Just Allergy Things Blog
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We are a teen-led digital magazine with all the information you need to know about food allergies. Our mission at Just Allergy Things Magazine is to share our experience with food allergies and give advice, comfort, and support to those who have food allergies or those who want to learn more about the cause. We also hope to shed light on the invisible impacts of living with food allergies and..
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3w ago
Going on field trips or school excursions can be a nervous experience for people with food allergies, but here are some ways to stay safe.
Bring your food allergy medication
The best way to stay safe is to bring your EpiPen or AuviQ with you on the field trip in a small pouch or bag. In addition, you can also bring an antihistamine like Claritin or Benadryl. Contact the trip supervisor a few days before the trip to let them know why you need your medication and what you’re allergic to. This will make the experience less stressful and make those on the trip aware of your allergies and what sym ..read more
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1M ago
According to Merriam Webster, empathy is defined as being aware of, understanding, and vicariously experiencing the feelings of others (“Empathy Definition & Meaning”). Life with a hidden condition like food allergies has a lot of challenges that people don’t recognize. It can be hard if you don’t have food allergies to show compassion for a situation that is so drastically different from your own. Many people with food allergies share the same experiences of receiving countless questions or witnessing media misrepresentation of food allergies. As a teen with food allergies, I have found ..read more
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1M ago
Total Time
15 minutes
Yield
2 cups
Try masala chai, an Indian tea, for a warm, comforting drink with friends or family! It’s made with fresh spices, and you’ll surely delight in its flavorful, rich taste!
Allergy Information
Free of: Peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, wheat, soy, sesame, fish, and shellfish
Contains: Milk
Ingredients
Tea Masala (5 mins):
½ inch cinnamon
3-4 green cardamoms
2 cloves
1 peppercorn
½ tsp ginger, crushed
Tea (10 mins):
½ cup water
2 tsp tea leaves
1 ½ cup milk
2 ½ tsp sugar
Directions
Step 1
First, make the tea masala (which will be added to the tea). Add the carda ..read more
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2M ago
Total Time
10 minutes
Yield
2 servings
For a quick, delicious recipe, try this cheesy garlic bread, which will “melt” your heart! It comes fresh from the oven, and you can enjoy it with friends and family in the comfort of your home!
Allergy Information
Free of: Peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, soy, sesame, fish, and shellfish
Contains: Milk and wheat
Ingredients
2 slices of bread
I like to use sourdough (which contains wheat), but make sure to double check the ingredients of your bread before use.
1 tbsp melted butter
1 clove of garlic (minced)
2 tbsp grated mozzarella cheese
¼ tsp dried orega ..read more
Just Allergy Things Blog
2M ago
Photo Credit: Noelle Nelson
My name is Noelle, and I am a Board Member/Staff Writer for Just Allergy Things Magazine, Red Sneakers for Oakley Ambassador, founder of Teach Teal: Food Allergy Awareness, founder of Best Buddies Wear Teal & Red, and a FARE Teen Advisory Group Member. I’m allergic to dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, and certain medications. Today, I interviewed my younger sister, Natalia (who has no food allergies), about her experiences with an older sister who has food allergies.
What is it like having an older sister with food allergies?
“It’s really scary. I feel worried for her ..read more
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3M ago
A plain crispy pizza crust
Total Time
55 minutes
Yield
6-8 slices
My pizza options have always been limited due to my food allergies. Nonetheless, I often want to eat pizza. As a solution to my cravings, I took an old tapioca flatbread recipe and adapted it into this allergen-free pizza crust.
I use the Authentic Foods brand tapioca flour. For the oven temperature, 350 works for a softer crust, 375 makes a bit crispier crust, and 400 produces the crispiest and fastest crust.
Allergy Information
Free of: Sesame, dairy, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, and soy
Contains: E ..read more
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4M ago
Total Time
1.5 hours
Yield
16 slices (2 loaves)
Pumpkin bread is the perfect dessert that will entertain your taste buds. Personally, I’ve always loved eating some delicious pumpkin bread, and this is the best recipe that delivers that taste. This pumpkin bread recipe was based off of and modified from Natasha’s Kitchen’s recipe.
Allergy Information
Free of: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Milk, Sesame, Fish, Shellfish, Soy (depending on substitutions)
Contains: Eggs, Wheat
Ingredients
2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups of granular sugar
1 tsp of baking soda that has been sifted
2 tsp of baking powder
2 ..read more
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4M ago
In the latest episode of ",A New Perspective,” host Tim Sutton delves into the world of food allergies with special guest Tiffany Leon, Assistant Director of Training and Professional Programs at ,Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE). This episode, titled "S3E10: Maneuvering the world of FARE," sheds light on the often-overlooked challenges faced by individuals with food allergies, providing insights into FARE's resources and initiatives, including the Teal Pumpkin Project.
Understanding the Host
Tim Sutton, a retired law enforcement officer with over 33 years of experience, has dedic ..read more
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4M ago
Living with food allergies is hard to come to terms with. Whether you have just one allergy or many like me, this condition is something that is inescapable – but why should we try to escape it? I recently attended FARE’s National Food Allergy Summit in Orlando. I got the opportunity to meet people in the food allergy community that I’ve connected with for years, hear others’ stories, and learn about the recent progress the community has made. It was truly an incredible experience.
Meeting people who were so proud and educated about living with food allergies gave me the confidence to realize ..read more
Just Allergy Things Blog
4M ago
Have you ever done an oral food challenge? An oral food challenge is a procedure where the patient eats food in regulated increasing amounts under medical supervision to determine if the patient has a true food allergy. Oral food challenges are not easy. In fact, they are stressful and often scary. After three oral food challenges, I have figured out a couple tips and tricks that work for me to have an experience that is stress-free (or as stress-free as possible).
Note: Always ensure you have your doctor’s permission before trying your allergens, either in an oral food challenge or during or ..read more