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Summary: 5 Reasons why the non-allergenic should buy this book!
Review: 5. Brown Rice Patties! My toddler loves these.
4. Tomato and Seed Butter Dressing (over brown rice patties of course!)
3. Igor's Special
2. Citrus Fruit and Grain Salad
AND NUMERO UNO..... The Baked Potato Page!
Once again these kitchen-savvy geniuses have turned out a book full of great nutrtional info, plus tons of delicious recipies that will please one and all. If you have a family of mixed diets and allergies, this is THE book to get. After all, what other publication will so easily help you answer the age old question, "What DO you serve at a dinner party with one low-carb, one diabetic, one wheat-free, and one vegan guest?!"
Bravo, Food Allergy Survival Guide!
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Summary: Lose The Allergies, Gain Your Health!
Review: Although the cover says, "living well without...," the Food Allergy Survival Guide gives you much more than it takes away. By reading the well-researched information on food sensitivities, allergies, whole foods, a plant-based diet, and overall health -- and trying out the great recipes -- you'll now live well WITH:
1. A good intestinal tract. Everyone wants one of these, right? If you're suffering from food allergies, you might be really hankering for the days of clean plumbing. FASG not only shows you how to prevent the sensitivies that are known to cause intestinal distress -- this book also provides you with extensive suggestions on how to heal and restore your digestive system through a whole foods diet.
2. Flavor. Don't fret that allergen-free food will be bland. The recipes here for garam masala, five-alarm chili powder, and berbere will resume the spice in your life. The quinoa tabouli is gluten-free, tastes fantastic, and offers a texture that just might surpass traditional bulgur tabouli.
3. Friends. We have a friend who is severely allergic to corn. For nearly a year, we avoided inviting him over to eat because we were too nervous to serve him something "off limits." Now with a table of products that might contain corn -- even a recipe to make faux corn syrup -- we can have him visit and serve a nice meal without angst!
The cover saying is right on. FASG will get you to live well indeed.
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Summary: PT from Marietta, Georgia
Review: Even if you don't suffer with food allergies or sensitivites, like so many people; this book is a priceless addition to anyone's cookbook/resource book collection. I have all of Jo Stepaniak's books and this is just another example of her excellent research, personal experience, and caring attitude along with her co-authors. There is a wealth of information for everyone in this book and the recipes are fantastic. You can rest assured that all of the recipes have been tested and tested again. Excellent, excellent book!
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Summary: I Will Survive!
Review: Food Allergy Survival Guide: Living Well Without Dairy, Eggs, Fish, Gluten, Peanuts, Shellfish, Soy, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Yeast and more
Vesanta Melina, Jo Stepaniak, and Dina Aronson
With a title like this, are we to believe that there are any foods left to eat for those of us with food sensitivities? The answer: a resounding YES. Why? Because Melina, Stepaniak, and Aronson have done their homework. Because similar to their other collaborative efforts, they deliver a comprehensive survival guide based on scientific research and culinary magic. After in-depth explanation of food allergy, food intolerance, and food sensitivity, the authors discuss the relationship of food to conditions such as arthritis, asthma, ADHD, candida, eczema, psoriasis, depression, digestive disorders, fatigue, and headaches. They teach us how to be our own food-trigger detective with blood tests, skin tests, and the oral food challenge which, according to the authors, is the most reliable test known for food allergies. Identification of the food culprit(s), however, is only the first step. The authors discuss cross-contamination and ways to track hidden substances in products. Whether the food culprit is dairy products, eggs, soy, peanuts, tree nuts (almonds, Macadamia nuts, pecans, walnuts, etc.), wheat, gluten, corn, yeast, fruit, sulfites, citrus, nightshades, or fish, this book provides the reader with explanations, charts, and tips to help us in our sleuthing. Coping with food sensitivities is examined, and a list of support groups and online information is provided. Incorporating maximum nutrition into meal planning is carefully delineated with sample menus and restaurant tips. The last 183 pages are devoted to Jo's culprit-free recipes, complete with a detailed nutritional analysis. A gluten-free, all-purpose flour mix is the starter for muffins, breads, cakes, scones, biscuits, pizza, pie crusts and more. As well, the meatless entrees, dairy-free sauces, soups, salads, and breakfast dishes are proof-positive that food sensitivities no longer imply a life sentence of boring meals, but rather, may open the door to a plethora of nourishing wholesome and hearty foods.
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Summary: Review by Brenda, Registered Dietitian
Review: Food Allergy Survival GuideThere's a new book on the market that combines scientifically-based information on food sensitivities with recipes that are entirely free of the major allergens. Food Allergy Survival Guide will be welcomed by:
- those with wheat or gluten sensitivity who wants tasty baked goods;
- people wanting guidance in meeting calcium needs without dairy products;
- vegetarians who wish to avoid soy;
- those with multiple food sensitivities;
- parents who wish to decrease the risk of food allergies in their children;
- people who need to improve their intestinal health;
- individuals who may find a link between conditions such as arthritis, asthma, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Candida, depression, dermatitis, digestive disorders, fatigue, or headaches and their diet;
- those who want to be well nourished despite their allergies. Food Allergy Survival Guide provides basic information on food sensitivities, insight into the various types of allergy testing, along with tremendously helpful tips for cooking, shopping, nutrition planning, and managing the emotional aspects of food sensitivities. It is designed for families that include adults or children with food sensitivities, and includes tips on how to decrease the risk of allergies developing in the first place. This book is a treasure for those with multiple food sensitivities. It provides extensive information and an excellent collection of recipes for those with sensitivities to dairy products, eggs, gluten, tree nuts, peanuts, soy, yeast, fish and shellfish, and wheat. Recipes, which comprise half of the book, include hearty and appealing breakfasts without eggs; numerous lunch box tips; soy-free entrées and spreads; and celebration foods. The gluten-free baked goods (such as scones and pumpkin spice bread) are appetizing and nutritious. A detailed nutritional analysis follows each recipe in the book, providing reassurance for those with special dietary needs. The book includes an extensive resource list that is useful for tracking down less common ingredients and learning more about specific allergies. If you or someone you care about has food sensitivities, this book offers practical and appealing solutions.
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Summary: What an amazing book!
Review: For those of you with special dietary needs or even if you're just trying to make your own cooking and thinking more accommodating for those who do, The Food Allergy Survival Guide is an amazing book. It's an extremely comprehensive and readable text about the in and outs of food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities. I have been a fan of all 3 of the authors based on their other works, and this book did not disappoint. I have 1 child with allergies(soy, citrus, dairy, eggs) and 1 with behavioral problems caused by gluten. I myself have a variety of allergies and sensitivities. The first thing you notice about the book is its tone. Compassion for those with food limitations permeates The Food Allergy Survival Guide . These authors understand the frustration and sadness that can come with these kinds of food issues. Underlying everything is the idea that a person with food allergies/sensitivities/intolerances can eat an interesting, delicious diet while avoiding possible deficiencies caused by limited food choices. These authors walk you through the most recent scientific knowledge regarding allergies, including the link between allergies and other conditions. They teach you how to undertake an elimination diet while not starving yourself. They provide charts to help you plan meals that are nutritious and tasty. When a common allergen is discussed, for example, corn, they have a description of the food, possible allergic reactions, how to locate it even when it's a "hidden" ingredient, restaurant dining, and alternate ways to get the nutrients that you may miss while not consuming that particular food. Corn and a few other foods also have a section on "Shopping and food preparation." There is also an entire chapter dedicated to the day to day life of the allergic person. In addition to the overall tone of the book, this is the chapter that makes you feel understood and validated for all the myriad ways food allergies can affect your life or the life of someone you care about. The authors give tips for creating a supportive environment for adults and children alike. They discuss the psychological effects of allergies. In addition they don't mince words when discussing how to handle the most dangerous allergies. Chapters 8 and 9 walk you through detailed nutritional planning for adults and children, and allergen free kitchen know-how. And then we get to the fun part...the recipes! Jo Stepaniak really outdid herself this time. As a veteran food allergy sufferer, she brought unique knowledge to the table. As a cookbook author, she brought a love of delicious food! She has created a gluten free baking mix that I have found to be delicious. And unlike some commercial gluten free mixes or pre-made products, her flour mix is very healthful. We use it to make pancakes every Saturday morning(and other things all week long!) and we all enjoy them tremendously! In the recipe section you will find scones, chapattis, muffins, pie crusts, chocolate cake, brownies, chocolate chip cookies, spice mixes, breakfast recipes, dips and spreads, loads of salad recipes, yummy grain dishes, salad dressings, soups, pizza, 2 pages of baked potato ideas, quiche, gravies, sauces, side dishes and healthy snack ideas and recipes. I could cook out of this book for a long, long time. And it is obvious these recipes have been tested and retested; they are delicious and they work just like they say they will. My particular favorites are- Chocolate Chippers, Crispy Rice Bars, Brown Rice Patties, Cream of Cauliflower and Lima Bean Soup, Quinoa Tabouli, the Monster Mash Roll-up page(a yummy bunch of ideas for creating bean based fillings for gluten free breads, rice paper, etc.), Savory Spinach Spread(I had this for dinner last night with raw veggies), Lentil "Chopped Liver," Creamy Golden Porridge,Crispy Maple `Nilla Wafers, Great Gluten-Free Pizza Crust, Ricebread or Cornbread Squares(bar none the best cornbread my family has ever had!), several variations of muffins... I could go on! A caution-make sure you follow the recipes just as Jo specifies. That way you know just how she wanted them to turn out and you can decide to tweak from that starting point if you like a bit more or less of something in the recipe. This book has been a wonderful resource for my family. With the "mixed bag" of allergies we have, cooking and just functioning had become so difficult. The combination of scientific knowledge, advice about practical day to day living, insight into feelings and coping, and recipes have made this book worth so much to us!
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Summary: A Lifesaver!
Review: I have been waiting for a book like this to come out, and it seems that someone heard my prayers. This book helped my friends, family, and colleagues understand that my allergies are not "all in my head" -- they are very real and can have very serious consequences. It's also provided them with ways to support me. Now they can go grocery shopping for me because they know how to read product labels and look for "hidden" allergens. They are more patient with me when we go out to eat. They know how to prepare safe meals when I visit. They know what alternative ingredients they can use in recipes. And, they have lots and lots of wonderful, allergy-safe recipes to choose from, because this book provides a huge variety of them (the recipes comprise about half of the book!). The authors include a recipe for a baking mix that is incredible and very adaptable (no matter what you are allergic to, you can use this mix!). The baking section alone is worth the cost of the book. Well, so is the section on Great Seasonings and Spice Mixes. Even if you're stuck just eating boiled rice and veggies (because you can't tolerate anything else), all of these seasoning mixes will make you feel like you're eating something gourmet. There are also great ideas for breakfast (that's been a perpetual challenge for me, and the book has helped me sort it out!), lunch (yes, it's possible to enjoy a "sandwich" even if you can't have gluten!), and main dishes, along with soups, salads, and heavenly desserts. The "Baked Potato" page is awesome -- it has about three weeks' worth of ideas! There is an extensive resource section, too, so you can find where to buy safe products and supplements. The book has an excellent index (one of my top criteria for measuring a good book). The layout is intuitive to follow and the type is easy on the eyes. Read through the book once, then try all the recipes, then keep it handy as a reference (and get a second book to keep in the kitchen!). If you or anyone you know has food allergies or intolerances, Food Allergy Survival Guide is a MUST.
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Summary: You'll do more than just survive -- you'll LOVE mealtime!
Review: I just finished reading the Food Allergy Survival Guide and was amazed at the info: how to figure out what you're sensitive/allergic to, what causes allergies, keeping healthy intestines, a whole chapter on celiac disease/gluten/wheat intolerance, etc. There is also an entire cookbook in the Guide containing non-allergenic ingredients - I made a quiche that has no eggs, dairy or tofu - it was an amazing creation made with white beans and coconut milk -- tasting is believing. A good bargain!
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Summary: Questionable information
Review: I was very dissapointed with the quality of information provided in this book. This book is filled with many half-truths and unsubstantiated claims. I am very supportive of a vegetarian lifestlye, but this book is hugely biased toward promoting a vegan lifestyle. People with food allergies already have so many limited food choices- this book makes it seem that they must follow an even more limted diet than they need too. Just one example- under the discussion of the health benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids, fish is not even mentioned as a source. This is misleading information. The topic of food allergies and intolerances is already filled with so much confusion and misunderstanding, I am afraid this book does nothing to help the situation.
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