Being an adult with food allergies can feel isolating, and honestly, Iām a little scared to admit some of the feelings that come with it š For one, constantly advocating for my needs can feelā¦ exhausting. I mean, I get itās important, but sometimes I just wish I didnāt have to explain myself every time I go out to eat, fly on a plane, attend work events, or chill with friends, to name a few. Iāve lived with food allergies for 20+ years, so Iām used to not being able to have what others are eating. But that doesnāt mean I donāt occasionally get a little sting of jealousy when I watch my friend eat something I REALLY wanted to try. Thereās a part of me that just wishes I could be included! š«¶ And then thereās the dreaded restaurant anxiety. I wish I could go to a place, order anything I want, and just relax. But instead, Iām always double-checking ingredients, asking a ton of allergy questions, and still wondering if Iāll be okay. Itās a mental gameātrying to be cautious about my allergies without letting them stop me from fully enjoying my life. š©µ Iāve even taken labels out of the trash to triple-check ingredients. Yeah, it probably sounds a little gross, but when you live with allergies, you do whatever it takes to be safe. Better to be safe than sorry, right? š¤·š¼āāļø Iām often asked if I wish I didnāt have food allergies. Iād be lying if I said I didnāt mind them. But Iām used to them, and Iām grateful for everything theyāve taught me. Sure, it can be tough, but Iāve learned to appreciate how much Iāve grown along the way. Whatās something youāre scared to admit about your food allergies? Iām sure thereās someone who can relate!
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