What is soy allergy and how to avoid it?

What is soy and soy allergy?
Soy is a legume present in many foods, such as sauces, soups, sausages, breads, cereals, vegetable milk, tofu, tempeh, edamame and others. Soy is beneficial for cardiovascular health, cholesterol, menopause and prevention of some types of cancer.
However, some people may have a soy allergy, which occurs when the immune system mistakenly identifies soy proteins as a threat and releases antibodies called immunoglobulin E to fight them. These antibodies trigger the release of chemicals such as histamine, which cause allergy symptoms.

What symptoms can you have?
– Hives, itching, redness or swelling of the skin.
– Nasal congestion, sneezing, itchy or runny nose
– Itching, tearing, redness or swelling of the eyes
– Coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing or asthma
– Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
– Dizziness, lightheadedness, drop in blood pressure, or fainting
– Anaphylaxis

Living without soy
The only way to prevent soy allergy symptoms is to follow a diet free of this ingredient or its derivatives. To do this, it is important to read product labels carefully.
Soy allergy can be a food challenge, as soy is a very common and sometimes hidden ingredient in many foods. For this reason, Adpan was born with the mission to bring allergen-free food to the intolerant population, guaranteeing the absence of soy, among other allergens, in its composition. In our online store you can find a wide variety of soy-free products.
In summary, soy allergy is a condition that affects some people and requires special attention and adequate prevention. However, this does not mean that allergy sufferers should give up a varied and healthy diet. Our products are the perfect alternative to enjoy worry-free meals.