This post discusses the benefits of using Cromolyn Sodium for MCAS. I had been resistant to trying Cromolyn Sodium for a few years because I knew it is expensive, and I wanted to try to heal my MCAS without prescription medications. But after I tried it for the first time I knew it was a game-changer. My constant heartburn evaporated, my hives cleared up, and my brain fog cleared. It can take a while to get up to the full dosage of Cromolyn Sodium, but it can be well worth it!
Dreamy Lower Histamine Chocolate Cupcakes
These flourless lower histamine chocolate cupcakes are perfect for a valentine’s treat! They are lower in oxalates, salicylates, and low FODMAP as well!
Lower Histamine Chimichurri Sauce
This Argentinian-inspired lower histamine chimichurri sauce adds kick to eggs, soups, and veggies. It is lower oxalate, lower salicylate, and low FODMAP.
Warm and Delicious Lower Histamine Ramen Soup
Here is a quick lower histamine “ramen” soup recipe that is gluten-free, low oxalate, low salicylate, and low FODMAP.
Warm and Satisfying Lower Histamine Chicken Meat Broth
Here is my recipe for lower histamine chicken meat stock. It cooks quickly, and you can use the meat from the stock to make other dishes like chicken salad or to top a pizza. This recipe is lower histamine, lower oxalate, lower salicylate, and low FODMAP.
Lower Histamine Blueberry Tart
This lower histamine blueberry tart is sugar-free, gluten-free, and low FODMAP!
My Top 3 Simple and Delicious Sweeteners for MCAS
This post outlines the sweeteners for MCAS when you are on a lower histamine, lower oxalate, lower salicylate, and Keto-friendly diet. If you love sweets then having sweet treats you can eat makes a special diet manageable. There are many new sweeteners on the market, but many of them are not well tolerated by those with histamine, oxalate, or salicylate issues. And if you are also trying to adhere to a low-FODMAP diet, that adds extra complexity to the situation. Here are the sweeteners that I have found tolerable — they aren’t necessarily secret, but you may not have considered them for cooking or baking!
Easy Low FODMAP Olive Oil Cookies
This recipe for easy olive oil cookies gives you the option for a sweet treat when you are on a low FODMAP diet. The dough for these cookies is very tender, so they are rolled flat, cut into squares, and baked on a cookie sheet without moving them.
Master List of MCAS Tolerated Foods Lower in Salicylates, Oxalates, and Histamine
Here is my master list of MCAS tolerated foods that are low in salicylates, oxalates, and histamine. This list is to be used as a reference if you are seeking a diet lower in histamine, oxalates, and salicylates. Only make drastic changes to your diet in consultation with your healthcare provider. As an Amazon Associate, […]
Have You Heard of this Guilt-Free Vegetable?
This post provides an intro to my favorite new guilt-free vegetable, the humble Choko or Chayote Squash. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. What is MCAS? Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a chronic condition that affects all organ systems. MCAS is serious and disabling and people with MCAS experience often significant […]