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Soy-Free MSG-Free DIY Homemade Sazon Recipe
I scoured the internet for the perfect Sazon recipe and learned quite a bit in the process. For example, did you know that culantro is NOT a misspelling at all but actually a cousin of the cilantro we all know so well? It is primarily used in Asian and Carribean cuisine. It is actually stronger… Continue reading
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Is Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Safe For People With Severe Food Allergies?
Is your olive oil really soybean oil and chlorophyll? It all started with a comment by a concerned mama on the Soy Allergy Board on Facebook. She posted a picture of her daughter’s reaction to Bertolli Light Olive Oil. This literally broke my heart and took me back to my childhood where I was covered… Continue reading
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Eczema and Hives – Resisting The Urge Of Self-Mutilation
I have a confession to make. I’m sure many bloggers do it.I tend to write about what is on my mind at the moment as most writers tend to do. For the past two weeks, I was an itchy mess of hives and peeling, itching skin. My educated guess is that its probably due to my environmental allergies… Continue reading
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Damage Control – Dealing With An Allergic Reaction
Allergic reactions from food usually include mild to severe skin rashes. It’s important to know what to do if you experience an allergic reaction to help ensure your comfort. Taking the right allergy medication is only the beginning For most of us, dealing with an allergic reaction to pollen or environmental allergies involves taking… Continue reading
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Cilantro Turmeric Rice and Beans
The other day, I posted a pic on Twitter of my OWN soy-free, nut-free and gluten-free concoction, Turmeric Cilantro Black Beans and Rice! If you cannot use coconut oil, you can sub it with 5 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. IF you don’t have soy allergy or gluten issues you may use… Continue reading
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I HATE Summer — Living With Cholinergic Urticaria
I normally try to avoid complaining on social media or on my blogs but this is one topic I can’t keep quiet about. I don’t hate summer for no reason, trust me. Its not the tiny outfits that are way too small on the wrong body type or the bright happy colors that make my inner goth… Continue reading
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Gluten-free Soy-Free Soy Sauce
So I’ve decided to perfect my own rendition of soy sauce. I’ve tried like three recipes so far and none comes close to this one. It is COMPLETELY SOY-FREE, NUT-FREE AND GLUTEN-FREE. Soy-Free Soy Sauce Recipe INGREDIENTS 2 cups (or 16 OZ) CHICKEN broth (I use Pacific Natural Foods Organic Low-Sodium Chicken Broth, 4-Count, 8-Ounce Cartons (Pack of… Continue reading
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My Gluten Challenge
I realize this is primarily a food-allergy blog, but being that Celiac disease symptoms and the strict avoidance of gluten is very akin to the strict avoidance of foods we’re allergic to, I am including this experience on this site. If you feel this does not concern or interest you, I apologize and you may skip this post and move on to… Continue reading
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Taxis and Limousines With Vending Machines? Will YOU Be Affected??
A few weeks ago, I came across an article about vending machines by a company called Taxi Treats being implemented in NYC taxi cabs and possibly across the country. The vending machines will contain energy drinks, over-the-counter medicine, cologne, breath mints, snacks and condoms. You can read more about this proposal through the links on my petition… Continue reading
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Peanut Allergies and Protecting Yourself In Public
Last night, I had a little scare with one of my friends’ asthma and ended up driving him to the hospital at almost 1AM. He’s ok now, thank God. The LAST thing I expected was a ‘peanut incident.’ Sitting there in the Emergency Room waiting area with a bad cold, my sense of smell and hearing… Continue reading