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Healthy Eating in Arizona for People With Food Allergies
An estimated 12 million Americans are allergic to one type of food or another. The reactions caused by these allergies range from mild to severe, and can even be life threatening. This can sometimes make eating a healthy, balanced diet more difficult, as people with food allergies must avoid certain foods. Still, with a little bit of planning and by taking a few precautions, it is possible to enjoy the benefits of healthy food, no matter what foods you are allergic to.
Be Educated and Informed by Reading Labels Carefully
One of the keys to dealing with a food allergy is to be educated and informed and to read labels carefully. You need to be aware of all the terms that relate to your specific allergy. For instance, if you suffer from a milk allergy, you most likely should avoid foods containing whey, casein, caseinate, milk solids, lactoglobulin, nougat, sodium caseinate and lactalbumin.
Avoid Processed Foods
A good rule of thumb for food allergy sufferers is to avoid processed foods, and instead fill their diets with more natural foods. Unprocessed foods will have fewer additives that may trigger allergic reactions. Eating a diet of as many natural foods as possible is a good idea for anyone looking to eat healthier, but can be especially beneficial if you have food allergy concerns to consider.
Plan Your Meals in Advance
Planning can also be a huge help to people with food allergies. Having a list of go-to restaurants and markets/grocery stores that you know carry foods you enjoy and can eat, will allow you to make smart eating choices even when you’re on the go or don’t have time to think about planning a meal.
Try Pita Jungle!
At Pita Jungle, we offer an extensive menu of fresh, healthy foods to suit any diet. Look over our complete allergen chart at to find delicious menu items to keep you eating healthy and making smart food choices, whatever your specific dietary concerns may be. Discover “The Art of Eating Healthy®” at one of our Arizona locations in Ahwatukee, Arcadia, Arrowhead, Chandler, Desert Ridge, Downtown Phoenix, Flagstaff, Gilbert, Mesa, Norterra, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Tucson!