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When others say nothing can be done, TIP can help.

The Tolerance Induction Program™ (TIP) is the only treatment of its kind to help patients conquer food allergies and the anxiety that comes with them—for life. 

Successfully treating a full spectrum of food allergens, including the most severe and complex cases, TIP enables patient to eat their allergens as freely as a non-allergic person in 2.5 to 4 years.

We call this Food Freedom: the ability to eat anything, anytime, without restriction or fear. Because when your child can eat safely, your whole family can live freely.

TIP offers a safe and lasting solution for those:

  • Group 30 18 months to 25 years old
  • Group 30 With a history of food anaphylaxis 
  • Group 30 Managing multiple food allergies, including the Top 9 and many more
  • Group 30 With underlying health conditions (Asthma, Eczema, EoE, etc.)
  • Group 30 Disqualified from other allergy treatments

We treat the 9 most common allergens:

  • Peanut
  • Tree Nut
  • Egg
  • Milk
  • Soy
  • Fish
  • Shellfish
  • Wheat
  • Sesame
  • Environmental
  • + More!
Find out if TIP is right for you!

TIP teaches the body. And the body learns.

TIP is all about reducing risk to the patient. Safety supports everything. We start with thorough diagnostic testing of your child’s unique body chemistry.

Then, we gradually introduce safe food proteins that are similar to the allergen but won’t trigger a reaction. These bio-similar proteins help train the immune system to tolerate the allergens without any risk of direct exposure.

Then, when the immune system is ready, we gradually and carefully introduce small amounts of the actual allergen. Dosages then get increased. Tolerance builds. And over time, the body accepts the allergen as non-threatening.

This precisely controlled approach means patients can be exposed to allergens with less than 1% risk of reaction. Many patients see surprising results within the first year!

 

Soy shares similar protein structures to peanuts

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This diagram is for illustrative purposes only and does not represent the actual structure of a food protein.
 
 

How does soy help with a peanut allergy?

The protein structures in soy are similar to those found in peanuts, allowing your child to build tolerance to peanuts before ever eating one. That’s the idea behind TIP.

 

No Shots. No One-size-fits-all Pills.
Just Real Foods For Real Results.
No Shots. No One-size-fits-all Pills.
Just Real Foods For Real Results.

Every step. Every dose. Made uniquely for your child.

Based on your child’s diagnostic data and medical history, we create a plan that’s completely personalized and unique. 

By your second appointment, you will receive a complete treatment roadmap, outlining the precise number of visits and food doses required to reach Food Freedom. No guesswork is done, ever.

At Home Dosing

Over
90%
of treatment is
done at home

Your home is where almost all treatment happens, with only 4–6 visits required per year at one of our California treatment centers. In between these in-person appointments, patients will dose at home in 8-12 week treatment cycles following their custom plan.

 
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TIP provides gummy doses for 28 different allergens, ensuring dosing accuracy and ease of consumption.

TIP provides gummy doses for 28 different allergens, ensuring dosing accuracy and ease of consumption.

Phases of treatment

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Pre-Treatment

Blood, skin prick, and patch tests create a detailed immune profile to develop your personalized treatment plan.

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Conditioning
Patients gradually introduce and challenge similar food proteins, lowering their allergic response without direct allergen exposure.
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Tolerance Induction
With lower allergic levels, patients introduce and successfully challenge primary allergens, expanding their diet and reducing the need to scrutinize labels.
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Food Freedom
With once-weekly maintenance dosing, allergic numbers drop to single digits, allowing patients to achieve Food Freedom and live a non-allergic life. This calls for celebration!

Safety Isn’t a Feature—It’s the Foundation

From providing patients with allergen gummies for precise dosing to real-time plan adjustments, customized emergency plans, and a 24/7 reaction hotline, TIP is rooted in safety.

  • Precision Gummy Dosing

    Our in-house food laboratory produces allergen gummies, ensuring a controlled, precise, and convenient way to train the immune system for lasting tolerance.

  • Real-time Plan Adjustments

    Through machine learning and regular diagnostic testing, we track a patient's progress and can adjust plans in real-time, ensuring each patient is on the safest, most effective path. 

  • Customized Scenario Plans

    Patients receive customized exposure guides and emergency readiness plans to navigate emergencies safely. 

  • 24/7 Reaction Support

    Through our Command Center, patients receive 24/7 access to our provider team for reaction guidance and emergency support.

Insurance Carriers

We accept most PPOs* from the following carriers:

Aetna
anthem
United-Healthcare
Cigna
blue
healthnet

*Not a guarantee of coverage. Please contact your insurance company directly to determine if Food Allergy Institute is within your network and considered a participating provider under your plan.

 

Real Stories, From Real Families. 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is the Food Allergy Institute (FAI) located? Are appointments in person?

    In-person appointments at one of our California locations are required throughout treatment. Our program is specifically tailored to meet the needs of families who travel, welcoming patients from different parts of the country to international patients from around the globe.

    The number of in-person visits may vary depending on the individual’s custom plan and the patient’s location. However, patients typically visit our clinic four to six times a year.

  • Is TIP a pill or an allergy shot? How is TIP different than what my local allergist offers?

    The Tolerance Induction Program™ (TIP) is not a one-size-fits-all pill or an allergy shot. TIP uses real, natural foods to treat patients through a personalized, data-driven approach.

    Unlike local allergists who introduce allergens on day one, TIP begins by safely escalating “similar” food proteins—non-allergenic proteins that mimic the structure of the allergen without triggering a reaction. This teaches the immune system to tolerate allergens over time, significantly reducing the risk before direct exposure occurs.

    The Food Allergy Institute is the world’s most comprehensive food allergy treatment center, uniting researchers, data scientists, allergy experts, and clinicians to deliver unmatched care and support throughout every stage of your child’s treatment. No other program offers TIP’s level of precision, quality, or results—at this scale.

  • Who is eligible for TIP treatment?

    The Tolerance Induction Program™(TIP) is available for qualifying patients between the age of 18 months – 25 years old. This includes patients with severe and multiple food allergies and pre-existing conditions.

    We welcome virtually all food allergy cases. Though the average treatment length may be longer for patients with comorbidities or pre-existing conditions, this does not prevent a child from being a candidate for TIP.  

  • How much does TIP treatment cost?

    Average out-of-pocket costs are $1,100 monthly for the duration of the program. An in-network PPO may cover up to 50% of this cost. We accept most PPOs from the following carriers: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Cigna, Blue Shield of California, and Health Net.

    Please note that Kaiser and most HMOs are not covered, and patients with these plans will be charged cash pay rates. Learn more about our new patient cash bundle here.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is the Food Allergy Institute (FAI) located? Are appointments in person?

    In-person appointments at one of our California locations are required throughout treatment. Our program is specifically tailored to meet the needs of families who travel, welcoming patients from different parts of the country to international patients from around the globe.

    The number of in-person visits may vary depending on the individual’s custom plan and the patient’s location. However, patients typically visit our clinic four to six times a year.

  • Is TIP a pill or an allergy shot? How is TIP different than what my local allergist offers?

    The Tolerance Induction Program™ (TIP) is not a one-size-fits-all pill or an allergy shot. TIP uses real, natural foods to treat patients through a personalized, data-driven approach.

    Unlike local allergists who introduce allergens on day one, TIP begins by safely escalating “similar” food proteins—non-allergenic proteins that mimic the structure of the allergen without triggering a reaction. This teaches the immune system to tolerate allergens over time, significantly reducing the risk before direct exposure occurs.

    The Food Allergy Institute is the world’s most comprehensive food allergy treatment center, uniting researchers, data scientists, allergy experts, and clinicians to deliver unmatched care and support throughout every stage of your child’s treatment. No other program offers TIP’s level of precision, quality, or results—at this scale.

  • Who is eligible for TIP treatment?

    The Tolerance Induction Program™(TIP) is available for qualifying patients between the age of 18 months – 25 years old. This includes patients with severe and multiple food allergies and pre-existing conditions.

    We welcome virtually all food allergy cases. Though the average treatment length may be longer for patients with comorbidities or pre-existing conditions, this does not prevent a child from being a candidate for TIP.  

  • How much does TIP treatment cost?

    Average out-of-pocket costs are $1,100 monthly for the duration of the program. An in-network PPO may cover up to 50% of this cost. We accept most PPOs from the following carriers: Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Cigna, Blue Shield of California, and Health Net.

    Please note that Kaiser and most HMOs are not covered, and patients with these plans will be charged cash pay rates. Learn more about our new patient cash bundle here.