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The post Vegan Bean Dip appeared first on Zestfull. This creamy vegan bean dip is the answer to all your unsolved “what should we eat” questions. Or at least it has been for me over the last few weeks. It is a seriously versatile dip and pairs with pretty much everything from cheese and crackers, leftover baked chicken, on top of a salad, as a replacement for sour cream on a baked potato, with roasted veggies, and simply by the spoonful. The possibilities are endless!  A sesame free hummus dupe! It’s kind of like hummus? Ummmm maybe? Having a sesame allergy, I’ve never tried real hummus b ..read more

The post Healthcare Access for People Managing Allergies appeared first on Zestfull. You’re flaring up because of allergies, and it takes at least a month to see an allergist. Meanwhile, you’re stressed, not sleeping, and worried that your voice is not being heard, no matter how urgent your request is. Or what about the cost of auto-injectors? Why are generic options versus brand names always changing? Are you experiencing issues with healthcare access?  A lack of healthcare access for people managing allergies leads to healthcare disparities and a significant impact on quality of life. A ..read more

The post Cofactors That Contribute to Severe Allergic Reactions to Food  appeared first on Zestfull. Is there anything that can amplify severe allergic reactions to food? The answer, which is not to freak you out, is that some co-factors can contribute to severe symptoms, including anaphylaxis. Knowing this and knowing that NO, the next reaction may not be more severe, can help you better understand and manage your food allergies. This post is part of our Knowledge is Power Program in collaboration with Allergy Insider. You will find a free downloadable patient information sheet on cofact ..read more

The post Brown Soda Bread appeared first on Zestfull. Whether it is St. Patrick’s day, a rainy day, or a day where you are craving a warm slice of bread then this brown irish soda bread recipe is for you. This recipe uses a combination of flour and oats, plus the power of baking soda to make it light and fluffy. It is a lovely yeast-free loaf that requires no kneading or proofing, no wonder we love a good soda bread! Oat Soda Bread No bread is not hard to make. Trust us after you pull out this loaf of brown bread, you will know how easy bread can be to made! Plus this brown soda bread is whol ..read more

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The post Trekking in Patagonia: How to plan for thru-hiking as a food allergy adult appeared first on Zestfull. Ever since I learned about the glaciers in Patagonia, one of my bucket list travel items has been to visit them before they melt. As a kid, walking on them was more of a romantic idea, but as an adult who has become fond of hiking and a good challenge, a mere glacier tour was not enough. We have been flirting with thru-hikes for a while and finally decided to take the plunge by trekking in Patagonia! But what would it be like thru hiking as a food allergy adult in a remote place like ..read more

The post Home made Wonton Soup (Soy-Free) appeared first on Zestfull. There is nothing better than a bowl of home made wonton soup after a long journey! This soup does it all; revitalizes, fills you up, comfort in a bowl, and it puts smiles on the faces of weary travelers.  In my family wonton soup is the go-to meal after a day of travel or a hard day at the office. The best part of getting off a long flight is knowing that wontons are waiting for us in the freezer, ready to be boiled and served with some broth and lettuce. Typically, wontons are made with soy sauce. After I had develope ..read more