About this blog
There’s no denying that food allergies are a growing concern in the US. With about 3 million children affected -- 1 in 17 under age 3 -- it’s likely you know someone dealing with food issues.
My 2-year-old daughter, Ava, is part of that 3 million. But while her food allergies seem to bring never-ending challenges, I always remind myself that “having less may bring you more.”
Join me, a wannabe foodie, in my quest to make my daughter’s food experiences positive ones while trying to save time, money and my sanity.
Monthly Archives: October 2009
Fighting allergies in the garden
I was talking to one of my bosses earlier today, and he mentioned his neighbor, who deals with gluten issues, was big into gardening as a way to control what food he eats, which is a big deal for people … Continue reading
One-ingredient ice cream (no milk involved)
I know – I didn’t believe it either. My co-worker Nicki sent me a recipe for banana ice cream. And that’s the only thing you use to make it – bananas. Can it get any simpler? Here’s the recipe, taken … Continue reading
Recipe of the day: Banana chicken with black bean sauce
**Update: [Click here for more great allergen-free ideas!!](http://www.cybelepascal.com/?p=2299)** It may sound a little unorthodox — or even weird — but I’ve made it, and it actually is super delicious. And the bonus is that the kids liked it to. Just … Continue reading
Thursday around the table
News and notes from the world of food allergies: This video on nick.com is a great look at how teenagers deal with their food alleriges. It’s eye-opening to hear their stories right from their mouths. One girl named Allegra says … Continue reading
Celiac vs. wheat vs. gluten
One of my fellow co-workers, Wade, wandered by the other day, and he mentioned that he had no idea that my daughter had celiac disease. Well, she doesn’t. Ava is allergic to wheat, I told him, but she’s doesn’t have … Continue reading
Where can you eat out with food allergies?
That’s a good question. I haven’t taken my daughter out to eat too many times because it involves packing up an entire meal for her that she will ignore anyway. Plus, I don’t do public tantrums. And I never end … Continue reading
The forbidden cupcake
Now these Ava could at least touch. I just got home from a birthday party for my 4-year-old neighbor, where, of course, we had to deal with the whole candy/cake/cupcake issue. To be honest, it’s not so bad now, at … Continue reading
The secret noodle switch
My son loves to try my daughter’s allergen-free food — as long as it has sugar in it. I can interest him in the pancakes (added chocolate chips), muffins and cookies, but regular stuff is not his cup of tea, … Continue reading
Banning foods in schools
I found a well-written blog from a mom of a child with life-threatening allergies who doesn’t think that [banning foods from school is a solution](http://familynature.wordpress.com/2009/09/30/why-i-dont-believe-in-food-bans/). It definitely is a hot issue. People get enraged at the thought of little Bobby … Continue reading
Recipe of the day: Quinoa and mushrooms
I’m just starting to experiment with quinoa, and while I haven’t tried this recipe yet, it looks delicious as I’m a fan of mushrooms. 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 small shallot, peeled and chopped 1/2 c. crimini mushrooms, thinly sliced … Continue reading
