One of the biggest challenges of living with food allergies or food restrictions is having the right balance of nutrients in the body. When we refrain from eating a certain type of food, it is very important that we find substitutes not only for texture or taste but for nutritional […]
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One of the activities that our family stayed away from after I learned about my children’s food allergies was traveling. Even though Child #2 and #3’s reactions were mostly upon ingestion and not through skin contact with the allergens (Thank God), I have to admit that I live in constant […]
Read moreYesterday, as the kids and I went to an indoor mini golf activity, I just realized that very soon my oldest will be in high school. After that, every two years to be exact, I’ll have a freshman. In just a blink of an eye, the kids will […]
Read moreA few weeks more and it’s back to school. If you one of the many who wants to make sure what your children are eating in school, I have a treat for you. For those who have no kids, don’t worry, I’m sure you’ll find these very helpful and yummy too. So feel free […]
Read moreToday is the first year our family will celebrate Valentine’s Day food allergy friendly. For years, receiving heart or flower shaped chocolates is something my children looks forward to every February 14th. Not wanting to break the tradition, I started looking for local New Jersey bakeries or dessert places that might […]
Read moreBreakfast is always big in our house. Since it is the first meal of the day, I want to make sure that everyone gets to have their fill of carbs, protein and even vitamins. After that, they can eat crappy right? (Yeah right!)Anyway, while I was making some pancakes the other […]
Read moreWhen I first found out about my son’s multiple allergies and was searching for affordable snacks, I instantly was drawn to his favorite — Rice Krispies Treats. I mean what could possibly go wrong? It was made of puffed rice anyway right? Oh well, after a few investigation (label […]
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