Using inclusive language for food allergies

<p>A mini popup episode for you!</p> MILK versus MYLK, what's the deal? Amanda from the blog <a href='https://www.everydayallergenfree.com/'>Everyday Allergen-Free</a> joined Kortney to explore what spelling milk with an 'I' versus milk with a 'Y' means and how it can impact someone’s experience with that food.   This lead to a discussion about feeling left out when you have food allergies and whether getting an allergy-safe version of a classic food makes you feel included or different. What we cover: <ul><li>Inclusive language for those with food allergies.</li> <li>When did the alternative spelling of MYLK show up? </li> <li>How does speaking milk with a y help or hinder those with a dairy allergy?</li> <li>Feeling left out/longing for what you can’t have, especially when you have food allergens in the house.</li> <li>Does an allergy-safe version of a food make you feel included or different?</li> <li>What terms can you use to talk about allergy-safe food replacements. </li> <li>The attitude to have when trying to recreate foods that contain an allergen.</li> <li>What does the ‘real’ version of a recipe mean for an allergy person?</li> <li>The different trends in plant based milk.</li> </ul> Helpful links: <ul><li>More about the <a href='https://thezestfull.com/choosing-your-food-allergy-terms-wisely/'>language we use when talking about food allergies</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.everydayallergenfree.com/home/2019/4/14/make-your-own-creamy-oat-milk'>Oatmilk recipe</a> from Amanda's blog Everyday Allergen-Free</li> <li>Our Instagram, <a href='https://www.instagram.com/theitchpodcast/'>@theitchpodcast</a>, tell us how you think we should spell plant based milk</li> </ul>