If you think you have gut issues that may be affecting your asthma, eczema and allergies, then the only real way to find food culprits is to do an elimination diet. I will start by saying I'm not a medical expert and I would urge you to find a dietician or nutritionist who can help and guide you through this process. However I did this diet in my 20s when I think I went … [Read more...]
Speaking at a Food Allergen Forum
This week I was honoured to attend as the guest speaker at the Lancaster Food Allergen Forum, at Morecambe Football Club in Lancashire. It was a fantastic opportunity to share the experience of the allergic consumer, some of the challenges and fears we face and what we'd like to see from food service businesses. There were 50-60 delegates at this event which was great to see … [Read more...]
Boiling Point, anaphylaxis film review *****
A friend recommended that I watch this film (thanks Steve) and boy did it hit home. It really shows what a melting pot of potential disasters and mishaps a busy kitchen is. If you run a restaurant or food service business you have to watch this film. I watched in free on Netflix. Trigger warning... anaphylactic reaction If you have anaphylaxis and have ever had an … [Read more...]
Allergy Awareness Week and we are 13!
This month marks thirteen years of blogging about allergies, eczema, asthma and anaphylaxis! It's been a blast and I am still loving blogging. But we still need to keep raising awareness; there is still so much misinformation and lack of awareness so I won't be stopping sharing and advocating any time soon. Allergy Awareness Week 2022 There's loads going on this … [Read more...]
Buy Coop Free From – support The Natasha Foundation
Any free from products bought from the Co-op Free From range between Wednesday 13th April and Tuesday 3rd May will see a donation of 10% made directly to The Natasha Research Foundation (NARF) charity. What is The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation? The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation (NARF), is the cause behind Natasha’s Law, in honour of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse … [Read more...]