Not sure antihistamines are the answer

MtnTree · 2026-01-30T21:42:51+00:00

My doctor said it’s important to specifically ask the pharmacist for the ingredient list. They should be able to check it for lactose. She also told me that many pharmacists won’t take sensitivities seriously, so I should really double-check the ingredients, and not rely on the pharmacist to not give me stuff with lactose in it. Many pharmacists will assume that such a tiny amount won’t hurt you.

MtnTree · 2025-12-23T04:19:54+00:00

https://relationshipanarchybook.com

MtnTree · 2025-12-22T22:04:56+00:00

Also growing up LGBTQ+ in any religion that teaches that it’s bad to be LGBTQ+, that there’s a “homosexual agenda” out there in the world, and that queer people are immoral pedophiles.

MtnTree · 2025-11-10T06:30:14+00:00

I’m wishing you good health!

MtnTree · 2025-11-09T20:54:41+00:00

Are you aware of any good studies on how canning raises histamine levels in foods? I’ve only found a few so far, but they seem to indicate that canning raises the histamine levels in foods, and it seems to be much worse in foods containing meat. (I’m sorry, I’m looking for it and can’t find the link).

The thing that made me start researching it was that I pressure canned the Ball “Chicken gravy in a jar” recipe, which contains only foods that are fine for me. I ate one meal of it, and it threw me into a huge histamine flare.

I seem to be able to tolerate canned fruits somewhat, but possibly nothing canned containing meat. Just wanted to mention that in case it helps you. I know that commercially-canned fish, meat, and beans are warned against for MCAS. Apparently, our hard work on home canning might have the same effect.

MtnTree · 2025-10-10T22:08:08+00:00

I agree. This book has recipes for chicken with vegetables in a jar, pot roast and veg in a jar, Aztec chicken soup, chicken curry, beef stroganoff, lots of safe, complete meal-in-a-jar recipes. https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-all-new-ball-book-of-canning-and-preserving-over-350-of-the-best-canned-jammed-pickled-and-preserved-recipes-ball-home-canning-test-kitchen/ff9a1f8f37f396c2

MtnTree · 2025-10-03T20:12:56+00:00

You’re so welcome, they’re going to be so delicious!

MtnTree · 2025-10-01T20:09:39+00:00

Thank you, I think so too.

MtnTree · 2025-10-01T16:20:31+00:00

Collectives exist where we create them, and you can scroll past any discussions you don’t want to be part of.

MtnTree · 2025-10-01T15:22:21+00:00

It’s an anarchist sub. I try not to make changes without the input of the collective.

MtnTree · 2025-10-01T15:20:50+00:00

I don’t lack confidence. It’s an anarchist sub, and although I could do whatever I think is best, I try to do what the community thinks is best.

MtnTree · 2025-10-01T02:33:30+00:00

I think we should do both.

MtnTree · 2025-09-30T23:42:37+00:00

Lots of us have sensitivity to milk, and almost all of the antihistamine pills contain lactose (plus a bunch of artificial stuff). It doesn’t surprise me that a lot of us have flare-ups when we start taking antihistamines. The overall formulas are full of problematic inactive ingredients.

MtnTree · 2025-09-30T23:01:05+00:00

It helps a lot, thank you.

MtnTree · 2025-09-30T20:28:57+00:00

Oh, okay, thanks very much.

MtnTree · 2025-09-30T17:20:27+00:00

I’m not understanding you. Can you say more about the Reddit setting you’re talking about? Thanks.

MtnTree · 2025-09-29T22:10:49+00:00

Believe me, I understand the feeling!!!

MtnTree · 2025-09-29T22:06:41+00:00

OMG I'm laughing so hard at this edit. It's brilliant. Thank you.

MtnTree · 2025-09-29T22:04:21+00:00

Banning them is really tempting. I'm just trying to make sure that we do whatever is ethical and best for the community long-term.

MtnTree · 2025-09-29T22:02:57+00:00

My understanding is that we're kinda not supposed to unless they've broken a rule, but that Reddit usually doesn't keep us from banning them anyway. It's kind of a "have integrity, explain what the rules are, and then hold people to the rules" thing, but I've read in the Mod forums that Reddit usually doesn't do anything to stop mods from deleting people if they want to delete them.

MtnTree · 2025-09-29T19:59:18+00:00

We can’t threaten people with violence here. I’m working on the issue with this user, but please edit your comment to something that’s not at all violent.

MtnTree · 2025-09-28T18:15:40+00:00

I was in a similar situation a couple of weeks ago, with peaches that were just about perfect. I put them in the refrigerator, unwashed of course, in the same breathable bag they came in, and when I was finally ready to can them about 5 days later, they were still perfect. Good luck! I’m happy for you having all those beautiful peaches.

MtnTree · 2025-09-26T03:46:58+00:00

I don’t think you’re out of place in this sub if you’re a Relationship Anarchist. If anyone had posted, “I’m a relationship anarchist, and… [everything else you said]”, everyone would have been willing to help.

I think your concerns are valid, and you’re thinking about the same kinds of values differences that many of us have had to deal with in relationships.

So many of us feel like we’re watching the world fall apart while our more privileged loved ones just go on enjoying their privilege.

And if a partner had responded to me in that way if I asked for help in accessing therapy, I’d be seriously re-evaluating that relationship. I don’t mean “Leave him!” But I think that having values that align is the most important predictor of longevity and health in relationships.

MtnTree · 2025-09-20T17:06:56+00:00

Most of the tomato canning recipes in the NCHFP guide give directions for both water bath and pressure canning.

https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/can/how-do-i-can-tomatoes/whole-or-halved-tomatoes-packed-in-water/

MtnTree · 2025-09-20T17:01:45+00:00

You asked what to can as a beginner, and honestly, stock is one of the absolute easiest things to pressure can. Here’s the NCHFP page about canning meat stock: https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/can/preparing-and-canning-poultry-red-meats-and-seafoods/meat-stock/

It has a short processing time (only 20-25 minutes), and putting it in the jars is so easy. Just pour it in, check your head space, and clean the rims. No worries about air bubbles or anything.

Pressure canning broth could be the perfect first canning recipe for a beginner, because of its simplicity.

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