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Eggs are a common ingredient in
many food including, breads, cereals, many baking products, and more. Here
are a couple of recommendations for egg substitutes: For each egg, use one
of the following in your every day recipes. These substitutes work well when
baking from scratch and only needing 1 to 3 eggs.
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1 tsp. baking powder, 1 T. liquid, 1 T.
vinegar |
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1 tsp. yeast dissolved in 1/4 cup warm water |
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1 1/2 T. water, 1 1/2 T. oil, 1 tsp. baking powder |
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1 packet gelatin, 2 T. warm water. Do not mix until ready
to use. |
Hidden Sources of Egg:
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Eggs have been used to create the foam or milk
topping on specialty coffee drinks and are used in some alcoholic drinks. |
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Some commercial brands of egg substitutes contain egg
whites. |
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Most commercially processed cooked pastas (including those
used in prepared foods such as soup) contain egg or are processed on
equipment shared with egg-containing pastas. Boxed, dry pastas are usually
egg-free, but may be processed on equipment that is also used for
egg-containing products. Fresh pasta is sometimes egg-free, too. Read the
label or ask about ingredients before eating pasta. |
Commonly asked Questions about Egg allergies:
| Does the flu vaccine contain egg? |
Yes, influenza vaccines usually contain a small amount of
egg protein. Be sure to advise your physician if you have an egg allergy
before taking the vaccine.
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Is a flu shot safe for an individual with an egg
allergy? |
Influenza vaccines are grown on egg embryos and may
contain a small amount of egg protein. If you or your child is allergic to
eggs, speak to your doctor before receiving a flu shot. |
| Can someone who is allergic to eggs have a flu
shot? |
Scientists suggest individuals with egg allergy be given
an allergy test with the vaccine. If the test results are negative, the
vaccine may be given in a single dose. If the test results are positive,
individual assessment of benefits versus risk should be discussed with a
doctor.
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| Is an intranasal influenza vaccine an option for
someone with an egg allergy? |
| The intranasal vaccine contains egg protein, and it not
recommended for use in individuals with egg allergy. It is approved for use
in persons ages 5 to 49 years, but it is not approved for use in patients
with asthma. |
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If you suspect that you have an egg allergy, consult your
physician or allergists and get tested!
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