I know those three little words "back to school" are kind of a buzz-kill but maybe these allergy free treats will be a comfort for those heading back. I like to keep my own backpack "booby trapped" with goodies I can eat so I'm never without!
Amande is a new brand of dairy and soy free yogurt made from almond milk.Enjoy Life brand is no stranger to this blog. These chewy chocolate bars may help you through your 3 p.m. energy crashNo Nuts Peabutter is made from golden peas. School kiddies can now have a safe "PeaB and J".Mary's Gone Crackers products have been on the market for a long time. They make delicious gluten free crackers and cookies.Nut Thins are the perfect gluten-free cracker for those salty food cravings. All the cool kids are eating them.
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Sabra Hummus is my personal favorite brand of hummus. Couple with raw veggies, Nut Thins or Mary's Gone Crackers and you have the perfect post-band practice snack.Obviously these are not for you if soy is an allergen but they are a convenient snack for those avoiding gluten and sugary foods.You can still pack sandwiches with these rolls. Trader Joe's also make gluten free bagels and waffles.Amy's now makes an organic gluten-free rice pasta.You gotta love that name! I could see some hip college kids having chai tea with these gluten free cookies.
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Love trail mix but can't do nuts? Enjoy Life has the perfect solution for you!Blueberries will boost your beauty! Dried blueberries are free of allergies and are packed with anti-oxidants.For a sweet treat Glow gluten-free cookies are absolutely delicious! Couple with a cold glass of Almond Breeze and your after school snack is complete.Fruit makes for a yummy snack. Dried figs are especially delicious and filled with potassium and fiber.Larabars aren't nut free but are free of soy, dairy and gluten plus you can pronounce all the ingredients.
Thanks for the snack suggestions, though "Allergy Free" means different things to different people. Our school district uses an approved snack list that is peanut, tree nut, egg and sesame seed free to avoid cross contamination in the classroom and can be found here: http://snacksafely.com/snack-list . Though my son (who is severely allergic to peanuts) is only allowed to take snacks from his pre-approved goody box when there's a school affair involving food, I rest easier knowing the other kids are bringing snacks from the SnackSafely.com list so I know there will be no opportunity for contact reactions.
Jenny, thanks for the list. True allergy-free does mean different things to different people. I don't know if you know about the ELL Foundation and PAC (Protect Allergic Children) but if you don't you may want to check out their site: http://ellfoundation.org/protect-allergic-children/
Patricia Biesen is a Holistic Health Coach specializing in helping "eclectic eaters" find delicious alternatives. Eclectic eaters are those with food allergies, diabetics, sugaraholics, vegans or anyone on a specialty diet. She is also a passionate campaigner for positive body image. She has also guest blogged for Kris Carr's Crazy Sexy Cancer, Blog World Expo, Living Harvest Tempt and many more.
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Nom nom ... I came looking for cookies.
Santa, you'll love Glow's Gluten Free cookies. I won't forget you this x-mas and you'll have your annual milk-cookie pairing post to refer too.
Thanks for the snack suggestions, though "Allergy Free" means different things to different people. Our school district uses an approved snack list that is peanut, tree nut, egg and sesame seed free to avoid cross contamination in the classroom and can be found here: http://snacksafely.com/snack-list . Though my son (who is severely allergic to peanuts) is only allowed to take snacks from his pre-approved goody box when there's a school affair involving food, I rest easier knowing the other kids are bringing snacks from the SnackSafely.com list so I know there will be no opportunity for contact reactions.
Jenny, thanks for the list. True allergy-free does mean different things to different people. I don't know if you know about the ELL Foundation and PAC (Protect Allergic Children) but if you don't you may want to check out their site: http://ellfoundation.org/protect-allergic-children/