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I'm Having A Tough Time With Finding Food To Eat; I Keep Getting Trip Up On Oils, Spices, And Cross-contamination; Any Advice?

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Forest Hill, WV
2 days ago
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Managing food allergies can be challenging, but here are some tips to help:

1. Read Labels Carefully: Always check for allergens in oils, spices, and processed foods. Ingredients like "natural flavors" can hide allergens, so contact manufacturers if unsure.

2. Cook at Home: Preparing meals yourself reduces Show Full Answer

Managing food allergies can be challenging, but here are some tips to help:

1. Read Labels Carefully: Always check for allergens in oils, spices, and processed foods. Ingredients like "natural flavors" can hide allergens, so contact manufacturers if unsure.

2. Cook at Home: Preparing meals yourself reduces cross-contamination risks. Use allergy-friendly recipes from trusted sources like Allergy Mums or Enjoy Life.

3. Avoid Buffets and Fried Foods: These are high-risk for cross-contamination.

4. Communicate Clearly: Inform restaurants or hosts about your allergies and ask detailed questions about ingredients and preparation methods.

5. Use Allergy-Free Substitutes: For example, sunflower seed butter for peanut butter or coconut oil for butter.

6. Follow Allergy-Friendly Resources: Websites like MyFoodAllergyTeam or apps like Spokin offer recipes and tips tailored to food allergies.

Stay vigilant and explore new recipes to make eating enjoyable and safe!

2 days ago

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