7. Anaphylaxis with Casein Allergy
The most terrifying and life-threatening symptoms of consuming cow’s milk for those with a casein allergy is anaphylaxis. The restriction of the airways can come on rapidly, and for those who already suffer asthma, emergency response is imperative.
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8. For Serious Casein Allergies…
For severe milk or casein allergies, your doctor will prescribe injectable epinephrine (or an Epi Pen) to carry with you at all times. If you consume casein accidently, you or a loved one can administer the epinephrine injection to save you time and counteract the reaction until emergency help arrives.
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9. For Milder Casein Allergies…
Your doctor may recommend carrying over-the-counter antihistamines with you. These will calm the immune response and alleviate allergy reactions if you accidently ingest a food containing casein.
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10. Say Goodbye to Cow’s Milk
The best prevention for a casein allergy is to avoid cow’s milk altogether. That means maintaining a strict casein-free diet and avoiding all foods and beverages that contain cow’s milk—such as cheese, breads or baked goods made with milk, cream soups and sauces, butter, coffee creamer, ice cream, certain icings, and milk-based spreads. Luckily, you can still consume rich sources of calcium from calcium-added juices, cereals, almond and soy milk, and veggies like kale, spinach, Swiss chard, and broccoli.
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Emily Lockhart
Emily Lockhart is a certified yoga instructor and personal trainer. She believes that being healthy is a lifestyle choice, not a punishment or temporary fix to attain a desired fitness or body image goal. Anna helps her clients take responsibility for their own health and wellness through her classes and articles on ActiveBeat.