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I have little kids and one of them breaks out in hives whenever she eats strawberries. Or I should say, when she used to eat strawberries because the hives just didn't seem like a normal side effect of eating fruit. Are those hives a sign of a food allergy or just a symptom of a food intolerance? Lucky for me, the Mayo Clinic just answered my question. First off only about 2 percent of American Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. Over the weekend, I saw a photo of a female celebrity (who is in a relationship with a male celeb) leaving a café with the caption, "Baby bump?" and I had to refrain myself from shouting out loud, "Come on, can't a girl eat without the world thinking she's having a baby?!" The truth is having a perfectly flat stomach Read more
Turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing, gravy, pumpkin pie, oh my! Thanksgiving is not only a time to give thanks and surround yourself with loved ones, but it's also the annual holiday most known for its savory signature dishes. For some, this means gorging on yams, biscuits, and casseroles, but for others the day means worrying about food sensitivities and allergies that can be triggered by basic Read more
How can a hot slice of ooey-gooey cheese pizza taste so good but make you feel so bad? If you're lactose intolerant, even one bite could have you racing to the bathroom. Here are some tips to help you deal with your dairy-filled world. If your body can't tolerate any dairy products whatsoever, keep Lactaid pills with you at all times. Lactose intolerance is caused by a lactase deficiency, the Read more
Like years before, 2011 was chock-full of trendy diets that got everyone talking, as well as trying. So what were the top diets of 2011? Read on to find out! HCG Diet The HCG diet isn't new (it's been around for more than 50 years), but it's once again a phenomenon. This was the year that people flocked to doctor's offices to get a pricey hormone injection all in the name of weight loss. The Read more
Whether you're avoiding cow's milk for health or moral reasons, there are tons of dairy-free beverages to pour over your bowl of cereal. Not sure which is the best choice? Check out the chart to see how milk alternatives compare to skim milk, and then read the explanations below to see why you might want to choose one over the other. We put skim milk on the top of the chart to help make the Read more
Eating too much dairy can cause a number of issues for people such as tummy troubles, congestion, and acne, so if you're trying to cut back on the amount of dairy in your diet, here are some ways to do it. Skip the cheese on your burger. Eating a hamburger not only avoids dairy, but it also saves you about 100 calories. Pour almond milk in your cereal. It's deliciously creamy, lactose-free, and Read more
It's time to hit up your local apple orchard and go pickin'. Aside from burning (and consuming calories while apple picking, you can also use your bounty to make delicious and naturally sweet desserts. Here's an old family recipe I've changed up a bit so it's low in sugar and dairy-free. Keep reading to see this easy recipe for one of my favorite Fall treats. Read more
Got milk? Nowadays it's more like — got something else besides milk? It's estimated that 30 million to 50 million Americans are lactose intolerant. The large population of individuals who fall into this category are unable to digest and metabolize lactose, the sugar found in milk. Although you can find "traditional" dairy products made with ingredients other than cow's milk, it can still be Read more
Cheese is such a treat, and in vegan and dairy-free cooking it's often lackluster — think grainy, slimy, and just generally fake tasting. Luckily, it's not all bad. Whether it's sliced in a sandwich, melted on top of a pizza, or smeared across a bagel, here are five types of dairy-free, vegan cheese that will have you wanting more. Read more
