Monthly Archive: January 2015

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Non-Dairy and Dairy Free Labels: May Contain Milk Protein!

When shopping for dairy-free products, are you confused by the non-dairy and dairy free labels on the product packaging?  You should be. Beware that the terms “non-dairy” and “dairy free” do NOT necessarily mean that the product is free of milk protein! Confusing, I know. The reason is that the FDA’s definition of the term “non-dairy” allows for the use of casein (a milk protein) in the product with that label.  It may not contain actual milk as an ingredient but, for some ridiculous reason, milk protein is allowed.  I have found that many products labeled non-dairy (a term often...

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I Know How to Use a Stethoscope, or, Having a Child With Asthma or Reactive Airway Disease

When a child has breathing issues, it’s scary. Unfortunately, my children have been to the emergency room and admitted to the hospital more times than I care to think about. Thankfully, they are both doing rather well now. Here are some things I have learned along the way about having a child with asthma or reactive airway disease. (Remember that I am not a doctor or nurse so, please, always consult with your child’s pediatrician regarding your child!) ♦  Asthma or Reactive Airway Disease? Breathing problems in children under 6 are usually not diagnosed as “asthma” because they cannot accurately gauge...

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How to Prepare for a Storm When You Have Food Allergies and Asthma

“French toast alert!”  That cracks me up.  It refers to the panic before snowstorms where everyone rushes to the store to buy bread, milk and eggs. With our food allergies, my storm shopping list is a little different! Also, having a child with asthma has its own concerns in the face of a nasty Nor’Easter. A blizzard is heading this way tonight and people are practically killing each other in the parking lots and aisles of grocery and home improvement stores to get prepared.  I shopped in case we get snowed in or lose power for a long time, especially...

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Cheese in My Back Pocket, and Other Dairy Free Cheese Tips

When you begin your dairy free journey, your first experience with cheese products may be frightening. Why won’t it melt?  What’s with the texture? And what’s that smell?? Even making a grilled cheese sandwich with dairy free cheese can be an exercise in frustration. Cooking with dairy free cheese has some unique challenges, but before you throw in the towel, try some of these tips, including how to make a dairy free grilled cheese sandwich! Sample Many Brands and Flavors, as No Two Dairy Free Cheeses are Alike Dairy free cheese products vary greatly and although many are soy-based, some...

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The Best Nut Free Granola Recipe

This basic nut free granola recipe is great because it’s not overly sweet and you can add to it whatever you like. Try coconut, dried fruit bits, seeds or nuts if you can have them, or even allergen-free chocolate chips! Me, I make it plain and that makes me happy. Eat it with yogurt or milk, dairy or non-dairy, however it suits you. I’ve been tinkering with this recipe for many years, and now think it is the best nut free granola recipe. I’ve tried it with all kinds of sweeteners and different oils, and like this combination the best....

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Help for Multiple Food Allergies, Eczema and Asthma If you have landed here, you are likely an individual or parent dealing with multiple food allergies and sensitivities, eczema, and/or asthma, and trying to live a normal life. I’m right there with you! This site is full of info about everything related to multiple food allergies, eczema and asthma, including tips and recipes, all to help make your life easier. I hope you find this blog useful. If you have a question, comment or suggestion for a post, please let me know. In the coming weeks, I will add even more tips, allergy-free recipes, product...