A quick reminder to those with nut allergies, as the temperatures drop and people begin to use their fireplaces this winter be aware of what you are burning. Many people use Duraflame
logs as a greener alternative to burning real wood. Duraflame
firelogs are made from 100% renewable, recyclable resources including either almond or walnut shells. The ground shells make up about 35% of the log and are blended and totally encapsulated in natural waxes.
According to Duraflame, the possibility of a potential reaction to the use of the logs is very unlikely due to the fact that they're wrapped in paper which blocks the direct contact with the firelog. In no way am I trying to discourage the use of Duraflame firelogs but on the side of caution we have chosen not to use them in our home due to my sons nut allergy. If you have a child with nut allergies be cautious and keep them out of reach to prevent possible contact reactions.
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logs as a greener alternative to burning real wood. Duraflame firelogs are made from 100% renewable, recyclable resources including either almond or walnut shells. The ground shells make up about 35% of the log and are blended and totally encapsulated in natural waxes.
According to Duraflame
, the possibility of a potential reaction to the use of the logs is very unlikely due to the fact that they're wrapped in paper which blocks the direct contact with the firelog. In no way am I trying to discourage the use of Duraflame firelogs but on the side of caution we have chosen not to use them in our home due to my sons nut allergy. If you have a child with nut allergies be cautious and keep them out of reach to prevent possible contact reactions. Other related posts:
Finally some answers from Silk
Food Allergens In Unexpected Places
Reminder in the midst of the Hostess recall
Energy/Enhancement Drinks and Milk Allergies
Beware: The Maraschino Cherry
This has been a concern of mine and we've used this in our chimnea 2 times with no issue. That said, knowing what I know about allergies, reaction doesn't have to occur after 1 exposure. It could happen after 1 or several exposures. Which is why I'm concerned after reading this. *sigh* yet another thing to be careful about!
ReplyDeleteAs for Duraflame's comment, they are not the expert on allergies/immunology so I'd feel more comfortable asking an allergist about the safety of using this product and the "paper which blocks direct contact with the firelog". I guess they're talking about contact reactions? So as long as my child doesn't touch it, it's ok? I would assume since I would be burning this outdoors, that inhalation isn't an issue either? I'm just not sure! I have lots of questions now! What about the ashes? What about the smoke? Bah! Lots more questions that I'll need to ask my child's allergist! Thanks for a great post!