When you live with a nut allergy, you quickly learn that this danger doesn’t just come from obvious foods like peanut butter cookies, granola, or trail mix. In reality, some of the trickiest risks to identify hide where you least expect them. That’s why in this post, I will be going over a list of…

Food allergies aren’t just about reading labels or avoiding certain foods, they come with an emotional side that people don’t always see. The fear, the embarrassment, the frustration, and the constant awareness of every environment, it’s a lot. Plus, even when you’ve lived with allergies for years, the emotional burden allergies have can still creep…

Let’s be honest, so many classic pies are a major no for people with nut allergies.Pecan pie? Nope.Walnut pie? Nope.Even chocolate pies at bakeries often sneak in almond flour crusts, cross-contact, or “may contain” warnings.So, instead of stressing at the dessert table or skipping pie altogether, here’s a recipe that gives you everything you want,…

Living with allergies means learning a skill most people never even think about at such a young age, always being prepared. People sometimes may call it “being extra”, but to those with allergies, being “extra,” AKA prepared and having a backup plan, makes all the difference. So, here are some tips for a great allergy…

Accidental exposures are terrifying, but they’re also moments where preparation can take over when panic tries to which helps extremely. So, here’s a guide I wish I knew sooner on some of my tips on how to handle an unexpected allergic reaction: Ultimately, these tips help the complex system of navigating food allergies, and by…

Allergies are not always about the most obvious. The reality is that sometimes the most dangerous triggers are the ones nobody thinks about and the ones that hide. So here are 10 sneaky places allergens hide so you can watch out for them and stay prepared in the future! 1. Cutting boardsWood absorbs everything. That…

Amusement parks are all about fun. Whether it is the thrill of the rollercoaster rides, crazy games with humongous stuffed animal prizes, or insane-looking treats. But… for people with food allergies, this seemingly fun experience can be a trigger for anxiety. From fried Oreos to funnel cakes to the unfortunate fried Reese’s peanut butter cup,…

For most people, a trip to the grocery store is simple. Pick what you need, throw it in the cart, check out, and go. But, for someone with a nut allergy, it’s a full-on mission, especially when you reach certain aisles. One aisle, in particular, always makes me pause… the snack and bakery section. Granola…

Vacations are supposed to be the easiest, most relaxing part of life. Sun, sleep, snacks, repeat. But… if you’re traveling with food allergies, you know there’s always that extra layer of food logistics staring in the background. New restaurants, new ingredients, new kitchens, and new people preparing your food. I used to think that traveling…

If you’ve ever stood in front of your fridge at 10 pm, staring into the emptiness of your fridge, and praying that a fully packed nut-free lunch would magically assemble itself…welcome to the club. Packing lunches with food allergies isn’t hard because the food is boring, it’s hard because you have to balance safe, easy,…