If you've been diagnosed with salicylate sensitivity, the best resource to have on hand is one that outlines the salicylate content of different foods. Being able to tailor your diet around your tolerance level is an important step in keeping symptoms at bay which is...
You’ve spent years perfecting your makeup and skincare routine only to discover you have a salicylate sensitivity…now what!? While safe for most people, those with a salicylate sensitivity need to limit their exposure to the pervasive chemical, found in everything...
Nothing says pamper like slathering yourself with body lotion after a hot steamy shower. Unfortunately, many bath products and toiletries (i.e. lotions, scrubs, deodorants, toothpaste) contain salicylates, rendering them unsuitable for those of us with a...
One of the ways I know I'm going to react to a cleaning product is if it has a strong fragrance - just getting a whiff of a cleaning spray can set off a migraine. As someone with salicylate sensitivity, I need to be mindful of what I put in my mouth and on my skin so...
Sometimes, not often, but sometimes I crave something sweet to eat. While I’m not a huge fan of dessert (I’m more of a savoury girl myself), the thought of a little afternoon pick-me-up does sound appealing. With a salad bowl brimming with pears, puff pastry in the...
Touted for its ability to aid in the relief of aches and pains associated with conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia and tendinitis, Epsom salt bathing has also become a popular therapeutic remedy for those suffering from salicylate sensitivity. Known by its...
Despite your best intentions, you’ve surpassed your salicylate threshold and now you’re suffering the consequences. Perhaps you indulged in a high salicylate meal, enjoyed a glass of bubbly or spent the evening sitting next to someone drenched to the nines in perfume....
A question on the lips of many people newly diagnosed with salicylate sensitivity is “can I still have my morning coffee?”. As much as I hate to be the bearer of bad news, coffee (both instant and ground) is indeed high in salicylates. Because people vary in their...
Ever indulged in a slice or two of tomatoey pizza and experienced a migraine the next day? Or perhaps you ordered smashed avocado for brunch and left with a stomach ache, ringing in the ears and a persistent cough? You could be one of the unfortunate souls who suffer...