My daughter has allergies to eggs, soy, peanuts, and cats. need help!

Carla - posted on 03/16/2011

Glutenfreeclub.com has 500 recipes for those battling gluten intolerance. I just happened across it as I was looking for a new bread recipe. As an fyi--I was diagnosed with sprue in 1988. I struggled for many years until I went to a psychiatrist for the depression from fibromyalgia. He gave me Tegretol, which is an anti-seizure med. I took it for about 2 mos, and viola! I am able to tolerate a normal diet! I do not eat an abundance of wheat, still make most of our meals from scratch, but when I DO want to have pasta or bread, I do. It's worth talking to your Dr. about.

Julie - posted on 03/16/2011

My son also has a problem with bread. I have found plenty of breads that don't have soy, you just have to look in the fresh baked artisan loaves. Also, if you invest in a bread maker, or have time to make it from scratch there will be no soy. Shortening also has soy in it, but you can use coconut oil instead. There are some cold cereals, mostly made by Post, that are soy free. But soy is in EVERYTHING... I feel your pain. I read lots of labels too.

Monica - posted on 03/16/2011

Yes. Check organic and bakery breads. My children had dairy and soy allergies and I keep a loaf of honey wheat from Publix in the freezer for him. I also find that in general, items listed as organic tend not to use soy or vegetable oil (which could contain soy). Progresso also makes Panko bread crumbs and Annie's make crackers which are soy free. Hope this helps.

Sheena - posted on 03/16/2011

Check w/ your Dr. Depending on the level of allergy, she might be able to tolerate eggs or soy baked into things or certain forms. Both my kids are allergic to eggs, peanuts, tree nuts and dairy. Each of them can tolerate different levels of eggs baked into in things, just nothing with raw egg (mayo, some frostings) Nuts are a steer clear of anything made near it. Although my doctor told us peanut oil is actually ok bc of the high temp it is made at. PCC is great if you have one near you! I myself can't tolerate wheat, yeast, eggs, dairy, so I make a lot of my own bread products and snacks for me and the kids! There will definitely be lots of experimenting with cooking and label reading!!!

Jacqueline - posted on 03/16/2011

watch the ingredients in all breads - I cannot buy rice bread here because it also has eggs, soy and dairy - lecithin which is used a lot here is usually soy lecithin - fortunatley here in Australia we have a company called 'Orgran' if you are in the USA you can also buy their products there they are soy free, egg free, dairy free and usually nut free and will state what they are free of on the front of the box. They are excellent products and I use the white bread and cook it in the bowl part (covered in plastic wrap) of an electrical vegie steamer - cuts superbly - it is gluten free product though so you will need to adjust the rest of the diet accordinly.

Keli - posted on 03/16/2011

My daughter who is now 8 was diagnosed at 2 with severe peanut and tree nut allergies. She is also allergic to dust, pollen, grasses, cats and dogs so we are expeirenced in all those catagories. We have a wonderful allergist that has kept her allergies and asthma in check over the years. I also suggest to join a local support group. Here is a group in our area for an example www.fwfa.org I found it very helpful and comforting to be around others that struggle with the same issues and they also give great advice. I wish you luck and hope you can find a similar group in your area.

Christine - posted on 03/16/2011

If they don't you can

Laura - posted on 03/15/2011

Bread costs a small fortune so I make my own. Brendan Brazier wrote a book called Thrive diet. He's an accomplished ironman triathlete. He cuts out all common allergens (including soy and dairy). I highly recommend the book.

Jennifer - posted on 03/15/2011

try spelt bread my son has allergy to wheat egg and soy and this bread he likes you can get it from health shops and specialist bakeries

Brenda - posted on 03/15/2011

Have you tested your daughter to see if she is Gluten intolerant? They do have gluten free bread and other gluten free products that are made with brown rice flour. Because so many people are diagnosed Gluten intolerant there are many places you can purchase products; Whole Foods is one or some bakeries make it fresh.

Amber - posted on 03/15/2011

Have you had an official test performed by an allergist? I would highly suggest you have this done to make sure there aren't other hidden allergies and also to learn good ways to manage these allergies since some of them may be life threatening. If you don't already have you, you should be carrying an epi-pen in case of exposure that leads to anaphylaxis.

Sharon - posted on 03/15/2011

My daughter has food allergies to wheat,eggs,shellfish and some environmental things. It is difficult to find snacks or eat out. She eats alot of fruit and veggies as snacks. If you have a health food store or a grocery store with a health and organic section you may be able to find some things. There are breads- rice bread, tapioca bread etc. They also make rice flour etc to use at home. Also check out the vitacost website, they have some choices for those with allergies. There are a lot of gluten free cereals and foods coming to the market. You can also request allergy info in the restaurants.

Bethany - posted on 03/15/2011

Don't give up!!! Hang in there!!! It gets easier, I promise! My son is almost 5, and we found out right when he turned 2 that he had severe allergies to gluten, soy, dairy, casien, and artificial sugars. I cried alot, then kicked into research mode. There is a substitute for almost anything. Ask lots of questions at whole foods, because usually they are really helpful! And, as others have said, their are lots of different words for the same thing, and thats where the research comes in. Good luck! Hoping your little one feels better soon! By the way, I think it's awesome that you reached out to others! Your a good mom!

Maria - posted on 03/15/2011

THe best thing to do is go as organic as possible with your food. Soy is not good for most Americans anyway we can't process it. When my daughter was have a reaction to food. I removed them and then waited a couple of weeks and tried to add things back.(One at a time) and we slowly weeded out the culprits. Most processed food is really bad for you anyway. The rule in our house is if you can't pronouce it don't buy it. So we eat alot of simple foods and it has benefits all of us. If you weed off of eggs and try and introduce them make sure you are getting farmers eggs from chickens that are not being feed corn with GMO. Good Luck!

Tracy - posted on 03/15/2011

If you have a Whole Foods near you, try there. They are very allergy friendly. The other thing to consider (and this is based on 2 of my 3 children having several food allergies) is whether or not these are sensitivities or allergies. There is a difference! A child can have a positive reaction to a skin test for an allergy, but if no symptoms show from interacting (eating or touching) that food, it may be ok to eat. In other words you need to see what works for your daughter.

Donna - posted on 03/15/2011

Sourdough Spelt Bread. :-D Five ingredients and one of them is water! My son was allergic to ALL foods that he ate and we didn't know until he was 5. Dr said he was fine, but I knew better. Find a naturopath or at the very least anyone who practices Applied Kinesiology (Muscle testing) and have your daughter's food and environmental allergies treated so as not to keep her at risk of accidental and potentially fatal exposure.



http://www.goodhealthinfo.net/herbalists...



My son is now 13 and can eat anything in moderation. :-D I love my naturopath!

Stephanie - posted on 03/15/2011

My son was allergic to all that and more. We gave him rice everything. Rice milk, rice bread, rice pasta, etc. He has now outgrown most of it except nuts.

Tanya - posted on 03/15/2011

Get a referral to a dietician, make your own bread, find yourself a health food shop, and have a look at the failsafe diet, or Sue Dengate sites. We are an allergic family, we still have cats, but they live outside, and we have to watch what we eat. It can be hard,but you can do it, especially when your daughter's health is at stake. Good Luck.

Shelley - posted on 03/15/2011

Yes they do. Go on line. There are a variety of mail order sources. Check with whole foods, sprouts, etc. I have been through eliminating foods due to my son's allergies, but do not recommend taking every allergen away immediately. Definitely check with your doctor, but have found that often allergens have cumulative effects. If you get rid of the worst ones, sometimes you can process the lesser ones, unless they are all life threatening.

Rachel - posted on 03/15/2011

yes they do make bread without soya but it tends to be from the bakery section rather than the preprepared breads. also most of the bread mixes are without soya .

Carla - posted on 03/15/2011

Gluten intolerance is becoming rampant. Gluten is the 'glue' in wheat that gives it the stickiness to mold together to make food. Preservatives are loaded with gluten, especially MSG. I developed this at about 38, but I had been allergic to everything as a child, including my own hair and cold germs. I would try holding back packaged foods, pasta, bread. However, remove each food, one at a time, and keep a journal to chart how she reacts. This will basically leave you meat, vegetables (watch the canned stuff for ingredients) and potatoes and rice.



@Tracy, I would suspect the gluten intolerance for your child, based on what you say about the eggo. It is more easily diagnosed than it was back in '88, here in the States. In England it is more common.



I had a recipe for rice bread, made out of rice flour, but honestly, honey, I wouldn't feed it to my dog! It was easier to go without bread than to try to eat that and say 'ick! I mean yummy!'



God bless and good luck to you guys. This isn't an easy thing to go through.

Jenny - posted on 03/15/2011

My daughter is allergic to milk (every form of it), almonds, carrots, cats, dogs, dust, trees, hamsters, and tobacco.
You need to go to the store alone and go up and down the aisles reading labels. I would think you need to remove all eggs and soy from her diet.
It is very frustrating but you can get through it. Also, once you have found a brand/type of food, you always need to check labels even if it looks identical. I have found that the same things can actually have diff ingredients from store to store, or time to time. Good luck!

Susana - posted on 03/15/2011

I would recommed you to look for a good Homeopatic Dr that could help you. Thats what I did in my country and they are doing all right now. No more allergies, coughs, flu or anything else. But, try one recommended by a friend or family.

Leah - posted on 03/15/2011

I make bread without soy!! And New York style bagels...and Bagel Buddies (round bagels with filling like chocolate chips -totally allergy free-, or apple pie or peach cobbler.) My allergy friendly fresh bakery is at www.PumpkinsPastry.com. The website is still under construction, but I can send you ordering info. if you're interested. I just posted a link and info to an allergy expo that I'll be attending on my community page, Moms of Food Allergic Kids -they're having the expos all over the country as well so you can try the allergy friendly foods (that sometimes taste awful!) before you buy them. They can be pretty expensive!

Leah - posted on 03/15/2011

I make bread without soy!! And New York style bagels...and Bagel Buddies (round bagels with filling like chocolate chips -totally allergy free-, or apple pie or peach cobbler.) My allergy friendly fresh bakery is at www.PumpkinsPastry.com. The website is still under construction, but I can send you ordering info. if you're interested. I just posted a link and info to an allergy expo that I'll be attending on my community page, Moms of Food Allergic Kids -they're having the expos all over the country as well so you can try the allergy friendly foods (that sometimes taste awful!) before you buy them. They can be pretty expensive!

Tracy - posted on 03/15/2011

Hi Melissa,
If you don't mind me asking what were your daughters symptoms for a her allergies?? Why I am asking I think my daughter who is almost 14 months, when I gave her eggs for the 1st time this month she broke out with her eczema rash all over her chest and back... Then a few days later did not even accrue to me I gave her eggo waffles rash reappeared on her back. Yesterday my oldest son spilled Honey Nut Cheerios on the floor and missed some, She ate some and rash came back. We have appt. with the Ped. on Thursday, I am not sure if this allergies or if something else is causing the problems...

Claire - posted on 03/15/2011

Hi, my daughter was severely allergic to gluten, eggs, soy, peanuts, beans to the point that I had an epipen with me at all time. We saw a specialist in homeopathy for food allergy. We started the "treatment" and 9 month later, we are allergy free! All blood work are now negative! If you can find one of those specialist... go for it! worse every penny!.

Caterina - posted on 03/14/2011

great doc is g rabinov, in brighton if he cannot help you which i doubt he would be able to refer to the next best.........allergies are very serious, and its best to educated to make your life and childs easier.

Diane - posted on 03/14/2011

They do make a lot of things with soy but you can find foods that are made without these ingredients. My son has a lot of food allergies and intollerances too and it can be a little overwhelming at first but you do eventually get used to reading all the labels at the store and eventually you will remember the brands that are okay and which stores carry them. Good luck!

Bobbey - posted on 03/14/2011

Melissa, you might also try switching her to a 100% certified organic diet. Almost all of the soy grown today in the US is genetically modified, and that's the kind most people are allergic too. You might also try organic, cage free eggs; they're from chickens that aren't fed GMO feed. I was diagnosed with beef, wheat, and soy allergies 5 years ago, but recently found that as long as I eat organic foods, grass fed beef, etc. that I don't have any food allergy type problems.

Alexandra - posted on 03/14/2011

sometimes because a specific food has a specific ingredient that we are alergic to, it doesn't mean we can't have it. it is just going to be a lot of try and error. hyvee has a great health department where you might find good snacks and protein foods for your baby.

Alicia - posted on 03/14/2011

yes, but it will take a lot of diligence on your part to find all the allowed foods. Most baked goods have eggs, so be careful. You will have to read the ingredients EVERY time you shop for a while, and periodically even after you find brands that you like. Sometimes they change the ingredients without changing the packaging. Be faithful to keep the allergic foods from you daughter. It is hard at first, but in the long run it is better for her health. Her immune system can be compromised if she continues to be subjected to allergens. That can cause increased illness, minor and severe, down the road. Good luck, you can do it.

Heather - posted on 03/14/2011

I am allergic to soy but only have to watch out for soy sauce

Jenny - posted on 03/14/2011

My daughter is allergic to milk, lactose, soy, rice, goats milk and artificial sweeteners. I have found bread that works for her. It does list soybean oil in the ingredients but not in the "contains" part of the allergy part. It is Koepplinger's All Natural 100% Whole wheat. I have found that she can tolerate some foods that have what she is allergic to if they are minimal or baked in. The artificial sweeteners she can't do at all. I have to read every ingredient list on all of our groceries when I shop and then I try to stick to those brands.

Cheryl - posted on 03/14/2011

My son had all of those allergies and then some. I know I had better luck with cheap white bread than anything else. Look closely at the labels, don't take chances. FAAN.org was a life saver for me too, so worth cvhecking them out if it hasn't been brought up yet.

Laura - posted on 03/14/2011

I have a friend with a son who is allergic to milk, eggs, etc. They had a hard time finding foods that he could eat because everything is made with milk. He could still eat these foods but his skin would break out all over when he did. Definitely talk to your doctor and maybe he can suggest something or someone who may be able to help.

Elissa - posted on 03/14/2011

If you can find it Udi's bread is soy free, but it does have eggs in it, so if she can have egg's baked into food, then I would suggest that brand!

Noa - posted on 03/14/2011

BTW, just a while ago, Alex Jhons, in his talk show, showed a big list of products (from the supermarkets), with peanuts aong them - all have some kind of a poison..

Noa - posted on 03/14/2011

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Your doughter might be very sensitive to some poisons they put in the food in order to give it a long life shelf..(hope i said it right)
.Did u try organic eggs, peanuts? Does she likes Tachinni?
(can take the place of the peanuts)
About bread..I would suggest to sprout some wheet seeds and see if she likes it. Kids usually love sprout..and it's so good for us.
About cats, I thought I'm in this category: allergy to cats! punto! pero No! I dont get it in some houses..with some cats..so I understand there's many aspects to the issue..like how "clean" the house is..how often the hair r bieng taken off with the vacum..how clean is the cat himself (like us..each one of them is an individual..so different)
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Jessica - posted on 03/14/2011

There is still so much controversy about soy, and so many allergies appearing, that it is best to limit one's consumption of it. When I took my training in vegetarian/vegan nutrition, we were taught how to neutralize the enzymes in the soy milk we made, but I can't say for certain that's how it's produced commercially.

We hear about how Asian countries use tofu, but what's rarely mentioned is that it is most often eaten with a small amount of meat, not as a meat substitute. Udaname is a fairly new food in North America and I'm not sure how prevalent it is in Asia. Then there's the question of genetic modification.

In any event, if one is allergic to soy, that rather answers the question: don't eat it. If one isn't, then I say "moderation." Not all people can eat/thrive on all foods (I'm very allergic to wheat, for example. Sick for a week if I eat even soy sauce!)

Sandra - posted on 03/14/2011

I totally understand your frustration. My son was allergic to many foods when he was 2. We eliminated all the foods for 2 years. Today(8 yrs old) he is fine only has food sensitivities to milk. When a child is allergic to bread it could be the wheat - try and find out if she is allergic to wheat if that is the culprit, there are so many delicious foods she can eat!! Whole Foods carries a great selection. My children love the Pamela's products. Check put the Gluten Free section, tasty muffins and lots to choose from. Quinoa gluten free pasta has no soy, there really is alot to choose from just ask any salesperson at Whole Foods or any large health Food store.

Laura - posted on 03/14/2011

Melissa, my son has a peanut allergy. They gave me some guidelines to a peanut/soy free diet at the allergist. Thankfully, he does not have the soy allergy as well.

Meg - posted on 03/14/2011

One thing to try is to make a log that tracks allergins or potential allergins. Note reactions and strength of reaction. My son's nickel allergy explained the itchy rash. We cleared his system. The foods he is allergic too is a long list. I found he can have small amounts with no reaction. So, he can have small doses of certian foods.

Kimberly - posted on 03/14/2011

My son was diagnosed with the EXACT same allergens when he was 18 mos (except he was also allergic to tree nuts as well). The thing was, he had been eating things with soy & egg in it all along (I mean he was eating waffles every single morning!) and was not affected. It was only when he accidentally had a cashew nut that he had a reaction therefore, prompting us for further testing. Our allergist told us that some allergens are stronger and/or more negatively impact children then others...it depends on the child. We ended up making sure soy was not in the first 4 ingredients and did not expose him to raw egg for the longest time. Then when he turned 5 we had him tested again and he had outgrown the egg & soy allergen (but still most definitely has the allergens to ALL nuts :( ). Look at what your child has already been eating and discuss with your allergist is my strongest suggestion.

Kristin - posted on 03/14/2011

I have an adult friend who found out in his 20s or 30s that he'd had food allergies as a child. Because they went untreated at that point, they have become worse. He now has a severely restricted diet. Ask your doctor if a gluten-free diet is right for your daughter. Some restaurants have gluten-free menus available. I'm sure there's a lot online about how to maintain a gluten-free home if that turns out to be the right thing for her.

Rebecca - posted on 03/14/2011

pepperidge farms makes bread with out soy. Did the doctor give you a list on how to read a label? Soy oil & soy lecithin are safe because they have been broken down enough that there is no protein left in it. I suggest you talk to a nutritionist they were very helpful when we found out my daughter had food allergies. Here is a website on how to read a label for soy allergies. http://www.kidswithfoodallergies.org/res...

Jessica - posted on 03/13/2011

Yes, there is bread without soy. Soy isn't that great for people anyway, unless it's fermented, like miso. They're even putting it in tea - I can't imagine why!

My daughter had allergies to everything (turns out, I suspect she was having negative reactions to the vaccinations! She developed asthma after her second set. I lived on toast because I couldn't afford to buy food for the kids, her "special diet" and food for myself! I gave her rice cakes and stayed away from wheat altogether, because she was allergic to that also, as well as dairy products, chicken, and a great number of other foods.

You can make your own bread, which is easy enough (I did for years). That way you can control what's in it. My girlfriend's son was allergic to wheat so she made him pancake-like flat breads with pea flour. There are quite a few recipes now for people with all kinds of allergies - just check around online and at your local bookstore or health food store. Your daughter may outgrow her allergies if you are able to take the allergens out of her diet for awhile.

Good luck with it. Don't be discouraged.

Barbara - posted on 03/13/2011

There is bread made without soy and eggs. If you are still not sure, make your own bread. It is a simple process and there is the added bonus of the smell of baking bread in the house. Many of the healthfood co-ops can help with food allergies as they have been the first to respond to these needs over he years. There are foods without soy, eggs and nuts such as breakfast cereals, soups, breakfast meats and egg substitutes.

Judy - posted on 03/13/2011

Melissa: She needs have special allergist. She may have a rare food allergy called FPIES (Food Protein Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome). The most common foods implicated in the cause of FPIES are milk and soy formulas. However, solid foods can also cause the problem, most commonly cereal grains (oats, rice, barely), legumes (peas, lentils, beans) and poultry (such as chicken and turkey). I am a nurse, and you just have to make sure you get her tested. You need have an epinephrine pen for allergic reaction as it can cause a shock-like state if she has this condition. She cannot get the flu shot.

Ingunn - posted on 03/13/2011

My stepdaughter was just diagosed with allergies to Milk, Tomatoes, Vanilla, Peas, Cheese and Rice. We stopped feeding her anything with those ingredients for a couple of weeks and then started intoducing them back one at a time. So far she can not have tomatoes at all but cheese is ok. We are trying peas this week. It is quite the challenge to tell your kid they can not have stuff. Like ketshup or some other stuff because it has milk in it. I recommend getting a special cookbook for allergies and wish you the best of luck.