For those who enjoy consuming dairy products but shy away because it doesn't exactly 'do a body good',need not to of these simple steps are taken! :() According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 65% [ particularly those of African American and Hispanic decent where over 80% of all people may experience some degree of intolerance ] of people have reduced ability to digest lactose, and while most of have heard of being Lactose intolerant many are Casein intolerant.

Allergic people are quite fortunate in these times because there are many allergy friendly chocolate companies on the markets now. We don't have to stick to dark chocolates [ Although they're the healthiest!! ]. we too can indulge in dairy milk-free chocolates with luscious fillings like vanilla cream or caramel! Whoo Hoo!! Let's start with the top 8 (as of now, hopefully this year 2019 Sesame will be added to this list) So many of our favorite candy chocolate or not contai

[ This pic with Willow gettin' to baking was taken after the batter set in the fridge overnight, they look firm but when baked they still resulted in the amazing caramel-y candy-cookies now love! ] Yesterday I wrote a blog post on coconut milk products and the varieties and I mentioned that some of the LivingThruGrace Crew and I decided to make some coconut macaroons. Well, something went awry and resulted in a much different treat, but oh so delicious none the less. :()

“I’ve just found out I’m allergic to nut-cases” ~Benny Bellamacina THE BIG 8: Refers to the top eight major allergenic foods. These consist of Milk, Eggs, Crustacean Fish, Fish, Tree Nuts, Wheat, and Soybean. Unfortunately, many of these foods can be hidden in processed or even natural foods which is why it’s imperative to learn to read food labels and learn the alternate names of these allergens. Milk: Reactions may stem from gastrointestinal upset (bloating, diarrhea), sk