Allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S., and every year, severe allergic reactions to food result in 90,000 visits to the ER. Some of the most common allergens are found in food, pollen, mold, and dust mite allergies though the wide range that exists is astounding. Below are just a few that may be new to you. Water (Aquagenic Urticaria) Water sustains life and makes up around 60% of men’s (and 55% of women’s) bodies. It is therefore surprising to learn that some people are allergic to it! Aquagenic urticaria causes itchy, painful hives to appear whenever ..read more

Thanks to Sophie from Hare's Kitchen for this fabulous guest recipe for gluten free coconut cookies! These delicious cookies are crunchy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. Made with only gluten free, dairy free and vegan ingredients, they could be the perfect snack if you need to navigate some of the common allergens.  This recipe is very easy to make and comes together in less than 30 minutes. I’ve added raisins to the cookie mix, but other dried fruits work well too. You’ll shape the cookies with your hands, so no cookie cutters are needed.  These gluten fre ..read more

This guest post will take you through the experience of a brand new treatment for food allergies, the Tolerance Induction Program. This personalised program is tailored to an individual's needs and promises freedom from fear of a reaction. I'm not the spontaneous type, so signing up for the Tolerance Induction Program (TIP™) at the nonprofit Southern California Food Allergy Institute (SCFAI) after hearing about it from other allergy bloggers was a surprise to me. Desperate for any relief from my food allergies and the anxiety they caused, I took a chance and have never looked back. The life-ch ..read more

Now is a great time to enter the world of podcasts - a handy way to learn about topics you're interested in, find out about other people's experiences, and feel connected to the outside world. Today I'm bringing you a roundup of the best allergy podcasts. Pop in your earbuds and enjoy! [AD - AFFILIATE This post contains affiliate links from which I may earn a commission] Podcasts can be a great way to get information you need and hear from others with similar experiences. You can listen to podcasts while driving, walking, running or even just at home while washing up! This makes them super con ..read more

These cheesy tasting savoury vegan scones are halfway between a classic British 'scone' and an American 'biscuit'. They are delicious served warm and smothered in dairy-free butter or dipped in gravy. Alternatively, you could enjoy them with your favourite vegan cheese and chutney. I was inspired to make this recipe because I have a large rosemary bush in my garden and I couldn't resist cooking with the tiny, delicate flowers that blossom every spring. Jump to Recipe Edible Rosemary Flowers Rosemary flowers are indeed edible, with a gentler version of the same flavour as the leaves themselves ..read more

In this guest post, Donna shares her experiences of her son's allergies: nuts, peanuts and legumes. She contrasts the difference between how people deal with well-known allergies like nuts and peanuts, and how they react to a legume allergy. She also discusses the difficulties involved in managing an allergy outside the Top 14. This is something we have experienced in the My Allergy Kitchen household as well (read our story here). Becoming An Allergy Parent Peanut butter was just about my favourite food! I ate it on toast for breakfast most days, but it was also one of my favourite snacks. I w ..read more

Food allergies are on the rise, with an estimated 2 million people in the UK with a diganosed food allergy. Hospital admissions for allergic reactions are increasing sharply over time. Food allergies can cause unpleasant symptoms such as hives, diarrhoea, vomiting and in severe cases, anaphylaxis. The most important way to manage food allergies is strict avoidance of the foods that cause a reaction. So why are we told it is important to get medical advice and support if a food allergy is suspected? Can't we just self diagnose food allergies? [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is a Food Allergy? A f ..read more

[AD - This post contains affiliate links from which I may earn a commission if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases] In the early days of living with my daughter's food allergies, I used to pride myself on cooking everything from scratch. It was as if I was on some sort of noble struggle, a way of sticking two fingers up to the universe. Going to make it impossible for me to cook yummy things are you? Well I'll show you! However, we are now 6 years in to living with allergies and my medal has not arrived, no statue has been erected, and I'm a bit fed up ..read more

Allergy Voices: Volume 2 is a free e-book which gets up close and personal with people with allergies from around the world. If you're new to the world of allergies, or just feel like the only person in your world with this condition, these inspiring stories will bring you a sense of hope and a feeling that you are not alone. Of course, we would not wish to have allergies, but you can still enjoy life to the full and live out your dreams - just with some extra planning and preparation. In addition, these stories will show you how others have overcome challenges such as: gettting a diagnosis b ..read more

Babies with cow's milk protein allergy are often allergic to soya too. For those with peanut allergy, a small number will also be allergic to soya. It could be one of multiple allergies, or soya may be your only allergy. Thankfully, under current labelling laws, soya (or soy, depending on where you are in the world) has to be listed as an ingredient in foods, whether you are in the UK, Europe, the USA, Canada or Australia. This makes it much easier to spot foods that contain soya. But what about soybean oil? This is a question that came up recently in a group chat I'm in, and it was a question ..read more