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Carol Slager makes two of her favorites, turkey tetrazzini, and Texas sheet cake, using substitutes for the gluten dairy and eggs.
The Hygiene Hypothesis suggests that the modern emphasis on cleanliness and hygiene has reduced exposure to certain microorganisms that are essential for the development of a healthy immune system. So, the immune system may become more prone to misidentifying harmless substances as threats, leading to allergies.
The Western diet has increased consumption of processed foods at the expense of fresh, whole foods. Some researchers believe that these dietary changes may contribute to the rise in food allergies.
Nine foods account for more than 90% of serious allergic reactions: Milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybean and sesame.
The primary way to prevent an allergic reaction to a trigger food is to avoid it. That’s made easier by ingredient labels required by U.S. law to list any of these nine items.
“Not a specified topic”
In many ways, the concept of “not a specified topic” is a reflection of the ambiguity that can exist in language and communication. Without a clear topic or theme, it can be difficult to know where to begin or what to discuss. This can lead to feelings of uncertainty and confusion, both for the writer and the reader.
One potential approach to tackling this “topic” could be to explore the idea of the blank slate. In the context of writing, a blank slate is a page with no words or images on it, waiting to be filled with meaning and content. Similarly, the topic “not a specified topic” presents a blank slate, free from preconceptions or biases.
As writers, we often find ourselves faced with this kind of blank slate. It’s up to us to fill it with our own thoughts, ideas, and perspectives. This can be both liberating and daunting… as we must grapple with the uncertainty of what to write and how to structure our thoughts. The “not a specified topic” can be seen as an opportunity to explore the limits of language and communication.
By pushing the boundaries of what we typically consider “topics”, we can challenge ourselves to think outside the box and explore new ways of expressing ourselves. Ultimately, the “not a specified topic” may be an exercise in creative problem-solving, “encouraging us to adapt and be flexible in our approach to communication.” By embracing the uncertainty and ambiguity, “we can create something new and innovative.”.. even in the face of a seemingly impossible task.
