Comments for Cook It Allergy Free http://cookitallergyfree.com Customizing recipes to work with your food allergies Mon, 14 May 2012 16:32:27 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Comment on Candied Apple Cranberry Upside-Down Cake And A Giveaway! by Pumpkin Ice Cream (Dairy Free) | Gluten Free Pantry http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2011/11/candied-apple-cranberry-upside-down-cake-and-a-giveaway/comment-page-3/#comment-165585 Pumpkin Ice Cream (Dairy Free) | Gluten Free Pantry Mon, 14 May 2012 16:32:27 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=3851#comment-165585 [...] minutes.) Serve immediately or freeze for later use. I shared this recipe on Sweet Tooth Friday and Cook it Allergy Free. Filed Under: Dairy-Free, Desserts, Ice Cream Tagged With: Dairy-Free, Desserts, Ice Cream, [...] [...] minutes.) Serve immediately or freeze for later use. I shared this recipe on Sweet Tooth Friday and Cook it Allergy Free. Filed Under: Dairy-Free, Desserts, Ice Cream Tagged With: Dairy-Free, Desserts, Ice Cream, [...]

]]> Comment on Type 1 Diabetes and Gluten: A real life story by Arien http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2010/07/type-1-diabetes-and-gluten-a-real-life-story/comment-page-1/#comment-165427 Arien Sun, 13 May 2012 15:14:09 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=444#comment-165427 Hey, thank you for sharing, it's really an interesting topic, since most doctors keep thinking that a Diabetes type 1 is just something that happens. Ah, how I love scientist talking about bad karma..... anyway, your post reminded me of an article I stumbled upon some time ago. An article, too long to keep my attention, then I thought. Today, I read it till the end and it's funny how at some point the autor offers a very good explanation at why diabetes type 1 and gluten- intolerance can be connected, even if the blood tests say differently. If you have the time- it's worth the read. http://www.fourhourworkweek.com/blog/2010/09/19/paleo-diet-solution/ Hey, thank you for sharing, it’s really an interesting topic, since most doctors keep thinking that a Diabetes type 1 is just something that happens. Ah, how I love scientist talking about bad karma…..

anyway, your post reminded me of an article I stumbled upon some time ago. An article, too long to keep my attention, then I thought. Today, I read it till the end and it’s funny how at some point the autor offers a very good explanation at why diabetes type 1 and gluten- intolerance can be connected, even if the blood tests say differently.

If you have the time- it’s worth the read.

http://www.fourhourworkweek.com/blog/2010/09/19/paleo-diet-solution/

]]> Comment on 7 Easy Steps to Make Your Own Water Kefir and Why You Should by Joc http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2012/01/7-easy-steps-to-make-water-kefir/comment-page-1/#comment-165011 Joc Sat, 12 May 2012 03:41:05 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=4422#comment-165011 Hi and thanks for this post! I've been trying to brew my own kefir for a few weeks and I'm not having much luck... I have no idea if it's working. But I've not given up yet! I currently have a batch mixed with black cherry juice for a second fermentation and I'm hoping that will let it bubble up and improve the flavor I'm getting. I read in your comments that you suggest honey as a sugar option and I wanted to give you the warning that because of honey's antibiotic properties, it shouldn't be used with kefir. You CAN use it, but you'll eventually have to change out your grains as the honey will kill them. Also, in response to the gal who doesn't have access to fresh fruit very often, you can use dried fruit in your fermentation process and then it doesn't have to be changed out every day. My source for all this info, by the way, is the Cultures for Health website. Hope that info helps out a little and thanks again! Great site. :) Hi and thanks for this post! I’ve been trying to brew my own kefir for a few weeks and I’m not having much luck… I have no idea if it’s working. But I’ve not given up yet! I currently have a batch mixed with black cherry juice for a second fermentation and I’m hoping that will let it bubble up and improve the flavor I’m getting.
I read in your comments that you suggest honey as a sugar option and I wanted to give you the warning that because of honey’s antibiotic properties, it shouldn’t be used with kefir. You CAN use it, but you’ll eventually have to change out your grains as the honey will kill them. Also, in response to the gal who doesn’t have access to fresh fruit very often, you can use dried fruit in your fermentation process and then it doesn’t have to be changed out every day. My source for all this info, by the way, is the Cultures for Health website. Hope that info helps out a little and thanks again! Great site. :)

]]> Comment on Tell Me Your Deepest Darkest Secrets… by Alisa http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2012/05/tell-me-your-deepest-darkest-secrets/comment-page-1/#comment-164447 Alisa Wed, 09 May 2012 22:47:01 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=4871#comment-164447 Though food allergy issues started with me, the frustrations have evolved to my husband. What's hardest for me is his constant state of flux. Is he reacting to this food, or that food, or no foods at all? What is he trialing this week and what is he being strict on? I can't use eggs, but if we go out to eat, and a little mayo sneaks in, he doesn't mind. I end up totally dreading mealtimes as I never know what to cook when! Last month is was no potatoes, tomatoes, eggs, almonds, etc., etc., etc., but now he trialed and tomatoes seem to be okay, maybe eggs too. I guess what is hard for me is that he hasn't set out a plan, a real elimination diet to trial. Everything is haphazard causing me to hate the kitchen. I have to let him do it himself though, as if I try to help him set a plan or stay on track, he inevitably gets frustrated with me. Okay, that was more of a vent than a deep dark secret :) Though food allergy issues started with me, the frustrations have evolved to my husband. What’s hardest for me is his constant state of flux. Is he reacting to this food, or that food, or no foods at all? What is he trialing this week and what is he being strict on? I can’t use eggs, but if we go out to eat, and a little mayo sneaks in, he doesn’t mind. I end up totally dreading mealtimes as I never know what to cook when! Last month is was no potatoes, tomatoes, eggs, almonds, etc., etc., etc., but now he trialed and tomatoes seem to be okay, maybe eggs too.

I guess what is hard for me is that he hasn’t set out a plan, a real elimination diet to trial. Everything is haphazard causing me to hate the kitchen. I have to let him do it himself though, as if I try to help him set a plan or stay on track, he inevitably gets frustrated with me. Okay, that was more of a vent than a deep dark secret :)

]]> Comment on Easy 8-Ingredient Cabbage Crunch Salad Even Your Kids Will Eat by Salad Mexicana with Creamy Avocado Dressing « CoCoNut MaMa http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2012/03/easy-8-ingredient-cabbage-crunch-salad-even-your-kids-will-eat/comment-page-1/#comment-164429 Salad Mexicana with Creamy Avocado Dressing « CoCoNut MaMa Wed, 09 May 2012 20:43:35 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=4737#comment-164429 [...] [...] [...] [...]

]]> Comment on Printable List of 50+ Allergy-Friendly Lunchbox Ideas by 10 Days of Gluten Free – Welcome & Packing A Balanced Lunchbox! | Tessa the Domestic Diva http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2011/08/printable-list-of-50-allergy-friendly-lunchbox-ideas/comment-page-1/#comment-163755 10 Days of Gluten Free – Welcome & Packing A Balanced Lunchbox! | Tessa the Domestic Diva Mon, 07 May 2012 13:20:24 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=3447#comment-163755 [...] IDEAS: Kim over at Cook It Allergy Free also has a great printable list of over 50 allergy-friendly lunchbox ideas. [...] [...] IDEAS: Kim over at Cook It Allergy Free also has a great printable list of over 50 allergy-friendly lunchbox ideas. [...]

]]> Comment on Tell Me Your Deepest Darkest Secrets… by Jenny http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2012/05/tell-me-your-deepest-darkest-secrets/comment-page-1/#comment-163601 Jenny Sun, 06 May 2012 20:28:40 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=4871#comment-163601 Hi, I've just discovered this site and its so good have others to relate to. I have dairy and wheat allergies, my 2 yr old and my 8 month old both have dairy and soya allergies and my husband is just plain fussy lol. I find meal times a struggle and can find myself making 4 different meals just to ensure everyone eats something suitable. My secret is I really hate Easter. Easter egg hunts, chocolate bunnies and all faff that goes with it really grates on me as it just leads to disappointment. This year my toddler has become aware of what others eat and wants to be the same so when she completed an Easter egg hunt and there was no dairy and soya free alternative at the end she was forced to watch all the other children ripping the shiny foil off their eggs and eat them up. She thought mummy was being horrid when I had to take the chocolate egg out of her eager little hands just as she went to bite into it. Having to do that to her and watch her little face drop still haunts me now. The organisers blame me for not telling them about the allergies, a little unjust as I go to the toddler group they run every week, I've declared the allergies on their paperwork and I tell them every week about it as the snack provided is usually unsuitable. I'll stop ranting now :-) Hi, I’ve just discovered this site and its so good have others to relate to. I have dairy and wheat allergies, my 2 yr old and my 8 month old both have dairy and soya allergies and my husband is just plain fussy lol. I find meal times a struggle and can find myself making 4 different meals just to ensure everyone eats something suitable. My secret is I really hate Easter. Easter egg hunts, chocolate bunnies and all faff that goes with it really grates on me as it just leads to disappointment. This year my toddler has become aware of what others eat and wants to be the same so when she completed an Easter egg hunt and there was no dairy and soya free alternative at the end she was forced to watch all the other children ripping the shiny foil off their eggs and eat them up. She thought mummy was being horrid when I had to take the chocolate egg out of her eager little hands just as she went to bite into it. Having to do that to her and watch her little face drop still haunts me now. The organisers blame me for not telling them about the allergies, a little unjust as I go to the toddler group they run every week, I’ve declared the allergies on their paperwork and I tell them every week about it as the snack provided is usually unsuitable. I’ll stop ranting now :-)

]]> Comment on Tell Me Your Deepest Darkest Secrets… by kelli http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2012/05/tell-me-your-deepest-darkest-secrets/comment-page-1/#comment-163264 kelli Sat, 05 May 2012 07:10:24 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=4871#comment-163264 I LOVE all the comments here!!! I have felt all these emotions in the last 2 years raising 3 little kids with food restrictions. The complaint I feel the guiltiest about is not being able to share our "special" food. It is incredibly expensive to feed a family of 5 good non processed, allergy free food. When we travel and visit family it never fails that someone eats our food. I love to share but the expense and effort it takes to make sure all my kids have food to eat and others not being respectful of that is irritating. I know they just don't understand that when my food is gone we cant go grab a pizza and a meal on the fly for all of us is impossible while traveling. I feel the worst about having to say no to my nieces and nephews when it comes to treats. I try coordinate deserts to be similar to what the rest of the family is having but it never fails they want ours and when i agree, about half the time (like any normal kid with food) they waste it. Ahhhh it just really annoys me. I love my huge extended family so much and I usually take the kids for a 6 week road trip during the summer to visit as many as we can. It is a lot of planning and budgeting to make meals work so when my sweet sister lets her child eat only one bite of my organic $2.19 per lb apple and throw it away I get a little resentful with her bargain basin $.75 per lb apple replacement. Petty I know and that is why I am so grateful to get to share this SECRET with such a supportive community!!! I have no idea how I would have gotten my children healthy without such wonderful people willing to experiment and share wonderful recipes, ideas and knowledge while living with allergies. My family loves food and they have no problem eating within their restrictions thanks to all of you!! I LOVE all the comments here!!! I have felt all these emotions in the last 2 years raising 3 little kids with food restrictions. The complaint I feel the guiltiest about is not being able to share our “special” food. It is incredibly expensive to feed a family of 5 good non processed, allergy free food. When we travel and visit family it never fails that someone eats our food.
I love to share but the expense and effort it takes to make sure all my kids have food to eat and others not being respectful of that is irritating. I know they just don’t understand that when my food is gone we cant go grab a pizza and a meal on the fly for all of us is impossible while traveling. I feel the worst about having to say no to my nieces and nephews when it comes to treats. I try coordinate deserts to be similar to what the rest of the family is having but it never fails they want ours and when i agree, about half the time (like any normal kid with food) they waste it. Ahhhh it just really annoys me.
I love my huge extended family so much and I usually take the kids for a 6 week road trip during the summer to visit as many as we can. It is a lot of planning and budgeting to make meals work so when my sweet sister lets her child eat only one bite of my organic $2.19 per lb apple and throw it away I get a little resentful with her bargain basin $.75 per lb apple replacement. Petty I know and that is why I am so grateful to get to share this SECRET with such a supportive community!!!
I have no idea how I would have gotten my children healthy without such wonderful people willing to experiment and share wonderful recipes, ideas and knowledge while living with allergies. My family loves food and they have no problem eating within their restrictions thanks to all of you!!

]]> Comment on 9 Health Benefits of Apples & Grain-Free Apple Puff Pancakes by Cooking With Kayla: Apple Puff Pancake http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2011/10/9-health-benefits-of-apples-grain-free-apple-puff-pancakes/comment-page-1/#comment-163147 Cooking With Kayla: Apple Puff Pancake Fri, 04 May 2012 22:31:05 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=3682#comment-163147 [...] to Cooking with Kayla! Today we tackled a Grain-Free Apple Puff Pancake by Cook It Allergy Free. Looking at the ingredients, I could not believe that this would actually [...] [...] to Cooking with Kayla! Today we tackled a Grain-Free Apple Puff Pancake by Cook It Allergy Free. Looking at the ingredients, I could not believe that this would actually [...]

]]> Comment on Tell Me Your Deepest Darkest Secrets… by Kim-Cook It Allergy Free http://cookitallergyfree.com/blog/2012/05/tell-me-your-deepest-darkest-secrets/comment-page-1/#comment-163129 Kim-Cook It Allergy Free Fri, 04 May 2012 19:51:36 +0000 http://cookitallergyfree.com/?p=4871#comment-163129 Carol, my dear, you know how much I love your positive outlook and glass-half-full view of life. It is so inspiring! And we occasionally get glutenized here too. It is frustrating, but we have just learned to be diligent and as aware as possible. Not much else you can do! Thanks for sharing! :) x0x0 k Carol, my dear, you know how much I love your positive outlook and glass-half-full view of life. It is so inspiring!

And we occasionally get glutenized here too. It is frustrating, but we have just learned to be diligent and as aware as possible. Not much else you can do!

Thanks for sharing! :)
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