I think it's kind of funny when people talk about avoiding genetically modified foods, because, you know, history and all that. Domestication is genetic modification.
Soy is in pretty much everything. Like it's in pretty much all commercially available chocolate. Do you soy avoiders not eat chocolate?
I had to avoid it completely for several months for allergy reasons, and it was nearly impossible. Much harder than wheat.
I eat *good* chocolate, which does not have a soy filler. Theo's dark chocolate coconut bar is my favorite right now.
I don't eat soy or dairy because my baby has an intolerance. It's not a huge problem for me because I've always been a label reader and shop at Whole Foods. When we went to my IL's, everything had soy--bread, crackers, sweets, refried beans, etc. They buy based on price, and since soy is a cheap filler, it's in all their food.
As for the environmental concerns, most of the U.S.' and South American soybean crops are used for animal feed. So if you eat chicken, you're still indirectly contributing to the overall demand of soy.
Soy is in pretty much everything. Like it's in pretty much all commercially available chocolate. Do you soy avoiders not eat chocolate?
I had to avoid it completely for several months for allergy reasons, and it was nearly impossible. Much harder than wheat.
I eat *good* chocolate, which does not have a soy filler. Theo's dark chocolate coconut bar is my favorite right now.
I don't eat soy or dairy because my baby has an intolerance. It's not a huge problem for me because I've always been a label reader and shop at Whole Foods. When we went to my IL's, everything had soy--bread, crackers, sweets, refried beans, etc. They buy based on price, and since soy is a cheap filler, it's in all their food.
Theo coconut is delicious!!!
Last Christmas they had a gingerbread bar. Holy shit.
I think it's kind of funny when people talk about avoiding genetically modified foods, because, you know, history and all that. Domestication is genetic modification.
I can't even get it up to fight this dumb fight.
You eat what you want, Stellas. You believe what you want to believe. Good luck with that.
I still avoid major sources of soy - Edamame, soy-based "meats," tofu, etc. because soy is something that I test allergic to, and I believe avoiding it makes a difference in my hives. But I don't worry about soy lecithin or soy in vegetable oils. Having to think about that just cut me off from too many foods and social events (like having to be sure about what kind of oil a restaurant used in food preparation, etc.).
I only intentionally have soy in my iced latte from Starbucks once a week. I am lactose intolerant so cow's milk is not an option. Even with those tablets I feel ill.
My kid has a milk allergy so avoiding soy with that is going to be so hard if she's ever going to eat anything but meat and fruits and veggies. Although maybe she'll be healthier than all of us
I drink soy milk in my coffee most mornings and have tofu or tempeh a couple times a week. I have a thyroid condition and am concerned about other hormonal effects but I'm also a vegetarian so I just attempt to practice moderation.
As for the environmental concerns, most of the U.S.' and South American soybean crops are used for animal feed. So if you eat chicken, you're still indirectly contributing to the overall demand of soy.
This is very true! Though we aren't vegetarians, I also try to limit my meat consumption. As Michael Pollan says, "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants."
ETA: It's really hard to do everything right these days (with regard to food, health, sustainability, etc.) but I do think every little bit helps and it's important to make informed choices...even if what you choose is the "wrong" choice.
I think it's kind of funny when people talk about avoiding genetically modified foods, because, you know, history and all that. Domestication is genetic modification.
I avoid soy if I can, but I don't read every.single.label. I just don't drink things like soy milk or eat tofu. I do have edamame at sushi restaurants.
What makes me LOL is people who avoid dairy because "its bad for you" but will eat soy. The verdict is definitely out on soy being a healthier option.
I avoid soy if I can, but I don't read every.single.label. I just don't drink things like soy milk or eat tofu. I do have edamame at sushi restaurants.
and now after reading all of the links and doing some research I am tossing the soynut butter. DAMN IT, it seems like there is always something that I am doing wrong.
and now after reading all of the links and doing some research I am tossing the soynut butter. DAMN IT, it seems like there is always something that I am doing wrong.
What about Sun Butter? It's made out of sunflower seeds.
and now after reading all of the links and doing some research I am tossing the soynut butter. DAMN IT, it seems like there is always something that I am doing wrong.
What about Sun Butter? It's made out of sunflower seeds.
I am going to go out today and pick some up My DD is allergic to peanuts and has never had sunflower oil or seeds, hopefully she won't have a reaction to the sunflower butter.
I think it's kind of funny when people talk about avoiding genetically modified foods, because, you know, history and all that. Domestication is genetic modification.
I can't even get it up to fight this dumb fight.
You eat what you want, Stellas. You believe what you want to believe. Good luck with that.
and now after reading all of the links and doing some research I am tossing the soynut butter. DAMN IT, it seems like there is always something that I am doing wrong.
I think everything in moderation is key. I prefer to avoid soy, but in your situation, having a child with a food allergy, soy butter may not be a terrible option. That said, I would certainly limit it to once per week (like tuna and mercury!)
I have switched sandwiches to just roasted chicken or hummus since they seem to be safe options. I realize that may be trickier for your kid.