable medical devices like the Allerguarder are especially useful for children with food allergies as they can be programmed to provide alerts and information to caregivers. - **Companion Mobile Apps for Medical Devices:** Mobile apps that are designed to work alongside medical devices like the Allerguarder provide an opportunity for innovation and improved patient outcomes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Medical Devices:** Companies that produce medical devices for the purpose of preventing or managing food allergies have the potential to enter a growing market that serves a critical need. - **Wearable Technology:** Companies that specialize in wearable technology can develop products like the Allerguarder to improve the lives of people with food allergies. - **Mobile App Development and Integration:** Developers who specialize in mobile app development and integration can collaborate with medical device manufacturers in order to create comprehensive solutions for allergy management. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Health-Tracking Swimmer Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soswim-safety-bracelet.md) - [Allergen-Detecting Food Testers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergen-alert.md) - [Kid-Friendly Allergy Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-allergy-relief.md) - [AI-Powered Allergy Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-scan-genius.md) - [Allergen-Inclusive Child Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oat-fruit-bars.md) - [Peanut Allergy Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viaskin-peanut-patch.md) - [Allergy-Safe Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergysmart.md) - [Alcohol-Monitoring Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcoholmonitoring-bracelet.md) - [Luxurious Safety Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-safety-bracelet.md)