Big Idea Update
Here I am taking time out from a very busy day to place my
vote:
Here are Jeff Halpin, Colleen Doyle, and David Lee, some
members of my digital team, astonished by how many votes were pouring and
continue to pour into the blog!
Keep on voting!
I absolutely love the idea of this contest! The ideas are so fresh and yet they are all seem like they would be so many applications for all of them. I love the scrapbook idea but I like all of these great ideas.
Posted by: Christine Tayman | February 1st, 2008 at 10:44 am
Hi Martha!
I gave my vote! Am curious though and wonder if you read all the comments, or does your staff do it? I keep a blog as well and bake and craft. My family and friends call me Martha!
Joan
Posted by: Joan Hajek | February 1st, 2008 at 10:57 am
Here's a big idea for ya. How about a series of "fix it" shows? Simple fixes around the home like leaky faucets, hanging a chandelier, etc. Martha, I know you can do everything.
Posted by: greg | February 1st, 2008 at 11:33 am
My vote is in!
Just wanted to let you know you are on my list of favorites and I never miss your show!
Keep up the great work!
Posted by: Nancy | February 1st, 2008 at 11:45 am
I am so excited about the possibility of a magazine that will feature gluten free cooking!! I loved the show Martha did last year that featured Baby Cakes (an allergen free bakery). My daughters are both Celiacs, so I am a gluten free cook. I am always happy to find new ideas - especially if it were from the Martha Kitchen! I hope this 'Great Idea' is able to keep it's lead!
Posted by: Wendy Eaton | February 1st, 2008 at 11:46 am
I have Celiac Disease and love to bake. I am always modifying recipes from Martha's Baking Handbook into gluten free versions. It would be wonderful to have a magazine devoted to allergen free recipes that have been tried and retried until they are "Martha" approved! If MSO does publish such a magazine I will be your number one subscriber.
Posted by: Heidi from Wyoming | February 1st, 2008 at 12:07 pm
I voted for the publication on food allergies because I feel there is a ral and growing need for a good resource with organic and un altered foods. However I feel that several of the iedeas were good and feel it would be a shame to ignore them if they don't win the competition. many people love their pets as if they were part of the family and feel that many would enfory that publication also. I am not a scrapbooker or someone who does a lot on the computer but in this tech based world I can see the benefit to this project also. I do like to go to flea markets and I noticed the publication for collectors was not recieving many votes but that may be because your show is not geared to collectors and they were not watching or on your website. I feel a quarterly publication would attract some of these people right now the publications out there are very limited and you have to know where to look to find them. Good luck with all.
Posted by: Cheryl | February 1st, 2008 at 12:21 pm
I'm all for the publication for allergies -- We are always on the look out for any information relating to allergy-free food. We have been doing the gluten-free, casein-free, yeast-free diet for about 5 years. I am just finishing a book on how to do the diet (gluten-free, casein-free, yeast-free, and no dyes, additives, preservatives, and artificial flavorings); I hope to get it published ASAP.
(We also have other allergies and intolerances, but the above seems to be the diet that helps most with autistic spectrum disorder issues.)
Posted by: Angela | February 1st, 2008 at 1:13 pm
As a mother of a child with Celiac disease I would love to see a Martha magazine featuring gluten free cooking and baking!
Posted by: Susan | February 1st, 2008 at 1:19 pm
Hi Martha, You have certainly opened "Pandora's Box" with these most fascinating "Big Ideas"! It is absolutely fantastic to see almost 140,000 votes in less than 2 days. At this pace, you could have a million votes by Feb. 7th. WOW! I've go to go vote again. Jan
Posted by: Jan Erickson | February 1st, 2008 at 1:22 pm
Okay Martha, if you vote on line does that mean you have to sit on your hands in the board room? No cheating and voting over 100 times.
Posted by: Margie | February 1st, 2008 at 1:34 pm
Is it like Chicago politics? Vote once, vote twice and vote often?
- Suzanne, the Farmer's Wife
Posted by: the farmers wife | February 1st, 2008 at 1:34 pm
I'm gluten and casein intolerant. I'm also a Martha Stuart devotee. Combining Martha with food and environmental sensitivity awareness would be a GREAT thing! Many folks with food sensitivities have no I idea how to live--and they have to learn in order to live--great potential. Good luck!
Posted by: erik scott forster | February 1st, 2008 at 1:37 pm
I'm all for Alexis' magazine!
Posted by: Gluten Free Steve | February 1st, 2008 at 1:51 pm
That's certainly a dinosaur of a monitor that Martha is using. I was relieved to see her staff member using two flat screens.
Posted by: Susan | February 1st, 2008 at 2:22 pm
Food allergies - absolutely. What a wonderful benefit to help others with their health - especially moms who are struggling how to best feed their kids.
Posted by: Hildy | February 1st, 2008 at 2:28 pm
The e-com scrapbook is a great idea in a digital world. especially if it can be customized with our own best ideas from Martha Stewart.
Posted by: Joe B | February 1st, 2008 at 2:39 pm
I was so hoping for a gardening idea. Maybe it's the next big idea.
But these are great. Cannot decide along so many good ones.
Posted by: Lou | February 1st, 2008 at 2:42 pm
I am another farmer's wife with gluten and casein issues, and on a wheat farm, no less. My passion is flavorful, gluten free, casein free food. My pets also eat the same way.
Posted by: Jennifer B. Smith | February 1st, 2008 at 2:43 pm
I voted for the e-scrapbook because I am always dying to try all the crafts that Martha talks about, but don't have a high quality color printer. I think this application could also work for any of the templates that are in the magazine, etc. I would love to design and then order crafts online. I'm very impressed with the person who came up with this!
Posted by: Maria | February 1st, 2008 at 2:46 pm
A food allergy magazine with recipes!!!! Yes! It's original and it's needed--a lot! Safe and delicious recipes....family and friends who understand more about food allergies, the importance of labeling and reading labels, cross contamination. You could change people's lives with this idea. We have just recently begun avoiding some suspected food allergens. I have been researching the topic and I am truely amazed at what people don't know about food allergies--myself included...then there is the challenge of substitutions to make your old recipes safe and still have then turn out delicious. Being able to try new recipes and know that they were going to be safe and delicious.... Please, please publish this magazine--and please include at least a section on kid favorites. It's so hard for the little ones when they can't have their favorites anymore or they can't have what their friends are all having. Safe alternatives are so welcome.
Posted by: Penny | February 1st, 2008 at 2:57 pm
I think Barbara's idea is absolutely brilliant! Who wouldn't love to be able to shop, socialize, learn something new and see all the latest products that Martha has come out with, and all under one roof! I think it's a no-brainer. My vote goes to the Martha Store!
Posted by: Laney U. | February 1st, 2008 at 3:08 pm
How cool is this....I could not decide between the store and the scrapbooking....I would love one central location to shop for all things Martha...but have a personal hobby of scraping....currently he store is winning my votes. Thank you for this opportunity !!!!
Posted by: theresa gettle | February 1st, 2008 at 3:19 pm
The ideas were all very good, but pick I must, here is to the pets!!!!
Posted by: Deb | February 1st, 2008 at 3:28 pm
I would like to vote for the magazine for people with allergies, food intolerances like Celiac Disease. etc. If you do your research and find out that 1 in 133 people have CD, that is a huge portion of the population that would be interested in your publication.
Posted by: Carol Mangano | February 1st, 2008 at 3:43 pm
I was a bakery owner for 11 years, an early Martha fan and now a devoted grandma. I am thrilled with Alexis' idea. With three Celiacs (ages 5,29 and 66)in the family I am always adapting recipes and would be delighted to see a Martha publication
Jane Davis
Chicago, IL
Posted by: Jane Davis | February 1st, 2008 at 3:54 pm
I am a Celiac Diseas sufferer as are my girls. I'm voting for Alexis. We NEED this Martha. And if anyone can do it right it is you and the team. Thanks.
Posted by: marybeth | February 1st, 2008 at 3:54 pm
My grandson, who is 2 years old, has severe food allergies and I know his mom would love to have recipes and articles regarding food allergies, etc. Thanks for including that catagory.
Posted by: Brenda Lewis | February 1st, 2008 at 4:04 pm
I am one of the many mothers who has to deal with every classroom party, family get together/ holiday event and everyday life with food allergy concerns! Having a child that could potentially die from taking a mere bite of a food containing a treenut, I truly appreciate the possiblity of a food allery publication. Ideas on recipes that consider the top 8 food allergens as well as those with food intolerances (i.e. gluten and lactose), would be wonderful. Since dining out is an infrequent event due to the absolute uncertainty of cross contamination, it would be exciting to have a magazine that would offer ways to make "dining in" more interesting! Thank you for considering this type of publication as a possiblity!!!
Posted by: Beth | February 1st, 2008 at 4:05 pm
Martha-
"The Big Idea" is outstanding!
I'm voting for a pet pub.
A MSL Pets magazine would be a smash hit. I think pet owners would enjoy reading a publication about how to better care for their companion animals.
Americans spend over 36-billion annually on their pets. Now that's a resource to tap into. Also the potential for advertisers would be vast.
Thanks for letting us have our two-cents!
Jon
Posted by: Jon | February 1st, 2008 at 4:10 pm
Martha,
We are in such a huge need for anything on food allergies. My little girl is 4 and suffers from extreme food allergies. Every day is as scary as the last. We created Food Allergy Faith Foundation in honor of her. We want to prevent other kids from severe reactions like my daughter has had. Thank you for the great show the other day on food allergies!! You are wonderful.
Best Wishes
Heather Garner
Food Allergy Faith Foundation
http://www.foodallergyfaith.org
Posted by: Heather Garner | February 1st, 2008 at 4:42 pm
Hi Martha,
They are all really great ideas, you should consider doing all of them. I voted for the publication for people with dietary restrictions. If Martha Stewart Living does not help these folks - who will. If this publication is the winner please publish the nutritional analysis with the recipes, its invaluable for diabetics to know the carbs.
Posted by: Eileen | February 1st, 2008 at 5:00 pm
Here is my 2 cents! A publication geared to people with food allergies, and intolerances is more than a must!!! my 7 year old son and I share the same malady (Celiac) seems it is hereditary especially with those of us who are of European descent. myself,(Polish). Other countries are by far ahead of America recognizing this disease, Please bring this publication to the forefront to help educate those of us who are unaware of this most dangerous epidemic!
Posted by: Alisa Twarzynski | February 1st, 2008 at 5:16 pm
The food allergy idea is unique and fresh. Scrapbooking and pet catagories and well covered by many companies.
No powerful brand has addressed celiacs and those with food issues. What a market - I guess the early results are a good indication of how powerful this group of consumers really is.
Posted by: Jeannie New | February 1st, 2008 at 5:18 pm
Alexis- Your my hero.
All of the finailist ideas are great and could be great fun, but this could have a profound impact on peoples lives. Martha's name is well repected and a publication of this natur would help raise understanding and awarness.
Posted by: Tabitha | February 1st, 2008 at 5:19 pm
Obviously, there’s a huge market of people who are hungry for allergy-friendly recipes and tips. I can tell you that the demand for high quality gluten-free baked goods has soared, as awareness and diagnosis of celiac disease has increased.
You could help so many people with food allergies and sensitivities and let people know that gluten-free, dairy-free, or egg-free does NOT have to involve deprivation! And a magazine could serve as a starting point – there are so many opportunities for expansion.
Did you know that your recipes are quite easily adapted to gluten-free, dairy-free baking? Your recipes are excellent, and a great starting point makes the conversion to gluten free much simpler. I’d love to see the same approach - reliable, seasonal, current, thorough, and beautifully presented – applied to a magazine that offers delicious allergy-friendly recipes.
Posted by: Linda | February 1st, 2008 at 5:21 pm
Heres my vote... they are all fabulous ideas! I think you should put them in some kind of order and do them ALL... like a priority list with what would be the most important then second etc... would hate to see any of theme hit the trashbin
JO
Posted by: JO | February 1st, 2008 at 5:23 pm
I am truly excited at the idea of a magazine that's main focus is to offer allergy friendly recipes is leading the pack.
Having Celiac's has been a major change in my life and the need to keep a gluten free household is paramount, as little as taking the "host" at church is enough to send my system into problems for about 2 weeks. My wife and I have adapted many recipes to be GF and will continue, but the thought of a magazine to offer new idea's is FANTASTIC.
Celiac Sprue is one of the most undiagnosed diseases in the USA, affecting 1 in every 133 people. The manifestations of the disease are far reaching and have been linked to other debilitating diseases such as degenerative bone disease, osteoporosis, MS, cancer, autism, arthritis, infertility, fibromyalgia, tyroid and pancreatic disorders to name a few. Although celiac's is a hereditary disease, for many it doesn't rear it's ugly head until the 3rd or 4th decade of life and many time miss diagnosed as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Chrone's, etc. At that point the damage to your body has been done.
I want to congratulate Alexis on a great idea and to thank her too.. Good luck and hope your "Next Big Idea" wins ..
Posted by: Bob G | February 1st, 2008 at 5:31 pm
Thank you Martha for having this contest. It will mean a lot to those who suffer from alleries to food and especially those with Celiac disease. This disease is one of the most undiagnosed diseases in the world and most people have no idea how important it is to be totally Gluten and Gliaden free. I have had it all of my life but was not diagnosed with it until I was 52. I now have Chronic Kidney disease, hyperparathyroidism, a goiter, pernicious anemia,osteopenia, osteoarthritis,asthma, allergies to many things, bi-polar disorder, and I could go on and on. Please help to promote drugs free from gluten and gliaden and do this magazine. Leslie
Posted by: Leslie | February 1st, 2008 at 5:34 pm
I am voting for Alexis. Having Celiac Disease for over 40 years and just being diagnosed 3 years ago has presented me with some unique challenges that most Celiacs don't face (or at least I don't know of anyone else experiencing what I am). I would love to see a magazine for people with allergies and food sensitivities.
Posted by: Debbie A. Pierce | February 1st, 2008 at 5:44 pm
Martha!!!
Please do an issue on Celiac Disease
Posted by: Lou Parrotta | February 1st, 2008 at 6:28 pm
Martha-
I love you! As a longtime sufferer of Celiac Disease - over 15 years - the idea of an entire magazine on Gluten Free Diets is awesome.
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE do one.
Thank you.
Rosalie Parrotta
Frankfort, NY
Posted by: Rosalie Parrotta | February 1st, 2008 at 6:30 pm
Very excited sbout a magazine devoted to allergy free cooking and baking.
Alexis has a great big idea! There are many foods I miss, even though the world of gluten free living has improved.
Posted by: Donna | February 1st, 2008 at 6:53 pm
If the concept for the "big idea" submission is purely commercial--obviously the store drives a lot of enthusiasm and a lot of financial gain for MSLO...if public service, health or education is a goal at all, then the food intolerance focus is the most beneficial...
I certainly hope the latter is true and vote "early and often" for an allergy friendly issue...
Posted by: smonahan | February 1st, 2008 at 7:49 pm
why can't you do them all. I like all of them and especially the allergy cookbook. I am loaded with food allergies and many others do and do not know it.
Posted by: barbara howell | February 1st, 2008 at 8:19 pm
Oh... {sigh}
I guess there are far more people with food allergies than I ever imagined. And I guess it is more easily doable than a massive store. And I guess it would help a lot of people.
But forgive those of us who do not have food allergies (or who do not know anyone with them) if we decided to take a pass.
There's not much in a magazine like that for most people. It would be a 'niche publication' to be sure.
If this is a "Big Idea" contest, shouldn't it take the "Big Picture" into consideration, be as inclusive as possible with promises of sustainability?
I'm taking this WAY too seriously, aren't I? LOL!
They're all excellent ideas. Good luck to all.
-Andrew in Canada
Posted by: Andrew Ritchie | February 1st, 2008 at 8:21 pm
Have been inspired by the ideas from all the brilliant talented artisan submissions that you publish and share for about 20 years! (I'm 45) Am amazed at how your guests and on every show can eat ALL the foods produced- are there any allergic/ sensitive guests? I am chemically sensitive and intolerant to gluten, corn, dairy, yeast, peanuts, anything fermented... so admire what you all share, yet always have to ALTER or just get the jist of the combinations. HOORAY to Alexis for pushing the idea- and THRILLED to see how many other needy and wanting viewers/ readers agree too!!!! Gracias!
Posted by: hope connors brown | February 1st, 2008 at 8:31 pm
DEAR MARTHA,
AS A STOCK HOLDER IN YOUR COMPANY, I WOULD SURE LIKE TO SEE A "STORE"
COME ABOARD. I THINK IT WOULD BE A FRESH NEW APPROARCH TO MARTHA STEWART LIVING.
IF,HOWEVER THIS IS NOT VOTED AS THE BEST, THEN I CAN SURELY SEE A MAGAZINE FOR PEOPLE WITH FOOD ALLERGIES, ALSO, A NEW SPIN FOR MARTHA STEWART LIVING.
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORKS, MARTHA. I HAVE AlWAYS BEEN IN YOUR CORNER NO MATTER WHAT!!
DONNA
Posted by: DONNA | February 1st, 2008 at 8:33 pm
I will definitely give my vote to Alexis' idea. A gluten-free, allergy aware magazine combined with the creativity of Martha and her team...oh, the possibilities!
Posted by: Jessie Platzer | February 1st, 2008 at 8:45 pm
I am interested in the pet magazine idea and see that it is currently at a close second. If this idea is selected as the winner, I would LOVE to see recipes that are pet-friendly and veterinarian approved as an alternative to store bought pet food (i.e. homemade doggie biscuits). Perhaps some of these recipes could help pets with allergies, young and old, thin and plump, and with fur or feather. Big fan!
Posted by: SF | February 1st, 2008 at 8:47 pm
I think the allergy freindly magazine is a wonderful idea. I have 2 young sons, both with severe food allergies to eggs, milk, peanuts and tree nuts. I think the attention that you could give the issue of food allergies would be a wonderful thing. I am always looking for ways in which to make life as normal as possible for my boys. It is such a challenge on a day to day basis to find allergy friendly products.
Posted by: Whitney | February 1st, 2008 at 9:14 pm
I love the store idea. Forward thinking would mean a store in every major city. I would love to manage the store for Olympia, WA. Some ideas I would like to see, sewing machines where people could bring in a project and get help if needed like I find when going into a knitting store. Kitchens for cooking classes. Demonstration areas for crafts.
Posted by: Sherry Sprouse | February 1st, 2008 at 9:54 pm
Andrew - Thank you for understanding comments. In a sense, each of the "Big Idea" candidates is a "niche" market - pet lovers, digital scrapbookers, people in NY who would go to a MSL store, collectors, people who like cookbooks, as well as the allergy crowd also.
But all of the other ideas aside from the allergy idea (and the store idea) have plenty of material at their resources. And if people drop the hobby in favor of a new hobby, then the niche market for that "big idea" becomes even smaller. The food allergy folks...well, we're just stuck with it. We can't change our diets (believe me - we would if we could). So, anything Martha can do in this untouched market would be such a big help! Thank you again for your understanding and your {sigh}.
Posted by: Dianne | February 1st, 2008 at 10:21 pm
Dear Martha, I have been a long time follower of yours since your first Thanksgiving show in the mid 80's.My opinion is that you open a store bearing your name and incorporate everything following in your store so if a cookbook for people with food allergies is what I need then I will find it in your store along with other books on how to cook , scrapbooking, a cookbook from your employees,to how to on pets. Why not a section for the young urban living? I think you should incorporate it all under one roof THE MARTHA STEWART LIVING STORE as far as I'm concerned every idea is a winner under one roof
Posted by: Toni Lynn Caputo | February 1st, 2008 at 10:56 pm
I cannot believe my choice is in the lowest percentile! I absolutely think a publication showcasing the rules, etiquette and general guidelines for antiquing. The New Vintage sounds fantastic and, even if it does not win, the fact that it is a one time publication should make it a feasible option anyway. Please, Martha, please publish it!
Posted by: Alex Cichon | February 1st, 2008 at 11:15 pm
Alexis's idea 110%!!! We've been gluten free for 2 1/2 years after my daughter very sick little girl was diagnosed prompting other family members to be tested. (However, some did not get a positive diagnosis, but respond remarkably on the diet, so medical diagnosis was inaccurate.) Celiac Disease is so common and the severity and variety of ways it effects those knowingly and unknowingly are astonishing.
Kudos to Alexis for this wonderful idea that will positively impact so many people with CD, food allergies, and/or intolerances!!!
Posted by: Felicia Espineta | February 2nd, 2008 at 12:10 am
Having a daughter and granddaughter with celiac disease makes eating out so challenging. It gets boring having so few special recipes from which to prepare meals. This magazine for food intolerance and allergy issues would be nothing short of a godsend! This would be such a gift to so many people.
Posted by: Alta Faye Fenton | February 2nd, 2008 at 12:15 am
Ok. Food allergies is obviously a must...as I believe it all is...so my vote is for the store...one in every city, INCLUDING small ones, such as, say...Redding, ca. ALL of these ideas could be incorporated into the store so pet lovers, people with allergies, the young crowd..etc. could ALL benefit...and the new cookbooks, pet books,the new 'vintage' everything, ALL could be provided in the store...the store idea could be the step toward working toward each of these ideas! And, a bonus: what a wonderful opportunity to provide much needed jobs in so many places!!!!
Posted by: Shellie Houston | February 2nd, 2008 at 12:54 am
Dear Martha,
How about higher education? I have an idea -- but maybe it's been proposed and tossed already. In recent years there's been such a renewed interest in decorating, cooking, crafting and what we used to call Home Economics, perhaps there's enough to develop an accredited educational program or (imagine) the Martha Stewart College. With the proper development and articulation with other colleges and universities, you could utilize already existing criteria for transferable general education courses, as well as drafting, culinary arts, agriculture, nutrition, child psychology, and numerous other related electives to define particular majors in the Home Economics field. Just a thought for your new ideas file.
Posted by: Jackie Smith | February 2nd, 2008 at 12:55 am
I like Barbara's Idea of a Martha Stewart Store! I would definitely plan a vacation there just to visit and shop. I love Martha Stewart products. They are the uttmost in quality and I trust Martha's good name on anything. I think you should develop all of the seven big ideas and make them available in your store and especially on line for those of us who cannot frequent the store.
I LOVE MARTHA STEWART!!! I TIVO your show and watch it everyday!
Posted by: Lori Middleton | February 2nd, 2008 at 3:09 am
I would make a special trip to NYC just to go to a MS store.... all things Martha?? It's genius... I do think however that as time and success progress the store should grow to other big cities beginning with one on the west coast like San Francisco or LA.
Posted by: Kathryn Couch | February 2nd, 2008 at 3:56 am
Currently, the only way to research information, recipes and up-to-date information on food allergies is via the internet. There are no publications out there that deal with this growing food allergy issue. Our grandson was diagnosed with a life-threatening peanut allergy at age 2 (he is 5) and it has changed the lives of our entire family – we must check every label for peanut contents, cross contamination, etc. and we must always call the manufacturing to be certain that they have not changed their formula or manufacturing procedures. So, for example, we can’t just buy a bag of chocolate chips and make cookies, we must first read the label and call the manufacturer to be certain they are safe to use. Think about it…is the bread on the grocery store shelf safe, is the toothpaste safe, are the vitamins safe…the list goes on and on – as a food allergic family we must check every label to be certain it does not contain a life-threatening allergen! Most people do not understand the true complexity of food allergies – whether it be peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, eggs, milk and the list goes on and on. The Martha Stewart brand is well respected – what better way to get the word out there, offer food allergic people safe recipe choices, educate others about food allergies and keep us up-to-date on what is happening with food allergy research. Alexis, I applaud you for the idea of a food allergy magazine.
Posted by: Evelyn | February 2nd, 2008 at 6:20 am
Martha,
All are great ideas!
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | February 2nd, 2008 at 7:24 am
An allergy freindly magazine is a valuable resource to a growing community. I have 2 young granddaughters and both have severe food allergies. The older one only has a serious dairy allergy. The younger one has all the 8 top allergies and 16 more. Some are air-born as well as touch and ingested. Even a kiss from grampa made us give our little one a dose of Benadryl because HE had eaten dinner with whey in a food!! I think the attention that you could give the issue of food allergies would be a wonderful thing. I am always looking for ways in which to make life as normal as possible for our family - especially at holiday time. Our home and her own home are the only "SAFE" environments for her. It is such a challenge to find recipes that work for her and also taste "normal" for the rest of us. For her safety, her home AND our home is free of peanuts/tree nuts, wheat, rye, oats, dairy, and eggs. We are extremely careful with using soy margarine (never around her). A magazine devoted to allergy free cooking AND baking would be wonderful as I know of only two magazines that cover such topics and they don't deal with ALL the 8 top allergins. Thank you for listening!
Posted by: Carola Hanat | February 2nd, 2008 at 7:36 am
Martha,
As a parent with a child with Celiac disease, not a minute of my day is spent without thinking about how to plan for my daughters day. From morning til night, B,L,D, snacks, and birthday parties, special occasions,holidays, health and beauty aides, are constantly on my mind. Always looking for that quick, nutritious meal that will help with a family on the go- I'll never turn away a good, researched, form of recipes, meals, and ideas.. This would mean SO MUCH to the Celiac community and others afflicted with Gluten intolerance.
Many thanks! Karen
Posted by: Karen | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:03 am
I don't have any food allergies but I'm changing my vote to Alexis' idea for a food allergy publication. I think everyone should be able to enjoy good food and I would trust Martha and company to come up with safe recipes so people can eat safely. They shouldn't have to call manufacturers to find out if recipes were changed and now might include something they are allergic to!
I think MSLO can bring about big changes with a magazine like that. Remember how difficult it used to be to find parchment paper in the stores or crème fraiche until Martha spoke? I think that's the kind of impact this magazine will also have on the industry; safer products will become more readily available and people will eventually be able to trust brands not to change their ingredients. JMO. Trish
Posted by: Trish | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:53 am
I too would like to see more info on Celiac Disease for us with severe food allergies. I have live w/this for more than 18+ yrs and it's so inportant to follow the diet. With that being said a wheat and gluten free magazine would be great!!! Thanks Martha for all your GREAT IDEAS! Melissa from Cincinnati, OH
Posted by: Melissa | February 2nd, 2008 at 9:04 am
I think having information available about Gluten free recipes is a great idea. I was diagnosed with Celiac almost 2 years ago. I would love to have a magazine that would provide easy to fix meals that my family could enjoy.
Posted by: Claire Hudson | February 2nd, 2008 at 9:19 am
I miss the catalog so much that a store would be my favorite of the ideas. It would make finding quality things so much easier.
Posted by: Grace | February 2nd, 2008 at 10:10 am
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
I have Celiac Disease, and multiple food allergies. Wheat,milk,yeast,corn.Of course;gluten.
I am so excited about this idea for a food allergy section to Martha Stewart!! It is one that is long overdue!!
Alexis rules!!
Posted by: Sabrina Youngwolfe | February 2nd, 2008 at 10:32 am
I would love to see a magazine devoted to cooking for food allergies. I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in 1979. I've learned a lot about GF cooking since then but just finding the truthful ingredients label is frustrating. Joan
Posted by: Joan Williams | February 2nd, 2008 at 10:37 am
I think that have a new magazine for celiac disease would be amazing. I was diagnosed 4 years ago and I hold 2 three seminars a year on the disease and there is just not enough knowledge and awareness out there. I believe that the magazine would sell like crazy because there are so many people out there with celiac disease that are just looking to not be isolated from everyone anymore. It really is a big lifestyle change and to have a magazine that supports the change and helps would be beneficial to all. Thank you.
Posted by: Ryan Van Buren | February 2nd, 2008 at 10:38 am
I vote for Alexis' mag.--or a mag. that also includes gluten-free recipes. That would be terrific! Thanks for being open to new ideas.
Posted by: Susan | February 2nd, 2008 at 10:48 am
Please create a food alergy mag!!! I am dating a wonderful man who has a son who has alergies to tree nuts! I have never had to deal with this and could always use a helping hand!
Posted by: Kristy Apperson | February 2nd, 2008 at 11:05 am
Hi Martha,
I am thrilled about the idea of an allergy friendly magazine. As you may know allergies are on the rise and many parents are forced to be creative in making allergy friendly meals that taste great. I know if Martha and allergies were joined, we would have amazing choices for our families.
My daughter is 6 and anaphalaxic to nuts and peanuts. We are also a family with gluten and dairy intolerances. This magazine would sure bring the joy back into cooking.
Thank you,
Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | February 2nd, 2008 at 11:15 am
PLEASE! PLEASE! A STORE!!!
(It could address the gluten free, pets, etc. at the store!!)
Posted by: Turkey Hill | February 2nd, 2008 at 11:25 am
I was EXCITED to hear about a magazine (your Magazine) with gluten free ideas.Both my boys are Celiacs and I welcome ANYTHING that would improve their lifestyles..Thank you
Posted by: Debi Lutwack | February 2nd, 2008 at 12:27 pm
I am currently a nursery school teacher here in New York, and we do a good amount of baking with the kids, and I just feel awful when we bake and one student Joey who is three can't eat any of it, because he is gluten free. If I could read up on articles from this new idea magazine that would be great. Why not test these recipes with my class they would love to meet you and bake yummy foods that joey could eat
Posted by: Morah | February 2nd, 2008 at 1:20 pm
Hi Martha,
A magazine focusing on food allergies would be INCREDIBLE. As the mother of a 6 year old son with anaphalyxis to peanuts, tree nuts and kiwi I am always looking for new interesting, FUN recipes to try. Also, it would be great if copies of these magazines could be sent to schools, pediatrician offices, etc. for other parents to read and get educated on the seriousness of the situation. I struggle daily to educate and inform the parents of my son's classmates on what can or cannot be brought into the classroom and why. This would shed national light on it! Thanks so much for considering this type of magazine!
Laura
Posted by: laura | February 2nd, 2008 at 1:34 pm
The publication for food allergies would be just an incredible gift for us. We love food, however food has almost become the "enemy" our son (4 year old, CDO)is truly allergic to so very many foods. That group and school and family gatherings are just plain torture because of how much attention is given to delicious food. So to have a publication addressing alternatives and recipes and attention to a growing problem would just be a wish come true. Thank you for making it an option for your readers / fans to vote on. Can't wait to see the winning project!
Posted by: leti@napanet.net. | February 2nd, 2008 at 2:15 pm
Martha et al;
My vote is for Alexis' Food Allergy magazine.
1. Ceilac disease is under-diagnosed in the US by a factor of 10. Most celiacs have been symptomatic and seeking medical assistance for 5 - 10 years before they are diagnosed. The awareness of the general population to ALL food sensitivities is important.
2. The cooking and home improvement channels are widely popular, but they rarely if ever address food sensitivities. These well-known chefs could do much to raise awareness. They could demonstrate how simple (and crucial) it can be to modify favorite recipes to include their food-allergy friends/ family. You Martha and Team, could be the Leaders in incorporating food sensitivity awareness into mainstream programming. (Picture Alton or Emeril following your lead and routinely commenting - "By the way, this recipe inherently has no gluten or tree-nuts!" or "This roux ideally is made with flour, but for the gluten-intolerant, you can easily substitute such-and-such flour")
3. The Family-recipe magazine is an excellent idea that could be incorporated into the Food-allergy Magazine. eg - take the 3-generation "Sunday Sauce" recipe, print the original recipe and family story, then add how to modify it to eliminate the food allergen.
4. The magazine could serve as a resource - not only for recipes, but for general information, coping skills, resource links. As a health care professional who has CD, and a firm believer in "Celiacs helping celiacs", a magazine like this, with well-referenced articles written for the general public intermingled with the recipes, could be a fun teaching tool as well as a resource.
So - GO FOR IT!
Posted by: Monica in Colorado | February 2nd, 2008 at 2:25 pm
I have celiac disease and I think this would be a great thing to do. We need more poeple to be aware of this problem with food products.
Tish
Posted by: Tenisha Benson | February 2nd, 2008 at 2:44 pm
I pray the food allergie magazine comes to life!We have over 2,000 celiac's on myspace and many groups formed,I am trying to get the word out for my celiac friends to vote!We have no guide to help in this illness!They say 100,000 people have been diagnosed and 2 million people have it that do not know!Dr.Peter Green from Columbia University is the only hope many of us have,there are so many manisfistions,like cancer,Candida Albicans,Bone disease,many of my friends have had to have surgeries to remove parts of their digestive tracks and we need this magazine to guide us!We depend on each other,I have had this illness 17 years,I bought every book back then to teach myself and I know all celiac's would buy this magazine!There are many pet magazines out,I can't even beleive it would be listed as a choice against a medical need to know about Celiac disease,I help 2-3 new celiac's a week on myspace and the number will only grow as more doctors are educated about testing for celiac disease!I hope we can spread the word in a few short days and win a magazine that we and our families could buy,our families try to accomadate us for family gatherings,but,they also need this to understand how we have to eat!Thanks to Alexis,I think this would be the best choice,for it would help all understand and I could say,You want to cook for me,buy this magazine because the families really have no clue!Thanks!
Posted by: Jan | February 2nd, 2008 at 3:20 pm
I think we would all love a Martha Store! It just so happens that the brain-child behind the idea is an old friend from Ohio University. Martha, would you please let Barbara know that Sparky from Bromley Hall says, "A great big Bobcat Hello!" Thank you & I wish you all continued success! Spark in Annapolis
Posted by: Sparky in Annapolis, MD | February 2nd, 2008 at 3:26 pm
I think we would all love a Martha Store! It just so happens that the brain-child behind the idea is an old friend from Ohio University. Martha, would you please let Barbara know that Sparky from Bromley Hall says, "A great big Bobcat Hello!" Thank you & I wish you all continued success! Spark in Annapolis
Posted by: Sparky in Annapolis, MD | February 2nd, 2008 at 3:28 pm
Yes, yes...a food allergy publication!! My son has several severe food allergies and we struggle daily with things to make for him. I also had a hard time finding recipes when I was nursing him. There is a great need for good, easy recipes for those with food allergies and intolerances. What a great idea! If it wins, I'll be the first to sign up for it!
Posted by: Renee | February 2nd, 2008 at 3:29 pm
An allergy magazine would not only be great for all those who suffer from Celiac, but it would be a GREAT help to the thousands of families with children on the Autism spectrum who follow a gluten free casein free diet.
Posted by: Lisa | February 2nd, 2008 at 3:40 pm
Martha,
I don't like the idea of a store. I can buy your things in Macy's and K-mart. I really like the idea of the scrapbooking.
Leslie
Posted by: leslie | February 2nd, 2008 at 3:57 pm
yes yes yes...we all who were so blessed to be different need this, i have only been with celiac since 3-2006 and i still at times feel so lost and just as confused as the day i got my diag. so for me, this would be great...love it ....kimmie e.
Posted by: kim e. | February 2nd, 2008 at 4:32 pm
The hysteria on the Yahoo Groups pages is wild. The "pet" people vs the "allergy" people. All they're talking about is the Martha poll and who's ahead. I belong to both sections, but (sorry pets), I have to urge you to print a Gluten-free mag. When the day comes that one of my dogs starts reading, then I'll vote for a Pet magazine. Until then, we're talking about a major LIFESTYLE change with eating. Try explaining to your newly-diagnosed 9yr-old son why he can never have 'good' pizza/bread/cookies/pasta again. I'd rather see safe food choices for humans, than more Paris Hilton dog coats and gourmet treats. Now, if the treats were GF.............
Laurie in Albany NY
Posted by: Laurie | February 2nd, 2008 at 4:57 pm
Dear Martha,
I am a huge fan! I would absolutely love to see a Martha Stewart store! We all need more Martha in our lives and that would help so much. You are such a "Good Thing!" More, more Martha! You could call it the More, More Martha Store.
Truly yours,
Dustin White, Doniphan, MO
Posted by: dustin white | February 2nd, 2008 at 5:22 pm
I run the Las Vegas Celiac Disease Support Group and our group has grown in the last 2 years from right around 50 members to over 400. It's to the point where almost daily I am approving a new member, someone who has just been diagnosed with Celiac Disease into our free group. A lot of folks with Celiac Disease also have food allergies. There have been many, many times that I've walked through a Whole Foods market and seen someone staring at the gluten free breads looking devestated. Most people, when diagnosed with Celiac Disease are told, usually directly by their physician, to not eat wheat and try to find a support group... That's it. If a magazine with the Martha Stewart name behind it was published it would raise awareness for individuals as well as within the medical community. This magazine could help raise the level of awareness for Celiac's and those with food allergies to a new high. For a child with Celiac Disease, a peanut allergy, egg allergy, wheat allergy, etc... they are often times excluded from social events and school events because the parents with kids who are blessed with no dietary restrictions don't have a clue where to start, and even with the information parents of these kids try to provide it's still quite an ordeal of ingredient label reading and 20 questions to the parent who tried to make a "safe" snack. If someone could pick up your magazine and just say "oh yeah it's (insert allergy/intollerance here) free, I got it from Martha Stewart's magazine it would make life easier for those with food allergies or intollerances. The thought of having a gluten free publication on this level (as there are only a very few so far)has sent local and national Gluten free support groups rallying for votes from everyone they know. We are all hoping,and praying that Alexis's idea takes the cake (allergen and gluten free cake of course)...
Posted by: Jennifer S | February 2nd, 2008 at 5:26 pm
PLEASE MARTHA, we need some really
good gluten free recipes and if anyone can make gluten free taste really good it's you!!!!!!
Posted by: JONI Toronto, Canada | February 2nd, 2008 at 6:21 pm
It's nice that you are running this pole. I know we all have our causes that are important to us and would like to see a publication for it. I know pets are a popular theme these days, I have a house full myself but there are many magazines out there for pets already. My votes are for the one with food allergies and celiacs disease. I have a friend with it and it almost killed her before she was diagnosed. I hope if there is a tie or things between the two are close you will go with something a little different. There are already numerous magazines out there for all the other choices.
Posted by: Jeanne | February 2nd, 2008 at 6:42 pm
Definitely the food allergy magazine -
I have a CD rom with over 1,000,000 recipes in it. Do you know how many recipes come up when I did a search of "gluten free"?
Just FIVE recipes!!!
A food allergy magazine is greatly needed. Choice is everything, but people with food allergies do not have many choices. PLEASE do an allergy magazine!
Posted by: Jay | February 2nd, 2008 at 6:49 pm
Kudos to Alexis and her idea for a magazine that highlights food allergies. It is such a necessity for those of us on a restrictive diet. It's not as easy as one thinks and Martha's support would make eating delicious again. We're also dog lovers, but we VOTE people's well-being FIRST. Let us know when the first issue debuts, we'll subscribe:)
Posted by: Charlotte from Charlotte, NC | February 2nd, 2008 at 6:57 pm
A magazine devoted to food allergies would be an excellent idea. There are so many of us who can't eat even the most simplest foods and it's a real shame. There is even a link between food colorings, food additives, allergies and child behavior (ADD, ADHD). A magazine that would include recipes to individuals who suffer from severe food allergies is the best idea.
Posted by: Claudia Fernandez | February 2nd, 2008 at 7:11 pm
As a mom of a child with food allergies, I would love to see a magazine devoted to this. None of the other topics interest me in the least bit. Especially the pet idea-I just don't get that.
Posted by: Stephanie | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:07 pm
I think the idea of an interactive MSLO store is awesome. To have the opportunity to collaborate with others regarding baking, crafts and other "Martha" inspired endeavors is above and beyond the independent nature of purchasing in a Macy's or KMart. This might blossom into a "franchise opportunity" for a new breed of entrepreneur and a way to create a connected "brick and mortar" Martha network while leveraging technology...I could see multiple franchises linked together conducting workshops with subject matter experts all the while in their local Martha store. I would love to invest in such franchise opportunity.
Posted by: Jeanne | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:24 pm
The food allergy magazine would be a great idea! My son is almost 3 years old and he can only have goat's milk or soy milk, and he has other allergies, so, I would like to suggest not only recipes, but also sponsoring researches to find causes, and incentivate the use of organics... Let's go back to old times! And please Martha, can you sell your products in Brazil? You have so many fans here who would love to see your products on the shelves of supermarkets or department stores here... please...
Posted by: Cris | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:24 pm
Another vote for the allergy friendly magazine. It is truly a needed publiation that would certainly rise awareness while helping so many families that struggle daily with this serious health concern. I know our family would be very thankful! What a great idea Alexis!
Posted by: Ann Marie | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:27 pm
I have a number of food allergies and would welcome different ideas for varying recipes. A regular magazine is a terrific idea. Hope it will be available in Australia.
Posted by: Noela Australia | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:33 pm
Food allergy magazine. My whole family is intolerant of all things synthetic in our food. The reactions range from skin rashes and boils to severe behavioral reactions. Who knew that a preservative in a vitamin that is added to something you eat or drink could cause a reaction.
Posted by: Leslie James | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:46 pm
I must say like the many others before me that I am thrilled at the possibility of having a publication from Martha with allergy sensitive information and recipes. I was told at the age of 20 that I was allergic to wheat and eggs and have had to adapt most all of my favorite Martha recipes (and my lifestyle) to this. I would love to have something from this brand that I wouldn't have to alter! How exciting!
Posted by: Alison | February 2nd, 2008 at 8:52 pm
Because food allergies are such an issue with my daughter who has Autism, I wanted to share what I sent all my friends in an e-mail to encourage them to vote for the food allergy publication. My e-mail follows:
I'm sorry to bug you but, I need you to cast a vote online. It will only take a few seconds of your time. Martha Stewart is taking votes in a contest for the Martha Stewart Big Idea. One idea under consideration is a publication for people with food allergies like people with Celiac disease who eat gluten and casein free. My daughter, Kensington, eats gluten and casein free because of her Autism. (Gluten is the protein in many grains like wheat, barley and rye and casein is the protein in dairy. In children with Autism, these proteins act like an opiate causing the kids to "zone out", lack focus and language and, at other times, "act out" uncontrollably, even self-destructively. And, the gluten is extremely brutal on the digestive system of many children with Autism.) We have seen a tremendous improvement in Kensi's language after removing the dairy and recently began phasing out gluten from her diet. Since removing gluten, she is more calm, less violent and is able to focus for longer periods of time. But, it is an extremely difficult diet - especially for a child. Do you know how hard it is to make a dish without flour, milk, butter, cheese, or any product with the word "whey" in the ingredients taste good to a three year old!?! Almost impossible! That is a life without chocolate milk, cheese and chicken nuggets. Kids go into shock without their McDonald's chicken nuggets -- and "McDonald's" is one word Kensington says very well! Even worse, the diet means no ICE CREAM! I can't even use soy because the protein in soy mimics the protein in dairy for kids with Autism. And, this is Kensington's life (possibly forever but, at least for a while). You'd be amazed at how many foods this knocks out so, I need all the help I can get to make what I'm left with taste good. You can go to the following web site to read more about the finalists for Martha Stewart's contest and to vote:
http://blogs1.marthastewart.com/martha/?rsc=ts_Homepage_Homepage
Please vote for FOOD ALLERGY publication, not the pets publication which is in second place right now. I love my dog and cat just as much as everyone else loves theirs but, there are already pet publications on the market to meet their need. With 1 in 150 children being diagnosed with Autism, one every 20 minutes, we are under an epidemic and need Martha's help. There is no magazine-type publication that will help parents like me feed their special needs children -- and, believe me, we need the ease of a monthly or semi-monthly magazine to help us. We have a great many more things to struggle with than just the question of, "What am I going to cook for dinner tonight?".
Tell your family & friends to vote and ask them to tell others, too.
VOTE for FOOD ALLERGY publication - please!
Posted by: Rhonda Hammons | February 2nd, 2008 at 9:41 pm
My son is allergic to artificial colors, perservatives and flavors.
THEY CAUSE HIM TO HAVE ADHD SYMPTOMS. We follow the Feingold diet and are also gluten free.
An allergy magazine would be a huge help.
Thanks!
Posted by: Shirley Fadden | February 2nd, 2008 at 9:50 pm
My vote is for the allergy magazine!! I have always viewed myself as a fairly decent cook, but after my husband and infant daughter, and now my mom and sister-in-law have been diagnosed with severe food allergies, it is very frustrating to find something that everyone can eat and enjoy. I believe this would be a tremendous asset for my family.
Posted by: Amy | February 2nd, 2008 at 10:41 pm
I am voting for the food allergy idea - there are so many people out there that have allergies.
Thanks for thinking of this.
Posted by: Charity Bowers | February 2nd, 2008 at 11:52 pm
I am so excited about the food allergen publication! This is a brilliant idea! There is an entire market out there yet to be explored, 1 out of 133 people alone have Celiac Disease. I am one of them, and a big fan of Martha! We need a quality publication!!! Thank you for recognizing us and many more!
Posted by: Emily Tokarczyk | February 3rd, 2008 at 12:39 am
Martha,
I am voting daily.. you know, you're a hip chick, I think you need a pink streak in your hair like I have. food coloring is good for more than just frosting!
Jen R
http://sanctuaryarts.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Jen Rizzo Sanctuary Arts | February 3rd, 2008 at 1:02 am
What a blessing to the entire communittee of individuals who deal with food allergies. As a 3rd generation with 4th generation children with Celiac Disease we understand the lack of knowledge in the mainstreem. And many people who belong to 'gormet groups' can not and do not understand cooking with restriction. It's a 'win win' for Martha to show her real expertize, knowledge and versatility to open the door to many healthier more creative cooking options! We live in a society of convenience in which people have lost site of cooking what we call "real food". We also accomodate, corn free, yeast free, dairy free, egg free, soy free, people around us. There is a whole other world out there to explore in the kitchen and one that can save lives, even the lives of those who don't know they have an issue yet. Hands down...the food allergy/sensitivity (becuase many autoimmune diseases benefit from dietary restrictions)! The time is right!
Posted by: Lynn Shadle Gabriel | February 3rd, 2008 at 1:08 am
The high incidence of nutritional disease, especially gluten intollerance, would suggest that Alexis' idea has the most credibility.
Posted by: Fred Pharcus | February 3rd, 2008 at 1:15 am
I sincerely hope the food allergy idea will win your vote, Martha, as there is a tremendous need in this country not only for the recipes, but further information about this dramatic increase in autism and addhd being diagnosed in children. My son, who is now 41 was on ritalin until i read about Dr. Feingold's diet in Time magazine over 30 years ago. That one article inspired me to try the "clean" diet which was free of artificial ingredients. It was not a miracle "cure" but there was such improvement, that he never took ritalin again. A new magazine focusing on food allergies , sensitivities and the emphasis on using all natural ingredients in recipes could help many people.
Posted by: Norma | February 3rd, 2008 at 4:43 am
I'm now 81 and have known I have celiac since I was 55. Lots of damage. I read last year that the pediatricians in Europe were now routinely testing babies and were surprised to find how many "cranky babies" had this problem. I need help figuring how to alter recipes so I voted for this idea. Like all Martha's stuff.
Posted by: Jeanne Hurley | February 3rd, 2008 at 5:07 am
I really like the ideal of this contest and all of the ideals were well thought out and were presented so that everyone could understand them easily. What talented people you have working for you.
Posted by: bpfster | February 3rd, 2008 at 8:40 am
I'm sure I will not be looked at favorably, but based on some of the stats--
Experts estimate food allergy occurs in 6 to 8 percent of children 4 years of age or under, and in 4 percent of adults. [15, 20] Approximately 150 Americans, usually adolescents and young adults, die annually from food-induced anaphylaxis. [16]
Peanut or tree nut allergies affect approximately 0.6 percent and 0.4 percent of Americans, respectively, and cause the most severe food-induced allergic reactions. [17]
--I'm not sure there is a big enough base to justify a stand alone product. Perhaps a dedicated section in each of EF, MSL, and B&S and when you release your compilation cookbooks have a chapter dedicated to allergy sensitive cooking and baking.
My vote is for the store. Right now you have to deal with kmart, sears, macy's, etc. It would be great to take control of your retail brand, have people sell it who are thouroughly intimate with the product, and make sure that the representation of that brand/product is in keeping with your high standards (nothing like going into a retailer and seeing MS towels all unfolded and messy looking).
If a store is too complicated, please bring back martha by mail and expand the heck out of it
Posted by: tori | February 3rd, 2008 at 9:57 am
After a year of doctor's visits, where I was told I had 'some' autoimmune disease that could not be classified, I discovered I had serious allerigies to wheat gluten, cow's milk, beef, fructose and msg. I have modified most of my recipes to eliminate these foods - not an easy task. I would be your first subscriber to this new magazine. Perhaps a new section in Living might be a good way to start. Please help make our illness easier by providing good receipes. A big fan.
Posted by: Helen | February 3rd, 2008 at 10:59 am
The food allergy magazine would be wonderful. It would bring so much awareness. If someone like Martha becomes a voice for food allergies we will all have better recipes and there is hope that food manufacturers,restaurants, and laws will become more allergy friendly.
Last night I emailed every local allergy support group I could find across the United States and everywhere Martha is syndicated.
My son was diagnosed with a severe peanut allergy last October and this magazine would mean the world to us.
Posted by: Jenny | February 3rd, 2008 at 11:46 am
Dear Martha,
What a wonderful book you could write. A book filled with ideas and suggestions for people with food allergies. Making people aware of life threatening food allergies on your show makes life a little easier for for allergy sufferers. Many people just don't understand!!!
Posted by: sue leathers | February 3rd, 2008 at 11:52 am
There is not a lot of great information or ideas about how to entertain large groups of people while incorporating serious food allergies. A food allergy publication, along with great recipes and alternative non-food celebrations (especially for kids) would be a HUGE hit, not just for food-allergy families but for organizations (schools, churches, community organizations) and friends who want to be as inclusive as possible in their entertaining. I know a Martha Stewart publication would be MORE than just another bunch of recipes but provide a fresh perspective on all aspects of entertaining.
Posted by: Orissa | February 3rd, 2008 at 11:57 am
And one more thing....when this magazine goes to print, I will buy a subscription for every member of my extended family, friends, teachers...everyone my son comes in contact with. I will encourage others to do the same.
Posted by: Jenny | February 3rd, 2008 at 12:12 pm
My family has multiple food allergies and as a mom and a dietitian I struggle every day to find healthy, safe and good tasting food to feed my family. I love the idea of the live free publication. It would help my family and so many others.
Posted by: Jennifer | February 3rd, 2008 at 12:18 pm
Hi, I'm a mom of 3 kids that are sensative to artificiel ingredients that we find in so many food today. (We are on the Feingold program and are doing great)I would love to read a magazine that adress food allergies with every day recipes and easy way to deal with this new reality.
Posted by: Julie | February 3rd, 2008 at 12:22 pm
I am so happy to hear you are considering a cookbook for those with food allergies. Our school of around 600 children has around 12 kids in it with known food allergies. This impacts not only the families with allergic members- but the whole community! When there are birthday parties and other celebrations the mom's want to keep all of the kids safe and able to share the same treats. I have many phone calls for advice on what can be made so that my son can join in and eat with the others at parties. I know many friends who would be interested in the publication for that reason, even though their own children may not have an allergy! Thank you again and we will be anxiously awaiting this publication!!!!
Posted by: Jeanne | February 3rd, 2008 at 12:36 pm
I do hope that the food allergy magazine comes to fruition. I have a grandson with allergies to nuts, wheat and dairy since he was born. He is now 2 and still having a difficult time. It would be nice to have some form of reference to go to with tested recipes and maybe tweeking slighty to suit your allergy needs. The segment with Divvies was wonderful! I passed it on to his mom for a great birthday cake recipe, with a few alterations. They can't use vegetable oil either.
Posted by: Kathy | February 3rd, 2008 at 12:47 pm
I am a teen with celiac disease (gluten intolerance). I think a collection of allergy-free recipes would be great! I know a lot of other people who would like this idea.
Posted by: Emily | February 3rd, 2008 at 12:48 pm
I am all for a food allergy magazine which features gluten free recipes. Four of the five people in our household have this disease which can be quite debilitating. People often ask why we arrive late to parties or don't participate in events. The answer could be laid out in this magazine. If my youngest even inhales glutenous flour (such at school baking exhibitions) she immediately starts to have a meltdown and breaks out in severe skin rashes. Also, our biggest fear is to be in a hospital setting. Hospitals could be a great place to market this magazine and would help staff recognize what foods are appropriate or not. Drugs as well need to be addressed as most doctors and hospital staff don't even know what excipients could trigger an anaphylactic response. This issue does effect everyone because food allergies and Celiac disease can cause everything from autoimmune diseases to cancer and the spread of infectious disease due to a compromised immune system. Another aside is that wouldn't it be wonderful if a certain percent of the proceeds from this magazine could go to Columbia Presbyterian Celiac Center for research and research programs for food allergies as well.
Posted by: M.E. Nelson | February 3rd, 2008 at 1:03 pm
I like the idea about the Martha Stewart store and I like the Martha Stewart Employee Cookbook.
Please keep up the work of excellence. On one store you had instances of using vulgar language. I hope that you do not continue in that mode. Speech should be beautiful just like the things which you create.
Posted by: Charlene Kelley | February 3rd, 2008 at 1:53 pm
I vote for the food allergy edition. I have relatives and co-workers that I would love to cook for, if only I knew what to prepare........
Great Idea!
Posted by: Gloria | February 3rd, 2008 at 3:49 pm
Martha,
Just go to sleep for your 4 hours and know that, when you awaken, you will know what to do. It's so selfish for me to want a store when others are suffering from food allergies, which have increased, at least, in awareness, over the years.
Posted by: Katherine Meade | February 3rd, 2008 at 4:17 pm
I was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease and since, every time I've mentioned it, every other person has volunteered that either they or someone they know has it or is gluten intolerant. I don't know how to vote here, but mine is for an allergy magazine. Thanks.
Posted by: Lyza | February 3rd, 2008 at 4:23 pm
We need all the help we can get to prevent children from eating foods to which they are allergic. Do something.
Posted by: Fred Shapiro | February 3rd, 2008 at 4:23 pm
Celiacs runs in our family. And when we learned about it we wasted so much money trying to cook! In fact, it is still trial and error as there is no good source to learn about recipes...that WORK.
We also have a ton of secondary allergies because this was undiagnosed for so many years.
Sorry to say, I have not been a fan Martha...but I will be if you run a useful Magazine to help out on Gluten Free/allergy free cooking.
Posted by: Carolyn | February 3rd, 2008 at 4:45 pm
I'm the mom of 4. My 6 year old daughter has multiple food allergies, some of which are life threatening. I personally know how helpful this type of publication would be, especially to families just learning about an allergy or multiple allergies.
I've been making many allergy free recipes for her for 5 years now and at first thought it would be impossible to figure this out, but we have done very well and she loves my recipes! I'm thrilled at all the new allergy-friendly products that have been popping up everywhere recently. A publication related to this growing problem would be a fantastic idea. We have some great recipes to share!
Amy Radomski
mom to 4 - including one with allergy to egg, peanut, tree-nut, white potato, wheat, legumes, watermelon, canteloupe & strawberry
Posted by: Amy Radomski | February 3rd, 2008 at 5:06 pm
my daughter works long and lovingly to keep her family healthy while honoring the special food needs of her husband (luctose intolerant) and young son (gluten free diet)
Posted by: jane Doherty | February 3rd, 2008 at 5:52 pm
I wish I knew which one you voted for, Martha.
<3,
your fan
Posted by: Bethie | February 3rd, 2008 at 6:11 pm
A magazine devoted to allergies/ gluten free etc is a must! Please make it an International publication! There are many gluten free'ers who are Matha devotee's but please don't frustrate us even more by using products available ONLY in the US! I'll be ordering a subscription ASAP!
Posted by: Redness | February 3rd, 2008 at 7:31 pm
I voted for the allergy, food intolerance, sensitivities and simmilar!!! Go ahead Martha, do for food lovers what food network has failed to do!!
Celiac, Gluten Free, Casein free, peanut allergy, egg allergy, no TBHQ, BHA, and BHT, no artificial nothing..... the list can go forever and so can the articles, ideas, tips and others.
Not only how to be a gourmet without all those things, but create awereness among those who do not suffer from any allergy or sensitivity!!! (Those who have not idea of waht celiac, gluten, casein, TBHQ and others mean, will also benefit from it)
Posted by: Ana | February 3rd, 2008 at 7:47 pm
I love the idea of a publication focusing on food sensitivities. My daughter and I have Celiac disease. Yes, it is a family affair. And previous comments here have done a great job to educate everyone.
Such a publication, especially with Martha behind it, could be life changing for millions. From sharing our best Gluten-Free recipes; many of us have learned to be great GF cooks, to raising awareness of those who might read an article and say: "Could this be me?"
Deb W.
Posted by: Deb W. | February 3rd, 2008 at 8:23 pm
Great idea to empower your staff. More companies need to do this!
Posted by: Kandy Maharas | February 3rd, 2008 at 9:01 pm
Hi Martha,
I really NEED an Allery magazine. My 18 month old son is allergic to Dairy, Eggs, Wheat, Soy, Oats and Peanuts. This magazine would be so helpful to me and I hope it would bring awareness to other people who don't understand food allergies. It would mean so much to us.
Posted by: Jeanette Wittman | February 3rd, 2008 at 10:07 pm
A magazine about food allergies with recipes would be WONDERFUL!!!
Posted by: Angela | February 3rd, 2008 at 11:01 pm
Although my family doesn't have food allergies, we know several families who do. These friends of mine are so frustrated when we have backyard gatherings or dinner parties. They feel awkward asking to review the menu or feel bad about bringing their own food - but they must for the safety of their children. As a caring friend, I would be appreciative if you offered my girlfriends something that would result in tasty meals that we could ALL enjoy. On behalf of my young friend, Mallory, as well as her mother, thanks for your consideration!
Sincerely,
A Marthawannabe
PS - I would also be a subscriber so that I could actually invite them to dinner, do the cooking and have these friends arrive without toting their own "pic-nic" meal. What a novel idea!
Posted by: Shelly | February 3rd, 2008 at 11:47 pm
I have an 18 month old son allergic to eggs and chicken. I am always modifying recipes to fit our family's needs. It would be great to have a publication that discussed issues related to the millions of food allergies out there. Thank you Alexis for your brilliant idea!
Posted by: Robin | February 3rd, 2008 at 11:52 pm
Hello Martha and wonderful staff! I stayed up too late last night writing a long letter about some resources for your consideration to consider using on future television shows regardless of the outcome of the "great Idea" contest. Because I am only now learning how to use a computer and forge the adventure of the internet, I lost everything I wrote. I will try to sum up more quickly again my favorite gluten-free companies that you all maywish to investigate.
1.The Gluten-free Pantry; the very BEST mixes for cakes,brownies,cookies, and best of all, a gluten-free flour that can be substituted for traditional flour making for easy substitutions in recipes.
2.Trader Joe's; I first discovered them when I was an art student living in Los Angeles in1982-85 before I was diagnosed with celiac sprue. I'm delighted that they have expanded to around 2 or more hundred stores (NOT franchised) and now have several gluten-free items such as the MOST incredible G.F. granola!..(the first decent one I had tried since 1995.) This is not just a store; it's a warm and wonderful experience. Check out their website for more info.
3.Pamela's Products Inc.; the TASTIEST cookies Iv'e ever indulged in.This company is out of San Francisco.
4.Kinnickkinnick; frozen packaged delicious breads (especially Italian white; best done in microwave for 10 secs), doughnuts and other delicious goodies. This company is out of Canada.
5.Van's; So yummy Blueberry and other flavored as well as plain waffles; Gluten, dairy, egg-free, and vegan.
6.Amy's; Melt-in-your-mouth mac and cheese.(Frozen section.) This is better than any mac and cheese I had tasted before my celiac diagnosis.
7.Bionaturae; I have tried many different gluten-free pastas and none come out with the taste and texture so close to "real" pastas as these. (All types.) Unfortunately for people who cannot have soy, this DOES contain soy.
There are MANY different gluten-free options out there, but in my opinion, these are some of the BEST. Hope these resources may be helpful for future shows and/or publications...you have all opened a "pandora's box" by now, a dream come true for many of us. Thank you again Alexis, and I wish all of you many successes at Martha Stewart Living! Sincerely, Lizzie Snow
P>S> What happened to Marc Marrone? I used to enjoy him So much!
Posted by: Lizzie Snow | February 4th, 2008 at 1:03 am
My web site is to help people with gluten sensitivity with many options
Posted by: Jody | February 4th, 2008 at 1:14 am
I have always loved the idea of you having your own stores. I don't think your stores would have to be all your products, they could be things you find useful and interesting and just something you would have in your own home or give as a gift.
However, the fact that you have products in so many stores, saves you from having to pay rents or buy real estate. But wow, would it be one of my favorite stores.
Love ya.
Oh, one more thing. Remember that guy on Martha Stewart Living who had the white feather tree and he covered it with those awesome vintage ornaments? I would love to see you reproduce similar looking vintage ornaments in old fashioned looking boxes.
And also...sorry....lol..too many ideas..
I noticed you use Restaurant plates on your shows, I am assuming it is Buffalo ware? I would like to see heavier dishes produced by you that are similar to that brand. Dishes and bowls with a heavier rim. Off white and maybe brown egg shell.
Ok that's all. Great job as always.
Posted by: Mike | February 4th, 2008 at 4:40 am
I have always loved to bake and have often been inspired by Martha. I am also the mother of one child with life threatening food allergies (dairy, egg, soy, wheat, peanut, tree nut...) and another child recently diagnosed with a serious condition that prevents her from eating many 'allergic' foods (Eosinophilic Esophagitis). Recently I was diagnosed with Celiac. It has very been difficult baking and cooking for for my two youngest children but now it is even more of a challenge to prepare foods for our family of six. You can imagine my excitement over the prospect of having a magazine devoted to families like ours! What a GREAT IDEA!!!
Posted by: Linda | February 4th, 2008 at 8:25 am
I am so excited about a food allergy magazine. I hope this wins! My family has many allergies, some of the foods available are not the most appeasing. I know if Martha Stewart has a hand in it, it will be terrific! Thanks Martha for allowing your fans our input. Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Sue from Spruce Pine, NC | February 4th, 2008 at 8:57 am
I love the idea of a Gluten Free magazine! I am 44 and was diagnosed with Celiac 2 years ago (after being very sick for over 5 years). Any tips and ideas on where to order great tasting Gluten Free products is charished to us who have Celiac. Our choices are very limited! I live in VA and I found a place in New York that has the best tasting GF bread (which is unheard of)... that is mailed fresh to you overnight. [www.everbodyeats.com] To have knowledge of more places like this would be great! I know more and more of us that have Celiac are not happy with choices to purchase our products locally so we are anxously searching the internet for new things to try
Brenda Ike
Posted by: Brenda Ike | February 4th, 2008 at 9:21 am
Good Morning,
I am an Albany area viewer and today, Monday, Feb. 4, the Pre-Super Bowl show is being aired. Your shows have been a day off for months. Although I can certainly handle this intellectually, emotionally I'd like to have this adjusted by Valentine's Day.
Posted by: Paula Nuss | February 4th, 2008 at 9:39 am
I vote for Alexis' mag.--we have two celiacs in our family too. We would enjoy a mainstream magazine that also includes gluten-free recipes. That would be more than awesome! Thanks for being so open to new ideas.
Posted by: Mark from Woodinville, WA | February 4th, 2008 at 9:44 am
It is somewhat selfish of me as I suffer from Celiac disease, but I would love to see the publication of the food alergies cookbook w/ Martha's name of it. Sandra
Posted by: Sandra | February 4th, 2008 at 9:55 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Our grandson has a tree nut allergy. We must be very careful about everything that we feed him when he visits us. Anything that you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Posted by: Yvonne & Bill | February 4th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Hi Martha,
We really need a food allergy magazine, my Grandson is deathly allergic to peanuts and people need to be aware of the dangers of it. It is a matter of life and death!!
Posted by: Cheryl Thennisch | February 4th, 2008 at 10:23 am
I would LOVE an food allergy mag. As a mother of 2 kids with food allergies - and dealing with the in general toddler pickyness- I could use some fresh ideas!!!
My 2 kids are dairy free, soy free, egg free and peanut free... and one will possibly be wheat free soon following upcoming endoscopy.
Posted by: Kristin | February 4th, 2008 at 10:49 am
I would personally be so truly thankful for a quality food publication that deals with food allergies! I have had to reinvent all my recipes after my son was born severely allergic to eggs and dairy. According to his doctor, he will not be outgrowing this anytime soon. Relearning recipes has taken me back to the kitchen (good). Needing to eliminate certain ingredients has led me to cancel all my cooking / recipe subscriptions (bad).
Oh, please... if only you would!
- Very hopeful 'foody' mom of equally hopeful 'allergy' kid!!!
Posted by: Darcy Rathjen | February 4th, 2008 at 11:07 am
Oh please please! Your backing to something like this would open the world for people with food allergies. I am a celiac and so many people have allergies. This problem is growing. Please look at http://www.celiac.com to find out more too.
Martha, please consider this!
Posted by: Eileen Simpson | February 4th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
Congrats, Alexis! The food allergy magazine is a GREAT idea and I appreciate the awareness your suggestion has generated already! Finally, these voices have an outlet! Where else can ideas be shared for tasty, gluten-free alternatives resulting in improved quality of life? Good luck so the dialog can continue!
All the Best!
Dawn
Posted by: Dawn M. | February 4th, 2008 at 12:31 pm
I am always looking for new recepies for my son who is allergic to dairy, eggs, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, beef, seafood, legumes, potato's etc. Whatever you can do would be great!
Posted by: Donna DeMaio | February 4th, 2008 at 12:35 pm
You have finally hit on a subject that the greatest chefs in New york have been supporting for many years now. Daniel Boulud, David Bouley, Thomas Keller, Mario Butali, Alex von Bidder, Danny Meyer have all joined Food Allergy Initiative to educate other chefs and make eating out with food allergies possible. It would be to Martha Stewarts credit to join forces with these great chefs.
The idea of a food allergy magazine is long over due. I know that there exists a magazine for people with Celiacs Disease. But not one for those who cannot cook creatively because of life threatening allergies to nuts, shellfish ... the FDA's Seven most common allergens.
Posted by: Lyn | February 4th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
Martha I have always been a great fan of yours and love everything Martha Stewart until I got Celiac Disease some 7 years ago. I am now 64 and no longer enjoy making cookies from your cat and butterfly cookie cutters. They were favorites of my grandchildren. It would be totally awesome if you would create a book for all of us with Celiac Disease, and come up with a line of flours and icing mixes just for us food allergen people.
Posted by: Mary Donohue | February 4th, 2008 at 12:37 pm
Dear Martha: Thanks for bringing this to the attention of the public in the USA. After many years in corporate life, we moved from the States to France (the Dordogne) to open a boutique full board hotel for celiacs and those with special diet needs. Europe, especially the U.K. and Ireland, have huge awareness of this issue and packaged foods are well marked for allergens. Thanks for bringing this to the attention of your readers and we hope a magazine materializes as a result.
Kevin Saunders (Chateau de Villars)
Posted by: Chateau de Villars | February 4th, 2008 at 12:44 pm
Food sensitivities are a really hot topic--and it would be so timely to launch a new magazine around this. This is a huge lifestyle/health issue, and is far more substantive than the fluffier suggestions on your ballot.
Whenever I pick up a copy of Martha Stewart Living, I am attracted to the recipes and food information--but it is almost all off limits to me as a person with celiac disease.
Go food sensitivities!
Chris
Posted by: Chris Gralapp | February 4th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Dear Martha,
I am so excited about the possiblity of having magazine of your quality to help those of us with celiac's disease! I have worked so long and hard trying to convert your recipes; I have ruined so many beautiful dishes, but have had some pretty good successes. If we had someone with the resources to experiment and 'get it right', the the rest of us will be able to stop wasting all those expensive ingredients. Face it, having Celiac's or any food allergy can get pretty expensive at the grocery counter. Having this magazine would mean more than you know and I want to sign up for the first subscription!
Pammie Sterling, RN BSN Retired
Posted by: Pammie Sterling | February 4th, 2008 at 12:59 pm
Martha,
Please place much consideration into Alexis's thoughts for a food
allergy focused magazine!!! I am
the mother to a 7 yr. old w/ multiple severe food allergies. Your company focus into allergies would help SO many families. The rise of allergies is scary and the more we do to eduacate people and raise awareness will greatly impact many families!!!!
Posted by: cara rogers | February 4th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Martha,
I have been watching the comments about "THE BIG IDEA" CONTEST and even though my family does not have food allergies I think this would be the best of "THE BIG IDEA". It just seems that the people with these allergies have very few resources to go to without reading an entire book.
Posted by: Christine Tayman | February 4th, 2008 at 1:13 pm
A publication on food allergies would of great help to many people and families and could include gluten intolerance, which is also an important problem but more people are troubled with food allergies. Some are life threatening. Many children also suffer from food allergies.
Posted by: Lanny Rubin | February 4th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
Love the contest idea and especially the allergy and intolerance submission. I am a long time fan of yours and delighted to see that a gluten free magazine could be considered.
When I was diagnosed over 20 years ago it was so difficult to
enjoy your food, but awareness has made Celiac Disease easier to diagnose.
Posted by: Patsy | February 4th, 2008 at 1:37 pm
I love the food allergy Magazine! YES please!! I live with Celiac & I jut wanted Alexis to note that one ingredient which contains gluten was missing in her presentation. Malt. So it's wheat, barley, rye & Malt (with Oats being suspect but unconfirmed....proceed with caution). I get all of my Information from The Celiac Disease Center @ Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. Cynthia Beckman is a source of invaluable information as is Anne Roland Lee the Nutritionist on staff & of course, Dr. Peter Green. His book saved my life. I hope this wins!!
Posted by: Laura Marino-Baxter | February 4th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
New information on gluten free food is always welcome.
Posted by: Fran Johnson | February 4th, 2008 at 2:01 pm
Making Gluten-free living mainstream would benefit so many people. There's no one like Martha Stewart to make gluten-free cooking and baking chic! The possibility of a magazine dedicated to allergies and sensitivities is the best news I've heard in a long time!!
Posted by: Cindy Hoffman | February 4th, 2008 at 2:02 pm
My daughter and I have been Gluten Free for 4 years and would love to see Gluten free tips and cooking be the chosen show.
Thanks
Posted by: Kim Zaccone | February 4th, 2008 at 2:17 pm
I have been a registered licensed dietitian for over 30 years, and have noticed the incidence of food intolerance increasing enormously. I am not sure if they are full food allergies (at least not yet), but they are definitely food intolerances: milk, wheat, soy, nuts, preservatives (dyes) especially. There is alot more diagnosed wheat and gluten sensitivities. People just need to be more of the symptoms to make sure they get tested. Many times the symptoms go unrecognized and therefore missed or misdiagnosed, which is sad, because by elimination the symptoms can disappear!
Posted by: Sue Parks R.D.,C.S.S.D.,L.D.,C.L.C.,C.P.T. | February 4th, 2008 at 2:23 pm
greatidea
Posted by: Sue Parks R.D.,C.S.S.D.,L.D.,C.L.C.,C.P.T. | February 4th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
I have been diagnosed with Celiac 3 years ago and I am really struggling with the Gluten-free diet. This disease changes people lives so any help with a Gluten-Free magazine would help many!
Great idea!
Posted by: Samantha Scheet | February 4th, 2008 at 2:27 pm
Please!!!!! the Food allergy idea is the one that is so needed. So many food allergies are being diagnosed in this day and age. This would help those of us (of which there are many) in so many ways. And with the incredible job that Martha and staff do we know the information would be current and reputable. I am a biospy diagnosed Celiac and it is a life long battle to combat this disease. Thanks Karen
Posted by: Karen | February 4th, 2008 at 2:44 pm
I think a great show idea would be "Tea Time with Martha" Tea is so hot right now with all the neat flavors and all of the health benefits. I would love to see her have a tea party on her show and who else to teach us a proper tea but Martha her self! http://www.thenecessiteas.com
Posted by: Linsey Manning | February 4th, 2008 at 3:48 pm
As a staff member of a non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of those with a developmental disability, I can honestly state that the publication for families with allergies is not only needed but necessary! Many of our families dealing with Autism follow a GFCF diet. From a parent and personal perspective, my youngest suffers from several allergies, but most severely, Milk and Strawberries. In almost every social (food) situation we have encountered, we find someone who is either a fellow sufferer or who knows a relative who suffers from a food allergy. Not only would I buy this magazine for myself, but I would send gift subscriptions to my son's teachers, daycare provider, grandma's and aunts... everyone who has any daily contact with my son. It would give them pratical ideas for being able to deal with his allergies even when it is just for an overnight visit to Grandma's house. Way to go Martha!! Super, super idea.
Posted by: JL Longtin | February 4th, 2008 at 3:55 pm
Martha!
what you don't realize, is that all 7 finalists are the winners. Don't pick just one, use them all. A Martha Stewart store?? AMAZING! A publication for Pet owners and lovers? DUH! Online scrapbooking: genius! That's my 2 cents.. Love, MM
Posted by: Matt Moss | February 4th, 2008 at 4:53 pm
I love the pet magazine idea. There is nothing out there like it. We really need one. A magazine like that will appeal to all people of all ages. Please Martha put out a pet magazine, it is a great idea, the best of the best!
Posted by: Melissa Castro | February 4th, 2008 at 4:57 pm
I am really surprised to not see more votes for the e-scrapbook. I am a new mom of twins and I think it is a fabulous idea! I am a huge Martha Stewart fan and I would die to have scrapbooking online. It would make it so much easier to keep my photos of Aiden and Sienna organized in a beautiful fashion. Seeing as they are 4 months old, it's pretty hard to get out the scissors and paper to paste in photos. I really hope to see a MarthaStewart.com e-scrapbook soon!!
Posted by: Nickie | February 4th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
Celiac Disease! Now that I have mine under control, most of my other allergies are better, too. A leaky gut -- CD -- causes very serious health problems, as others have stated. Some will improve, others (like hearing loss from living on Pepto Bismol) will not. You'd be doing a major service to focus on celiac and gluten intolerance. Please!
Posted by: Michele | February 4th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
MARTHA...I LOVE YOUR IDEA OF ENCOURAGING YOUR STAFF TO "THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX" I LOOK FORWARD TO THE WINNER...YOU SHOULD HAVE THE TOP TWO AS WINNERS. WHAT IS THE PRIZE??
Posted by: celeste mycoskie | February 4th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
Vote for allergies.
Posted by: Paula Kochanek | February 4th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
Please give us Alexis' idea: all of us coping with food allergies will be very, very grateful!
Posted by: Wendy | February 4th, 2008 at 5:54 pm
Hello Martha,
I tried your Classic Tomato Soup from Costco this evening. It was just terrific. I can't wait to try the other selections. Will you introduce other offerings with Costco?
What a wonderful partnership!!!
Posted by: Garland | February 4th, 2008 at 6:36 pm
My vote is in! I was diagnosed with Celiac a year ago and think it would be wonderful if the Martha Stewart brand would foster understanding of Celiac and other food intollerances. Good gluten-free recipies would be a wonderful bonus too!
Posted by: Jude | February 4th, 2008 at 6:44 pm
Looks like the allergy publication is winning by a long shot and I believe it is greatly needed. I am lucky enough to not have to deal with allergies but have many friends with children with allergies which leads me to me my next comment. In the allergy magazine gear a section specifically to kids -- kid friendly food, how to adapt to a lifestyle with child with allergies (psychological needs), and here is a good one where NOT to bring kids with allergies. Land of Make Believe, an amusement park in New Jersey, cooks everything in Peanut Oil! It is clearly posted but come on let's think about that for sec . . .
Posted by: Melissa | February 4th, 2008 at 6:52 pm
Love the store idea but NY doesn't need it--- coming to a city near you-- means several years away. Those of us in other areas need the access to craft products, ideas, workshops etc. Northern Virginia has one craft store and one fabric store in a 25 mi radius. So I voted for my other love ---pets.
Posted by: joesnana | February 4th, 2008 at 7:13 pm
One of my eight great grandchildren has a gluten problem. Anything to do with food allergies would be marvelous. Thank you....
Posted by: Posted By Pop-Pop | February 4th, 2008 at 7:33 pm
Having a magazine for people with food allergies will be wonderful. Especially all of us that have Celiac Disease. It has been rough trying to work with all these gluten-free flours. Anything would help at this point.
Posted by: Breanna Gonzales | February 4th, 2008 at 8:13 pm
That would be great to do something on Allergies/food sensitivities. I would welcome the input!
Posted by: Ruth Holterman | February 4th, 2008 at 8:30 pm
I love the idea of the allergy/celiac magazine! As a mom of 3 food allergy boys, when you get the diagnosis you feel like you are re-inventing the wheel to cook for them and avoid things like wheat, milk and eggs! This would be so empowering to other moms (and grandmas) who love to cook for their families as you do. It can be a real challenge to get out of the house with young ones who are very allergic since they could touch something and have a reaction almost anywhere. The magazine is something we could read in the "safety" of our homes and apply immediately. Trust me, there is JOY in giving your child that first homemade cookie that is safe and delicious! There is also a general lack of knowledge about food allergies and with their increasing numbers it would be fabulous to help the general public understand them better. Almost everyone knows someone who is food-allergic these days! Thanks, Alexis!
Posted by: Maureen Sloth | February 4th, 2008 at 8:51 pm
YES! MARTHA PLEASE HELP! The prospect of having a publication catering to food allergies and sensitivities is the best idea by far! I have a child with life threatening food allergies and it is always a challenge to make delicious foods without eggs or any kind of nuts ( we used to have to omit milk proteins and rice as well but she outgrew those). It is also a challenge to find foods that have no cross contamination issues as well, you just don't know how difficult it is until you live with it, especially on children.
Posted by: Fran Gibson | February 4th, 2008 at 9:13 pm
Food Allergy Magazine! As a physician and a mother who deals with this topic every minute of the day, I can tell you -- people need this! Thanks for considering a magazine that will make others' lives more manageable and enjoyable! Lucy Gibney, MD (www.drlucys.com)
Posted by: Lucy Gibney, MD | February 4th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Martha!
You have 7 finalists.
They all have great idea and I would work them all in. Good Luck to all of them.
Posted by: Mary | February 4th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
Yes...yes...yes please feature Gluten Free in your next Big Idea......it needs to be promoted not just for sufferes like myself but so that public awareness is raised for all those sufferes who know not what the cause of their suffering is....Ms Martha you would be just the person to bring this to the forefront it may even help with food labelling for us and other food allergy problems.
Posted by: Helen | February 4th, 2008 at 10:07 pm
Food Allergy Magazine! Please!!!
We have tons of food allergies/sensitivities and suspect that many others we know do to, BUT it is not "mainstream" especially in the medical profession so it is hard to "convince" them.
Please help bring awareness. There are great blogs done by gluten free/dairy free cooks - my favorite is http://glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com
There is even a genetic test for the gluten sensitivity gene and celiac gene now that most don't know about. In Italy, all children are tested before starting school.
It has made such a difference in our lives now and has changed the course of our future health - preventing, hopefully, dimensia, arthritis, etc. that runs in our family!
Posted by: Kodi Stephens | February 4th, 2008 at 10:17 pm
Oh PLEASE support Alexis. My daughter and I have altered our diets dramatically because of Celiac's. I support anything getting the awareness out there to others. My mother snuck my daughter a "nibble" of cake because I was being unfair when I said no and then cried when she saw my daughter suffering afterwards. Get the word out!
Posted by: Gail | February 5th, 2008 at 12:05 am
I have a daughter who was born with food allergies.I would love to read and learn about more gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, peanut-free recipes. She is having a tough time with this and this year she will be entering Kindergarten. I'm fear for her that she will be introduced to more foods that she may react to. My oldest son and youngest daughter do not have any food allergies but they are learning to be respectful for others who have these allergies. I try to make meals that everyone can eat, but I'm worried that I'm not giving them each a balanced meal. Please help us!
Posted by: emily | February 5th, 2008 at 12:13 am
Food Allergy Magazine. Besides recipes the magazine could include
the latest in medical updates; list restaurants who now have special menus; list new products;
introduce new foods; a column where people can write in with suggestions and comments; and personal interest stories. The time is NOW for this type of Magazine.
Martha may I take this time to say how much we enjoy your show, mom who is Polish (92+ years old) just loves it and says look at Martha's hands they are the hands of a woman who works with them - knows how to cook, clean, sew, etc.
PS I just found a company who makes the best Gluten Free Polish Pierogi with potato/cheese/onion. http://www.dietspec.com
Posted by: Genia | February 5th, 2008 at 12:15 am
Recipes for people with food allergies and other dietary restrictions would be wonderful! People with special diet needs always cook for themselves and Martha's recipes are the best I've come across. They are consistently readable, cookable, and the results are so deliciously enjoyable!
Posted by: kc | February 5th, 2008 at 12:35 am
So many families are affected by food allergies! Until I had a son with a life-threatening allergy to all nuts, I had always taken for granted that wholesome foods were nourishing. Only after my then two year old almost died after eating a peanut butter filled cookie did I fully appreciate the fact that what is tasty and good for some is deadly for others. I think a magazine dedicated to the issue of food allergies would empower families like my own that struggle each day to provide safe and nutrient rich foods to their children as well as educate the greater community, including educators and family and friends of allergic children about food allergies. Please support this magazine.
Posted by: Sharon Beilinson | February 5th, 2008 at 3:49 am
I think a Martha store would be fabulous!!!
Posted by: Beth | February 5th, 2008 at 5:22 am
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE produce a magazine aimed at living with allergies. Public awareness is much needed to make our lives easier when explaining how our 2 years old daughter could die within minutes of eating a trace of treenut.... It would be wonderful to learn from parents ahead of us what is in store for us with regards to say birthday parties, restaurant visits etc.
Thanks! Heather.
Posted by: Heather | February 5th, 2008 at 6:10 am
I vote for the allergy-focused magazine. thx.
Posted by: Maria | February 5th, 2008 at 7:01 am
I think this idea is great. Being a deliac diagnosed person, without other allergies- I'd love to see some recipes that are made with dairy and eggs etc.
Thank you
Posted by: Chris Morrison | February 5th, 2008 at 8:00 am
I'm voting for the Allergy cookbook too!! Celiacs are everywhere, I've got at least 2 in my family.
Posted by: Kathy | February 5th, 2008 at 8:05 am
I voted for the publication on food allergies because I feel there is a real and growing need for a good resource with organic and un altered foods. I love the idea of a MS Retail Store. WOW! The only reason I shop @ Kmart is because of the MS line.
Posted by: Elizabeth Gallahan | February 5th, 2008 at 8:19 am
I voted for the Food Allergies I have Celiac Disease and this magazine would make my life alot easier. It would also help get awarness out there for people with ALL allergies
Posted by: Georgia | February 7th, 2008 at 7:02 am
As a mother of a child with life threatening allergies to dairy, eggs & peanuts... the idea of a publication from someone such as yourself dedicated 100% to my family's struggles with awareness, recipes, etc... I cried each and everytime i voted! As they are all fabulous ideas (I am a scrapbooker myself) I am truly hopeful for my son's cause to be the big winner!!!!! thank you for the amazing idea!
Posted by: Laura | February 7th, 2008 at 7:47 am
Food Allergy Cooking comment...I have been a Martha Stewart fan for years now. My 19 year old autistic son has many allergies to foods. I have had to learn to make some basic food items myself with much trial and error to try and keep my sons diet varied and healthy. There has been some help along the way..Yeah. If your staff were to take this task on, I'm sure the community that we are part of, would be eternally greatful and delighted.
So please, even if it is the second place winner, consider doing it anyway. You would help some many.
Thankfull your considering this.
Mad Scientist in the kitchen, Rebecca Blatz
Mom to Zachary Pinault!
Posted by: Rebecca Blatz | February 7th, 2008 at 8:18 am
As the Aunt of a nephew with peanut allergies, I would love for you to vote for this. (see below forwarded e-mails)
I was lucky enough to sit with Joey for the first 1/2 of a Giants game this year! It was great because I got to explain to him about the game and he was constantly looking for the 1st and 10 on the score board. Luckily, I explained correctly the score of a touchdown as 6, because the Giants actually missed an extra point.
But when the two men next to us came in with a big bag of peanuts, I had to move Joey and shield him from the peanut dust. The men next to me could not believe he was allergic. I could not believe they never heard of such an allergy. The poor kid was afraid to walk down the stairs because of all the peanut shells on the ground ( and when you are walking down from the upper tier row 26, it is scary enough).
We had a great day and I would not change a thing, except for the peanuts. This magazine would be great to strengthen the awareness and maybe one day we can have a game each season that is peanut free for all the kids with allergies. They should be able to see the Giants too
Posted by: Michelle | February 7th, 2008 at 8:18 am
I haven't been able to take a night off from cooking for over 14 months now due to celiac disease and it's getting quite dull. Yes, there are a few restaurants that claim to offer gluten free meals, but do I really want to gamble with my health? nope! Even eating at a family members house is taking a chance at getting sick, like the person that made sweet potatoes and didn't tell me about the flour in them, until after I had eaten them. (She thought avoiding gluten was being a vegetarian)
Most of the recipe books for gluten free foods focus on baked goods, yeah I can't live off those and they aren't so healthy. The same goes for online sites.
A magazine that focused on food allergies and offered GOOD and HEALTHY recipes for meals that are new and exciting for those that can't tolerate wheat, gluten, nuts, etc. would be so wonderful.
*keeps her fingers crossed*
Posted by: Gwendolyn | February 7th, 2008 at 8:47 am
Food Allergy Mag. all the way. There are millions of us out there and the numbers are growing. It could also feature Organic items, articles on food production (behind the scenes), reader comments, Products of the week, Kid tested foods, Skin care for people with eczema and asthma (also related to allergies)...the possibilites are endless. Please consider! Or, partner with FAAN!
Posted by: Ginger | February 7th, 2008 at 8:50 am
I vote for the allergy magazine! Our son is allergic to gluten, dairy, soy, and corn. As others have mentioned eating out is difficult- and having a magazine that helps you with additional recipes would be wonderful!
Posted by: Julie | February 7th, 2008 at 8:52 am
With a family member with an allergy to nuts, I vote for a magazine devoted to people with allergies.
Posted by: Ruth Ann | February 7th, 2008 at 9:06 am
My nephew is highly allergic to peanuts and other foods. It would be great to have more information so we can better understand and help the children have safe parties etc.
Posted by: tina | February 7th, 2008 at 9:09 am
Food Allery Magazine. It's a rising issue and discussion around safety would be beneficial!
Posted by: kris | February 7th, 2008 at 9:15 am
Baking with food allergies is real tough because you are using other grains to replicate those favorite baked goods. I am hopeful that the magazine for food allergies wins this competition. Only Martha and her staff could do such a magazine well.
Posted by: Cheryl Keeney | February 7th, 2008 at 9:21 am
I am so excited to see all the requests for the alergy mag. As one of the one out of 133 people with Celiac disease and an avid baker and party planner and a Martha wanna be like, this magazine would be a huge gift and I promise I will subscribe from day one! I am a leader of a support group and this tool and blessing would mean so much to so many and give hope to those who feel like they can no longer be part of the normal world with eating and food preperation. Thank you for all who voted for the alergy magazine and thank you to Martha and her staff for considering this.
Posted by: julie | February 7th, 2008 at 9:23 am
I am so excited that there may be a magazine with allergy free recipes! My husband and son are both allergic to milk. My son is also slightly allergic to peanuts and can only have eggs when baked in recipes. I am always altering recipes to fit the needs of our family. I have found that substituting rice milk in the place of regular milk gives most recipes the exact same taste. I have cooked for friends and they had no idea that I had cooked with rice milk or rice cheese. I will keep my fingers crossed that the allergy free recipe magazine idea wins!!!!
Posted by: Shonda | February 7th, 2008 at 9:36 am
Food allergy magazine - no doubt about it!
Posted by: Elizabeth | February 7th, 2008 at 9:51 am
I vote for the Allergin Mag. My daughter was sick for 6 years with all the signs and symptoms. Her pediatircian missed the diagnosis entirely. She was finally hospitalized and diagnosed with Celiac at age 14. Turns out, a lifetime of my digestion troubles, infertility, thyroid problems, depression, miscarraiges, etc. was gluten intolerance for me as well. My mother has it (won't admit it yet), and I see symptoms in 3 of my 5 sibs as well as a niece and nephew. This magazine would be a wonderful gift for us, to help educate my friends and family. Please choose the magazine!
Posted by: t. duganne | February 7th, 2008 at 9:56 am
I really love all the big ideas. It would be fantastic if they could all happen in the next 5 years.
But as a chef and certified baker, and also a mom of children with allergies to preservatives/dyes/salicylates I would love to see a publication on for food allergies. I have been a subscriber to MSL since the beginning, and would definitely buy that periodical. People need to realize that the life of a foodie does not end with a food allergy. Your meals can be just as elegant, just as satisfying without the items that your body does not tolerate. And if you ever need a chef from Ohio to do any consulting work for you, I am your girl!!
Posted by: Maggie Atkinson | February 7th, 2008 at 9:58 am
I VOTE FOR THE FOOD ALLERGY MAGAZINE!! I have Celiac Disease and would love any and all information that is available on Gluten Allergies. Thanks!!
Posted by: Gayle | February 7th, 2008 at 10:01 am
Please start a magazine for people with allergies. More people are suffering from allergies all the time. This will be a great support to them and perhaps also highlight their challenges for the general public.
Thanks.
Shirley
Posted by: Shirley | February 7th, 2008 at 10:15 am
Having food allergies and celiac disease is like living on Mars at times. Food is no longer something to savor and celebrate at family gatherings and restaurant events. It is impossible to go to a wedding or party or even a friends house without panic and uncertainty. Food for us is the enemy, not something to be enjoyed anymore.
It completely changes your quality of life and takes the joy and pleasure out of everyday living.
The disease needs a recognizable face, an advocate. Not only to bring awareness and help those who may not even be diagnosed yet, but also for empathy and a basic understanding in the world for those who have have to live in this misfit world. If anyone can accomplish this, it is Martha Stewart.
Posted by: Anne Heilmann | February 7th, 2008 at 10:16 am
Please put my vote in for the food allergy magazine!! And make it available in Canada. I have only ever found one publication that deals with food alergies and it isn't available in Canada. I have Celiac Disease and would love a publication with news and recipes that have been tested that are gluten free. I love the Martha publications and will continue to use them for references in my baking and cooking.
Posted by: Donna Evans | February 7th, 2008 at 10:18 am
I was asked by my daughter-in-law to vote for the magazine contest. I think that maybe I am too late as she said that the last date to vote was today. However, PLEASE pick the allergy magazine. My grandaughter has Celliac's disease and this would be so wonderful for them and also many other people with food allergys. So, please add my vote to the allergy magazine. Thank you.
Posted by: Karen | February 7th, 2008 at 10:19 am
FOOD ALLERGY MAGAZINE - PLEASE! I have a 3 1/2 year old son with ee (eosinophilic esophagitis). He is allergic to almost everything! Just to name a few he is allergic to milk, eggs, beef, chicken, pork, peanuts, soy, oat, apple etc. The question is, "What can he eat?". We must trial every food and then he has to have an upper endoscopy with biopsies to see if he passed. I also have a 17-month old daughter with just a severe peanut allergy. HELP and AWARENESS is needed! Thank you.
Posted by: Christina Fasolo | February 7th, 2008 at 10:24 am
I voted everyday for the food allergies! My daughter deals with this everyday. I would love to see something published with ideas for school lunches and snacks! We have learned to cook avoiding her allergens, but to be able to try some new things would be great! I hope this wins!
Posted by: Dani | February 7th, 2008 at 10:25 am
I LOVE Irina's idea of a home goods line for the twenty-something set. I love hitting up thrift stores and vintage shops, but it's nearly impossible to find new home items geared for younger people that are affordable, well-made and, well, classy. I would be really excited to see a home line in the mid-century/retro/eames style.
Posted by: Molly | February 7th, 2008 at 10:32 am
I voted for Food Allergies and Food Diseases the closes to my heart is celiac's disease due to a good friend because of him I tailor allot of my dishes for those afflicted by this disease so that they can enjoy a night out. I feel that in the industry (Restaurant/Hospitality) that being able to accomodate food allergies and food diseases will become the norm. I come from Hawaii I now reside in Tennessee opening a new restaurant I have become more aware of food allergies and have been called in as a consultant to larger companies to advise and help with menu planning with these allergies and food diseases in mind. Most people do not realize that they can make allot of foods if the would just understand the food products they put into thier dishes which could already be useable but just never looked and just change a little could still have thier favorite dishes and still taste just as great.
chef Dallin YOung
Posted by: Chef Dallin Young | February 7th, 2008 at 10:42 am
Thank you Martha! I can't wait to get the allergy magazine!! This will be great.
Foodallergyfaith.org
Posted by: Heather Garner | February 7th, 2008 at 11:16 am
An allergy Magazine is a much needed tool in an untapped market- there are literally millions of people with allergies or sensativities that would be helped by something like this.
Posted by: Logansmommy | February 7th, 2008 at 11:45 am
martha we live in Tennessee and until recently there was really not any acceptable place for animals to stay until now there is a place called Gray dog lodge and it has everything including indoor pool day care etc. the list goes on do you know of any other lodges such as this in the east tennessee area our babies are always up for something new thank you amy
Posted by: amy russell | February 7th, 2008 at 11:48 am
I would love to have a magazine featuring just Celiac disease. My daughter and our family deals with this everyday. It's become a way of life for us.
Posted by: Marie Lyon | February 7th, 2008 at 11:50 am
I would be thrilled to have a publication by Martha that addresses allergies. I have two daughters that have been gluten free for 5 years and another daughter allergic to milk. I have a niece allergic to peanuts and all forms of dairy as well. I would love to see this magazine take off and address the top 10 allergens. Maybe with recipes that have a sideline of modifications that you can plug in that you need. I pretty much do this already taking regular recipes and tweaking them to the dietary needs of my kids.
Posted by: Jennifer | February 7th, 2008 at 12:12 pm
Martha,
I enjoyed watching all of your staff present their ideas on your show. You are all very creative. Any of the ideas would be fun, and a good addition to MSLO. One idea, however, is truly a Big Idea because in addition to being fun and creative it would be filling a great need. Even if the Food Allergy publication does not win the vote, I would urge you to follow through with this idea anyway.
I suffer from multiple food allergies – eight foods including some meats and vegetables. That is a lot to avoid. The slightest amount of casein or fish causes anaphylaxis. It takes 24-72 painful hours for me to recover from even a “mild†reaction. It is a very serious problem for me, and for many, many people like me. Thankfully, my children do not have any food allergies yet. But, I do have friends that have children with food allergies. Everyday they worry about the dangers that their child will face. It is very frustrating and sometimes discouraging.
Preparing meals in a family with food allergies is quite a challenge. I spend a large amount of time in grocery store aisles poring over ingredient labels. I have to alter recipes and to make them safe, and go through a lot of trial and error before they “workâ€. In addition to my Benedryl and Epipen, I have to carry snacks with me, just in case I am out all day and can’t find anywhere safe to get food. I have to interrogate waiters and chefs to make sure I can eat at restaurants. Sometimes I end up sitting and drinking water or eating an apple from my purse while my friends and family dine, because the restaurant is not able to make anything for me. All of this work is just for an adult. For a child, there is even more work and worry involved because you have to plan for when your child is away from you as well.
Even with all the time and energy I put into my diet, it is pretty bland and not as healthy as I would like it to be. I need more ideas! I need more recipes! I need someone who knows about food and how to make it delicious (like you and your talented team) to help me learn to make more food that is healthy and delicious and does not have any milk. I want my family to have greater variety in their diet, but because I cannot safely prepare foods with casein or even have milk in the house my entire family suffers from a pretty boring menu. This is truly an empty niche, and your company has the skills to fill it.
In addition to having allergy-free recipes you could also include:
Updates on availability of products and restaurant choices that are allergy safe
Creative ways to handle situations like birthday parties and trick-or-treating
Ideas on how to handle eating safely on vacation
Articles on how to set up an allergy plan with your child’s school, what questions to ask your allergist, how to recognize food allergies, how to order in a restaurant, what to say to an airline when booking a flight, etc.
Educational information about allergies from medical professionals and organizations like the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (www.foodallergy.org)
I am so excited to hear that your company is considering publishing this much needed magazine. I hope that you will sincerely consider going through with the idea, even if it does not receive the highest number of votes.
Thank you
Posted by: Rene | February 7th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
With all the people being diagnosed with Celiac disease, this would be a wonderful addition to their lives. My son and grandson are gluten-free and life could be easier with your publication. GO FOR IT!
Posted by: Sandy Fischer | February 7th, 2008 at 12:26 pm
hello,
As a 59 year old..mother & grandmother and PhD student of natural health...I would like to have a magazine that really deals with what people can do for themselves as far as stress reduction...nutritional choices that are wise...stopping the "stuff train" ....what happened to the idea of self-responsibility?...let's take the time to really look at what choices we are making for all of our futures...Healthy energies out to you
Posted by: Patryce | February 7th, 2008 at 12:32 pm
I VOTE FOR THE FOOD ALLERGY MAGAZINE!! My aunt has Celiac Disease and would love any and all information that is available on Gluten Allergies. Thanks!!
Posted by: michelles | February 7th, 2008 at 12:44 pm
I would love to see the Food-Allergy friendly magazine. My husband has multiple food allergies and it is sometimes difficult to try new recipes because they aren't allergy-friendly. Since he is allergic to nuts, eggs, dyes, shellfish, and tropical fruits, I have a terrible time cooking him anything but meat and potatoes!
Posted by: Kelsey | February 7th, 2008 at 12:48 pm
Hi Martha! I have always enjoyed your show and your magazine- and now your new big book about homekeeping! I am a Celiac and my kids are gluten intolerant so this magazine would be an amazing help for that. What's really exciting is that it could spread the news about celiac disease and allergies and really help people that get sick from the food their bodies need! Thanks in advance for helping us eat better!
Posted by: Beth | February 7th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
I just had to comment on the food allergy concept. This is a great idea!! Funny, that this has come up. I recently discovered a blog that discusses this directly. You may have already been turned on to "The Gluten Free Girl" but here is the blog:
http://glutenfreegirlabout.blogspot.com/
You really should read her blog. It's amazing what she has accomplished with her diet and her life. Maybe you should have her on your show????
Posted by: Mitzi S. | February 7th, 2008 at 1:00 pm
As a mother of two children with food allergies, I would LOVE to have a magazine devoted to food allergies. It is so difficult to find good recipes that are safe for my children. It would also be nice to hear what other parents are doing to cope with their child's food allergies. I can't wait to hear the results of the vote!
Posted by: Cathy S. | February 7th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
As a celiac who is also /dairy/soy/almond/chocolate/ coffee free individual w/ a gluten/dairy/soy/raspberry/strawberry/ tomato free daughter & a huband w/ a shellfish allergy, I'm 110% for this idea! Looking forward to it. Let's increase awareness anyway we can & share ideas.
Posted by: Jeannie | February 7th, 2008 at 1:34 pm
Please do an allergy magazine. We just found out that our 3 year old son is allergic to wheat, and we have no where to turn. I love to bake and cook, and just don't know where to start. Any help would be awesome, especially from Martha Stewart!!
Posted by: Katie | February 7th, 2008 at 1:45 pm
I think it's a great idea to have a magazine devoted to people with allergies. I just found out my 2 grandsons have nut allergies. It seems like it is very common now for people to have peanut (nut) allergies, since the baby boomers grew up on PB&J.
Posted by: Linda Terry | February 7th, 2008 at 2:00 pm
Food allergies have simply exploded within the past five years. This has left so many families feeling stranded, desperate and terrified! A magazine published by someone of your status would certainly help educate many!!
Posted by: Trish RNBS | February 7th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
Here's a challenge for you Martha! Can you make allergen-free recipes that taste good? I have been doing this for 10 years for my dairy-allergic son and have slowly learned many tricks. I make dairy-free lasagna, mac 'n cheese, muffins from scratch - you name it. Let's save other ladies 10 years of sweat and labor by teaching them what so many of us have had to learn the hard way. Please take this on. In an era where fewer and fewer cook, never has the need been greater to know the basics and then how to make modifications to accomodate allergies. You can do it girl, and if you don't who else will?
Posted by: Liz Hall | February 7th, 2008 at 2:11 pm
Hi Martha! I would love to see the food allergy magazine. As the mother to a 2-year old food allergic child (milk, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs), I am her advocate and work hard to educate others to keep her safe. Increased awareness about this important health issue is critical. Many people who do not have food allergic children or know someone who has allergies often assume that we are making a big deal out of nothing. I have been told (or have been made to feel) that I/we are inconveniencing them/others if we ask them to refrain from eating peanut butter in front of our child because to her it a poison that could kill her. Devoting an entire magazine to this issue would be a positive step in educating so many people. I would like to conclude by saying, that even though food allergies are an important part of our lives now, food allergies DO NOT (nor will I allow them to) define who my daughter is as a person. Thank you again for your attention to this matter.
Posted by: Jenn, Rochester NY | February 7th, 2008 at 2:18 pm
I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in the past year. I am learning a whole new way of eating, cooking, and dining out so would welcome a magazine published by you.
Posted by: Nancy | February 7th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
My husband and I have spent our lives cooking traditional dishes from around the world for our kids and grandkids.Now we have 2vegetarians,2 celiacs,1 lactose intolerant and 1 who doesnt eat animals with cute faces! We are reducing sugar and fat in our diet as well. We're always on the lookout for recipes that our family can enjoy together and that offer a breakdown of ingredients. It would be great to see the Martha gold standard in a magazine addressing health issues.
Posted by: sandy | February 7th, 2008 at 2:33 pm
As a mother to a 6 year old daughter deathly allergic (anaphylactic) to peanuts, tree nuts, and all fish of course I voted for the food allergy publication. The more information we can get out to the public on the dangers of food allergies and cross contamination would be great. Most people have no idea what it takes to do the grocery shopping, go out to eat at a restaurant, or the scariest of all send your child to school for familes like ours.
Posted by: Lacey | February 7th, 2008 at 2:43 pm
Food Allergy Magazine Please! My daughter and I both have Celiac's Disease and would love to have you to offer this type of publication.
Posted by: Robin | February 7th, 2008 at 3:03 pm
My nephew was just diagnosed with Celiac Disease in November. We are all praying that you will decide to do a magazine geared toward food allergies and gluten free foods. It's a tough adjustment with 3 kids in the house to make and my sister in law needs all the resources she can get, as do we all so we know how to properly care for him. He's only 2. Help Martha!
Posted by: Keri | February 7th, 2008 at 3:16 pm
my vote is for Alexis. I would love to see a publication that specializes in allergy friendly receipes. I am a Celiac and luckely a cook and baker, so I have modified many receipes so that my eating is not dull. I belong to a Celiac support group and we share out receipes. I have many to share and would even share them with Alexis. She could run contests in the magazine for best receipes.
GO ALEXIS
Posted by: lynne turner | February 7th, 2008 at 3:42 pm
I was diagnosed with Celiac the week I turned 40. It has been four years and I remember the freedom of having thousands of choices when it came to food. I can only imagine the influence your magazine could have on the US food industry. It would be a godsend.
Posted by: Lori | February 7th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
I don't see where to vote, but PLEASE go with the food allergies. My 3 year old son is allergic to everything (wheat, dairy, soy, egg, corn, peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, etc. etc.) I'd love a magazine that would make me feel less alone in this challenge!
Posted by: Melissa Voet | February 7th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
This is a magazine that would benefit all the readers whether they have a food allergy or not. I think you will find that anyone who is a bit health conscious, has any food sensitivities or just loves your magazines will become an avid reader of this new magazine. It is a much needed resource!!!
Posted by: Stacie Haggerty | February 7th, 2008 at 4:29 pm
What a wonderful idea to have this contest. As the father of kids with multiple food allergies and gluten intolerance, I can only hope that the food allergy publication is the winner. Managing food allergies is difficult and time consuming. There is also a lot of misinformation on the topic. I know that you would have the support of millions who are looking for help to improve their lives and find more time to spend with their families. Please count on my vote and support toward the food allergy publication.
Posted by: BEC | February 7th, 2008 at 4:33 pm
It is amazing how many people actually need to follow a restricted diet for one reason or another. It is becoming more and more common. Not only do people with allergies and intolerances need more information and ideas, but so do their families and friends.
Posted by: Ohio Celiac | February 7th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
recently a local pizza restaurant offered gluten free pizza. The 1st month they sold 40 total the next month 54 in one week! The need for restaurants, magazines and gf store products is one the path for a huge explosion, Martha would be very smart to get on the gf train!!
Posted by: Celiac Branch Manager | February 7th, 2008 at 5:09 pm
please start an allergy magazine with lots of gluten free recipes. i watch your show everyday and love it. today was great with all the rescue dogs.
Posted by: rochelle | February 7th, 2008 at 5:23 pm
I know that the allergy votes were winning so I'm so excited that you'll be publishing a much needed magazine for these folk because its getting to where 1 in what 3 women are gluten intollerant now. It could be 1 in 6, but still, that's a huge number. I have more information from my doctor if you want to know more about why this is, she's a wealth of information on the subject and has helped me and others discover their allergy causes.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, and love to you and yours for doing the world a great favor with this new magazine (and for allowing us to vote!)
Peace,
Tina
Posted by: Tina Kalvelage | February 7th, 2008 at 5:29 pm
I've been diagnosed Celiac. I am also sensitive to rice, which most everyone uses to replace the gluten products. Rice bread, pastas, etc., are absolutely awful! The cost is breaking me. $10.00 for a loaf of bread to which you add your own ingredients and bake is too much. A magazine dedicated to good and inexpensive gluten free foods would be a celiac's dream.
Posted by: Teresa | February 7th, 2008 at 5:39 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A magazine on Food Allergies would be very helpful!
Posted by: Rene' Briere | February 7th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
A food allergy cookbook would be a welcomed addition in my kitchen!!
Posted by: Jeri Villarreal | February 7th, 2008 at 5:45 pm
I heard about this on the ABC Peanuts web page. This is a great idea. I voted for the allergies also, since I have a vested interest in it. Good luck.
Posted by: Julie Collins | February 7th, 2008 at 5:50 pm
My vote is for any good things that help us eat well. Many people have specific needs like gluten free recipes so this idea wins my idea
Posted by: audrey baenziger | February 7th, 2008 at 5:58 pm
I live in a mid-size town. When I contact restaurants to see if they can accommodate my gluten-free diet many have no idea what I'm talking about.
If Martha publishes a magazine with allergy friendly recipes and other information, awareness will increase exponentially.
Posted by: Marcie | February 7th, 2008 at 6:09 pm
Martha,
I have had nut and coconut allergies since I was two. Finally it would be great to feel that other people out there can share what I have and have a magazine to read about it! This is such a great idea!!! This just made my day!
-Kaitlyn
Posted by: Kaitlyn Domingue | February 7th, 2008 at 6:10 pm
Another vote for the publication for those with food allergies! While we've been able to adapt some of our well-loved Martha Stewart recipes, it would be absolutely amazing to marry the beauty and high quality typical of MSLO publications with the very needed topic of food allergies and intolerances. I'd *definitely* be among those first in line to subscribe!
Posted by: Lynne | February 7th, 2008 at 6:32 pm
A food allergy publication is more important than anything else you have listed on your voters list. When I was growing up, I knew no one with food allergies. Nowadays, there seems to be so many kids with nut allergies, celiac disease or some other serious allergy problem. This needs to be addressed. The children are our future. My son has celiac disease. I had never heard about celiac disease before until he was diagnosed with it. Please help the world become better educated for everyone's health. Thank you!
Posted by: Kristen | February 7th, 2008 at 7:13 pm
I'm with Alexis. A food allergy mag would be great.
Posted by: mom of 4 | February 7th, 2008 at 7:48 pm
A food allergy magazine is a long-overdue and much needed idea!
Posted by: Lisa | February 7th, 2008 at 7:48 pm
Martha,
The best in life to you and your family always. Mr wife and I always enjoyed when your mother was on with you and especially when you made perogi's.
I would really appreciate a magazine designed for Celiac's and other allergies.
Posted by: Ray Langevin | February 7th, 2008 at 8:33 pm
I would love a publication that included allergen free entertaining ideas. We used to love having dinner parties; coming up with meal plans that are allergen free and worthy of serving company on special occasions is remarkably challenging.
Posted by: Ann | February 7th, 2008 at 8:53 pm
I like the idea of a magazine regarding food allergies. I heard of a tragic case where someone did not recognize whey as a dairy product. A magazine devoted to recipes, misc. information such as the above, places to eat, shop would be great.
Posted by: Barbara | February 7th, 2008 at 9:01 pm
I would love a magazine with information for people with Celiac Disease or Gluten intolerance. I cannot eat gluten or soy. I struggle to come up with new ideas for meals.
Posted by: Mary | February 7th, 2008 at 9:16 pm
Food allergies please!!!!
Posted by: Haley, | February 7th, 2008 at 10:11 pm
My 2 year old son has celiac disease. I have 2 other children so cooking/baking seperate meals becomes a chore. However, the big chore is making food he likes. Buying food is expensive. I love this idea! This would be so useful and helpful!!! I've always loved Martha's ideas and am sure she could HELP us all in this much needed area. Thank you.
Posted by: Tena | February 7th, 2008 at 10:21 pm
My daughter has the genetic disorder phenylketonuria and cannot eat protein. PKU is different from an allergy because if she eats too much protein, she will turn mentally retarded. A magazine that would address dietary restrictions is needed in our community. It has the potential to improve the lives of so many people struggling to stay on special diets.
Posted by: Tiffany Althof | February 7th, 2008 at 10:30 pm
Food Allergy Magazine!!! I would definitely order it. My five year old daughter has a severe food allergy to almonds. Since discovering that I have been trying to raise awareness and find new information.
Posted by: Mary Lizarraga | February 8th, 2008 at 12:19 am
Please consider the celiac,dont see where to vote,please help the people with gluten intolerance,and type 1 diabetes,thank you..
Posted by: cree coulson | February 8th, 2008 at 12:35 am
I love to scrap and i thought katie spears idea was awesome her presentaion won me over and i loved the whole idea shes got my vote for sure.
Posted by: red soldier | February 8th, 2008 at 12:56 am
A magazine for people with food allergies would be fabulous. My younger daughter and I are both gluten intolerant and have difficulty particularly finding bread we would choose to eat. I sometimes bake my own but don't always have the time. Here's just another thought along these lines-once the food allergy magazine is established, baking classes for those with allergies would be most welcome. I've taken several in NYC that were really helpful.
Posted by: Karen Louick | February 8th, 2008 at 4:49 am
I have Celiac Disease, would love to have a gluten-free magazine by Martha Stewart. I do alot of my own cooking. And I know it would be great!
Posted by: Brrenda | February 8th, 2008 at 9:18 am
Food allergies please!
Posted by: Ruby | February 8th, 2008 at 9:33 am
Please do an issue for families with food allergies. I have two sons who have life threatening allergies to peanuts & tree nuts. Anything you could do to help raise awareness would be phenomenal!
Posted by: Alesia | February 8th, 2008 at 10:13 am
We love the living magazine, but when we look at the recipes, it is always, "if only" for us. A food allergy dedicated magazine would be a homerun in this house.
Thanks for the thought. Make it a reality.
Posted by: Michael | February 8th, 2008 at 10:34 am
A food allergy and sensitivity publication would be a valuable resource. my son, who is 7, is anaphylactic to peanuts. the awareness this would provide would be a real blessing to our family. so many people underestimate the severity and importance of avoidance. if martha did this project people would take it more seriously. this could have an incredible impact on our lives! thank you
Posted by: Jenae Venema | February 8th, 2008 at 11:12 am
Please do consider a magazine dealing with food allergies and intolerances. If anyone could do a conscientious job it would be you, Martha. It is important that food for celiacs not only be modified as to preparation but that nutritional content be attended to as well. So many recipes for gluten free cooking are low in fiber and high in fat and sugar.
In Europe, there are different approaches to GF cooking. It would be fabulous if you could incorporate some of them for us in the U.S.
Posted by: Annette Barnes | February 8th, 2008 at 11:26 am
A Magazine that would focus on food intolerences such 'celiac disease' would be wonderful, not only for the 1 & 133 people who have it, but for their friends and familys who want to cook for them!
Keep up the good work!
Links in the magazine to organizations such as the Canadian Celiac Association would also be a great help to newly diagnosed people!
Remember this is not ONLY a children's disease, it affects people of all ages!
M. Marie [Loyst] Ablett UE, editor for the newsletter for Kelowna, B.C.Canada chapter of CCA.
Posted by: Marie [Loyst] Ablett UE | February 8th, 2008 at 11:32 am
I have two children who have eosinophilic esophagitis ages 4 and 6. They are limited to a diet of about 20 foods. I would love some ideas for what to feed them!!
Posted by: Elizabeth | February 8th, 2008 at 11:44 am
I love the idea of Martha Stewart stores. I would like to see them in cities throughout the country, not just in New York. Local celebrities could be brought in from time to time while national celebrities could make annual appearances.
Posted by: carol | February 8th, 2008 at 11:58 am
I think it would be great if you had a magazine for pets. How to make bisquits and treats yourself. You have a love and compassion for animals I think it would be Great!
Posted by: Terri Phillips | February 8th, 2008 at 12:08 pm
any awareness martha can bring to
food allergies would be brilliant!
Posted by: jami | February 8th, 2008 at 1:43 pm
Dear Martha
I have these different food allergies.I am allergic to Pork,Garlic and Tomatoes.Imagine that I will never have lasagna,Chili,Pizza again.I have tried many different things to make my own kind of foods but they taste very bland.I get seizures if i have these foods.I am in desperate need of a magazine with recipes that i ca use for my food allergies.
Have you even looked at most food labels to see garlic is in everything!Thanks Martha!!!
Posted by: donna morris | February 8th, 2008 at 2:27 pm
My 2 year old son was diagnosed with a severe dairy allergy. He has had several anaphylactic reactions that have been very scary. Everywhere we go we are very cautious and have to explain to everyone what he cannot have or touch due to a contact reaction for dairy products, as well. A magazine specifically for food allergies will be so powerful in educating the public and helping those of us who live it each and every day. Thanks Martha
Posted by: Bridget Perkins | February 8th, 2008 at 3:10 pm
I have grandchildren who suffer from various types of food allergies. It was always difficult planning their meals. My daughter, Lynda, has done a marvelous job of keeping her daughter, Hannah, healthy. A magazine of this type would not only benefit children like Hannah but others who suffer from food allergies. And certainly, it would give their mothers
a safe format to find information of this type in one place.
Posted by: Susan Eng | February 8th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
Great Idea! Go with it!
Posted by: Brandi | February 8th, 2008 at 3:42 pm
I, too, would welcome a magazine on food intolerances. I have Celiac disease, as does my grandson, and am always looking for a new way to be able to eat favorite foods. And I have friends with other food allergies. I would love to be able to treat them to a favorite food.
This is indeed a good idea.
Posted by: Andrea Abrams | February 8th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
Awareness is all we need! Good for you Martha. I'm a celiac so thank you for your interest.
Posted by: adela samper-imaz | February 8th, 2008 at 4:15 pm
The BIG IDEA of a publication for those with food allergies and sensitivities is brilliant and oh so completley compassionate. What a service to those who have and care for people with this life changing situation. Martha this would be a huge blessing for all of us with food allergies and sesitivities. The general population does not realize that not only ingestion of the foods- but touch and inhalation cause reactions. Also, not just in our foods but, in our cosmetics, cleaning products, shampoo's, and even art supplies! Go Alexis!
Posted by: Cynthia Stephen | February 8th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
A Gluten Free magazine would bring more awareness of the Celiac Disease. So many people today have not been diagnosed for this less known disease, and are continuing to suffer unnecessarily. This magazine could effect thousands!
Posted by: Barry Taylor | February 8th, 2008 at 4:55 pm
It would be awesome to have someone who is such a whiz in the kitchen to produce a food allergy/intolerance magazine! It would be delightful to have my food look as good as everyone else's...and with your help via the magazine, I could!! I've had to give up my knack for baking especially since being diagnosed with celiac disease b/c I don't quite get the flour combo's that need to be used. What an opportunity for you to help all of us celiacs to develop a better knowledge of gluten-free cooking!
Posted by: Bev Gunter | February 8th, 2008 at 5:46 pm
I have Celiac Disease and I feel a magazine about allergies and especially one catered to the gluten intolerant population would be great. It can be difficult to adapt regular recipes to gluten free ones. To have the luxury of just looking into a magazine and just getting a fabulous gluten free recipe would be just wonderful.
Posted by: Denise Racan | February 8th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
As someone who knows all too well the necessity of a food sensitivity, this is long over due. If you want some great advise, my suggestion would be to contact Ann Whelan, celiac with an extensive background in the publishing industry. Her magazine has been going strong for quite a few years now and has been beneficial in the celiac community. You can reach them at Gluten-Free Living, 560 Warburton Ave., 2nd floor, Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706. I know she would be more than happy to help. She came here to Charlotte to speak at our support group meeting a few years ago and it was such a pleasure to see someone so excited about helping others in the same situation. Good luck Martha.. And if you need any recipies, feel free to ask..I've been cooking gluten-free for over 15 years so I know my way around ingredients pretty well.
A big thank you from everyone in Charlotte, North Carolina!
Michelle Fischer
Posted by: Michelle Fischer, Charlotte, NC | February 8th, 2008 at 8:10 pm
I have food allergies to all dairy products and eggs. I would love it if there were a magazine available.
Posted by: Dana george | February 8th, 2008 at 8:46 pm
Food allergies for sure. It has grown to 5 million children. Awareness, advice, recipes and innovation. Help us help our children celebrate food.
Posted by: Missy Staben | February 8th, 2008 at 10:08 pm
I sure do hope the food allergy or intolerance mag winns the poll. I'll be the first to sign up. I'm one with celiac disease and we so need a regular publication like this. Yeah Alexis! It is estimated that in the next few years over 500,000 new diagnoses of celiac disease will be made, and all of them starving for practical information and ideas for how to cook and live gluten free.
I am so hoping that this happens!
Posted by: Lisa Whitmus | February 8th, 2008 at 10:33 pm
A publication featuring food allergies and intolerances is desperately needed! It would be especially helpful to feature articles on how to educate family, friends and especially school administrators and staff as to the seriousness of food allergies and the steps we need to take to keep the rapidly growing number of children with these allergies safe away from home.
Posted by: Hayley Stolle | February 8th, 2008 at 11:56 pm
As a mother of a child with celiac disease, I would love to see a magazine devoted to food sensitivities!!
Posted by: Lisa | February 9th, 2008 at 12:26 am
I vote for the Allergy Magazine.
It would go a long way to bring about awareness for doctors, manufactures, restaurants, principals, teachers, and cafeteria managers. This support is critical for the many individuals and families who are dealing with the realities associated with this overwhelming issue.
Please send free subscription issues to principals, teachers and cafeteria managers, with suggestions on how they can make life easier for school aged children, who not only eat breakfast, snacks and lunch in school. But who also attend numerous classroom parties, field trips, and camps and are often teased and suffer from phychological symptoms in addition to the very physical symptoms.
Those who endure the stress that comes with food allergies / intolerances would benefit if a well established publishing firm, such as yours, brought this product to the market.
Please shed some light on this issue - the world is filled with so many brilliant, caring people for those who live with Celiac and other serious food allergies and intollerances to be living in the dark ages.
Sincerely,
Chandell
Posted by: Chandell | February 9th, 2008 at 1:29 am
I have Celiac Disease so reading labels is part of everyday life.In Canada, labels do not necessarily tell you all ingredients in the food we buy.Gluten is found in almost every processed food - having a magazine with information and recipes would be a wonderful addition for people with CD and families who must live with them!!
Posted by: Shirley McPherson, BC Canada | February 9th, 2008 at 2:33 am
Martha and company,
The Food allergy magazine would be great!
Food allergies like wheat for those with Celiac Disease are greatly under diagnosed for many reasons. Mostly because our Doctors/Dietitians are not aware or as educated about this disease. Having a national magazine to help raise the awareness would benefit not only celiac disease but others with more than one type of allergy. Most people with a wheat allergy wheat cannot eat dairy, eggs and others foods. And wheat is not just wheat it can be barely, rye, oats as I am sure you are aware. There are many different names for wheat as is the case for other allergy foods.
In addition to the allergy magazine or to compliment it, I would like to suggest that your TV show do a monthly or weekly show on allergies. Cooking for a person with an allergy is very challenging not only making sure you do not use an allergen product, but that it also tastes good.
Posted by: Toni | February 9th, 2008 at 10:23 am
I love the idea of an allergy magazine. Delicious recipes using allergy friendly ingrediants is not only useful to people with CD or food allergies, but also to people with "normal" diets. Eating a healthy diet is something we should all do. I personally do not have any allergies, but I would definitely check this magazine out.
Posted by: Tomi | February 9th, 2008 at 10:37 am
I vote for more info on gluten free recipes which is needed for so many people and hope that Martha Stewart does more research and recipes with this in mine!
Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!
TLC
Posted by: Tricia Commons | February 9th, 2008 at 1:04 pm
I would love a magazine focused on food allergies. To have one credible place to go and find receipes that are tried and true would be a huge time saver for me. I have struggled with food allergies since I was 20, I am now 44. I am allergic to dairy, soy, nuts and beans. The only saving grace is my food allergies have forced me to become a better cook. One of my three boys has developed the dairy allergy. I watch Martha Stewart's show and I am always looking for receipes I can use.
Posted by: Merrily Frost | February 9th, 2008 at 1:30 pm
Here is another "thumbs-up" for an emphasis on gluten-free cooking tips. Those of us who enjoy cooking are always in need of advice--not only for recipes, but for techniques of cooking and baking without gluten. There are also the challenges of entertaining and being entertained when one has a dietary restriction. While it's often fun to be singled out, there are times we would prefer to blend in with the group. Cheers!
--Liz
Posted by: Liz | February 9th, 2008 at 2:45 pm
I live on the East End of Long Island, I have Celiac Disease. There is little in the way of information, or suggestions for me and the many others who live here. For those of us with Celiac Disease and food allergies we dive long distances and need to go to many different stores, wile paying twice the price or more for our food.
1% of the world population who has Celiac Disease I don’t know how many others have food allergies. I know no one better suited then you to give us and other food allergy suffer ways to be creative and find ways to work with our allergies in our home and life.
I read Martha Stewart Magazine; I know you would find health tasty recipes. You test all your recipes for flavor and nutrition.
I know so many people that stand on line for the first Issue.
This is what I would vote for. Martha you are always leading the way. I will follow so will many others.
Posted by: Carol | February 9th, 2008 at 3:43 pm
My wonderful 86 year old husband has celiac disease, works out at the gym regularly, and has followed a gluten free diet for two years. My son-in-law loves to cook and has devised several gluten free pasta recipes involving lasagna, shells, etc. which he delivers to us, filling our freezer. I have sneeked a taste and can tell you no one would distinguish these dishes from the normal recipes we are used to making. I make a tofu lasagna which is also quite good. We would love to see a magazine dedicated to allergy free cooking. A regular column in this publication should also include allergy free and holistic food pet recipes.
Posted by: doris wittenberg | February 9th, 2008 at 5:35 pm
I LOVE THE IDEA!
Posted by: Stephanie | February 9th, 2008 at 6:23 pm
I think the Pet mag would do well for MSLO. The voting seems to be going for the nutrition mag but you could to both. Maybe on a limited schedule similar to Blueprint to start. I think you would find that the Pet mag would do best of the two.There are millions of pet owners with billions to spend. And they're always looking for something new. MSLO is another name for quality and a quality Pet mag wouldsell.
Posted by: Dianne Gavula | February 9th, 2008 at 7:16 pm
Gluten free and Dairy free ideas! Thanks for considering helping all of us with food intolerances. They strike at the very heart of life, socializing, health, etc.
Posted by: Monika | February 9th, 2008 at 7:31 pm
I have Celiac Disease as well as a family with many allergies and would love to see a magazine concentrating on this information. Thanks!!
Posted by: Carrie | February 9th, 2008 at 8:45 pm
I love this idea. You have my vote as well as my entire family. My sister was diagnosed with Celiac four years ago and we have several cousins and inlaws that have Celiac as well. We can use your help in putting the awareness out there and letting people know how serious this disease is if not properly diagnosed and taken care of. Thank you for caring!!
Posted by: Kathy Mercer | February 9th, 2008 at 9:28 pm
As another celiac I, too, am enthusiastic about an allergy magazine which includes information about celiac disease and recipes.
Posted by: edith | February 9th, 2008 at 11:07 pm
Hi Martha!
I have celiac disease & love the idea of a magazine that would focus on the disease and offer help and support, as well as yummy recipes!! Thanks!
Posted by: Brenda | February 9th, 2008 at 11:35 pm
I and my family would love a food allergy magazine. We have a combination of allergies. Gluten,
Lactose, Casein, and Whey are the main culprits. So many people suffer from food allergies and it is hard to find good, healthy recipes. It would be great to have an information support team there for us. Food allergies are such a serious matter. Please...Food Allergy Magazine!
Posted by: Shirley | February 9th, 2008 at 11:52 pm
big vote here for food allergy recipes. Safe foods and alternatives would be a huge help. Eating out with food allergy kids is nearly impossible so we cook alot (from scratch)
Posted by: Mom of 2food allergy and one EE daughter | February 10th, 2008 at 1:17 am
I have two ideas... 1) The growing incidence of food allergies have disenfranchised so many kids from the wonders of gourmet food. I know no one better then Martha Stewart to add funn and yumminess to these growing number of kids lives.
2) Much in the line of Barbara Kingsolver's "Animal Vegetable, Miracle", I believe that American's need to learn to eat "REAL" food again, locally grown or raised, thoughtfully prepared food. Who better then Martha to teach us all how to eat local, sustainable and delicious food.
Posted by: Luann | February 10th, 2008 at 1:22 am
A magazine about food allergies?
SIGN ME UP NOW!
This is unfortunately a growing problem. I have multiple allergies to food. The one that sent me into a tailspin was gluten...what is it? I wondered...The information on blogs has been a Godsend because they are updated daily. Books go out of print, information and products change...your magazine would be a huge service to so many people.
I talked to a local baker whose gluten free/allergy special order business is increasing every week.
There is a HUGE market for this and I am so grateful you are even considering it.
Love your blog!
alex
Posted by: alexsandra | February 10th, 2008 at 6:04 am
Gluten is increasing in importance of being a problem undetected by many conventional doctors. Other food allergies are increasing too. Recipes addressing ways to make some of the favorites we're used to, for example, pizza will be welcome. Where to get the different items will be a challenge for those not living in the big cities. So a magazine addressing those issues will be bought for sure. Wmsburg, VA
Posted by: David Herring | February 10th, 2008 at 1:14 pm
Food Allergies is my vote. I have been diagnosed with celiac disease for 30 years and am so happy to see the world getting to know so much more about it and how it affects so many people young and old. I'm hoping that my grandchildren won't be affected, but if they do, they will have so much more help than I did.
Posted by: Sandi Stocker | February 10th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
I LOVE the idea of a magazine aimed at people who have food allergies/sensitivities/special diets. In our family we have members who cook low protein for a PKU diet, those who avoid nuts and eggs due to food allergies, and those who eat whole, organic foods to try and prevent the onset of a serious disease without medication. There are so many people today on special diets, whether it be for allergies, senstivities, diseases like diabetes, disorders like PKU, or just interest in healthy, organic living. This magazine would be a hit!!
Posted by: Tracy | February 10th, 2008 at 3:45 pm
I have seen an increase in my readership since I started my blog about living with celiac disease and food allergies. This magazine will surely be a success in a community that NEEDS this information. People who have never subscribed to a magazine before would subscribe to this one.
I will!
Alison
Sure Foods Living
http://www.surefoodsliving.com
Posted by: Alison St. Sure | February 10th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
Martha
I would love to see a magazine dedicated to food allergies especially gluten-free. I personally have a sister and nephew with celiac's disease. I know how they struggle to find products and information.
Posted by: Kathy | February 10th, 2008 at 4:26 pm
we would love to see a a food allergy magazine. We have twin daughters who struggle with food allergies and this type of publication would be so beneficial! Sign us up now!!
Posted by: Bruce Fiscus | February 10th, 2008 at 5:08 pm
A magazine for food allergies would be wonderful. Especially if it would cover multiple allergies and thing for kids. My kids have allergies to milk, egg, peanuts, and tree nuts. I have to come up with adjustments for recipes all the time which is a lot of work. I love everday food and if there was something like that where I could just pick out something and make it without all of the extra thought would be life changing. I loved when you had the people from divvies on , my son has those same allergies and I can't wait to try out the cake recipe. Please, please please do this magazine.
Posted by: Jen | February 10th, 2008 at 5:28 pm
Our entire staff just voted for the pet magazine. Hope we're not too late to be included !
In honor of the
Laurie Conti Memorial Foundation
Posted by: AJS | February 10th, 2008 at 5:48 pm
Yes a GF magazine would be terrific! My sister and niece have Celiac and they (and I) would love this! Please do this! Loretta
Posted by: Loretta | February 10th, 2008 at 9:42 pm
Would love to have a gluten-free cookbook, especially one with recipes for those of us who are also Weight Watchers!
Posted by: Linda Diller | February 10th, 2008 at 10:27 pm
I think it is a great idea. I have four children, two with food allergies. My youngest son is allergic to dairy, eggs and peanuts, and my daughter is allergic to all nuts, soy, and wheat. It was very difficult when I first found out about the allergies, all the tried and failed recipies, difficulty feed my whole family without having to make several different meals at each mealtime, worrying about allergic reactions when my children weren't with me, etc. I would love to have such a helpful magazine.
Posted by: Bonita Thom | February 10th, 2008 at 10:46 pm
My dog and I had a tough beginning because he had allergies to almost every pet food you bought in the store. Wasnt easy cause he has long hair-uhhhh:(((( After special tests found out he was allergic to eggs, dairy, pork, carrots, peas, yeast, and some other things. I have a feeling thats why some pets wind up in shelters. Have to get special food but we are ok as long as I dont give him something I am eating which is hard cause he looks so pleadingly at me and I can't say no.
Posted by: theresa | February 11th, 2008 at 12:35 am
Yes to the allergy publication! Anything that raises awareness about people with serious food allergies is a real public service, and Martha Stewart has a well respected and well crafted podium from which to do it. And who could say no to more delicious recipes that don't have to be modified or "made special" (I hate that phrase) in some way. Now about that elusive recipe for real-tasting gluten free french bread. . . . .
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Posted by: Mary Waters | February 11th, 2008 at 11:18 am
I am for the allergy free cooking! I think it is a great idea. It would help so many people find several options to everyday cooking!
Posted by: leslie | February 11th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
A magazine for food intolerances would be great! I have Fructose intolerance (No fructose, sugar, fruits & many veggies) and Celiac Disease. This would be so helpful for many, many people! You do such a thorough job, I know it would be great!
Posted by: Colleayn | February 11th, 2008 at 4:22 pm
I voted for the food allergies magazine, as being a busy working mom with celiac and 2 children also with celiac I would love a publication that would offer us quick and easy meals. I can't wait to subscribe.
Posted by: Julie Dobson | February 11th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
yes to allergy publication
Posted by: liz | February 11th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
I would love to see a magazine on Food Allergies! I have Celiac Disease and must follow a gluten free diet. It would be so great to find new recipes!
Thank you!
Posted by: Margie | February 11th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
A magazine devoted to food allergies is a fantastic idea. There is a such a need for it. My 6 yr daughter has multiple food allergies (dairy, eggs, tree nuts and peanuts). I would love some new ideas for school lunches and snacks. Some new dessert recipes would be great too!
Please pick the magazine as the winner of "the big idea".
Posted by: Letizia | February 12th, 2008 at 9:51 pm
I like the idea of an allergy free cooking magazine. People who don't have allergies but would lke to eat gluten-free, sugar-free meals would benefit as would the whole family.
Posted by: Joanne Smith | February 13th, 2008 at 6:07 pm
The magazine for people with food allergies would be fantastic. With my husband recently diagnosed with celiac disease we have a hard time coming up with new easy recipes.
Posted by: Michelle | March 3rd, 2008 at 5:57 pm
Would love to see a magazine devoted to food allergies. My child has autism and cannot have gluten, soy, corn, or lactose. He also has eosinophilic esophagitis which also impacts his eating and food choices. I think as a mom of a child with autism there will be a lot of other appreciative parents of children with autsim and food allergies that have long awaited a magazine solely devoted to food allergies(a rising issue here in the US) so that we can expand our children's eating options. Good luck and let us know asap when the magazine is available!
Posted by: Donna | March 12th, 2008 at 4:35 pm
I would LOVE a magazine about food allergies. My son, who is 5 is allergic to peanut, treenut, dairy, soy, egg, and shellfish. I am in need of new ideas and recipes! He starts 1st grade next year and that means "lunch at school". I am ready for my first issue. Thank you
Posted by: Christie | March 17th, 2008 at 6:26 pm
Please, please, please - we desperately need a good magazine for people with celiac disease and other food allergies!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Jeri | April 14th, 2008 at 12:10 am
My family would love a magazine with food allergy recipes, as we have a 7 year old son with life threatening food allergies. Thank you for considering this idea!
Posted by: Susan | April 14th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
I'm dealing with microscopic (lymphatic) colitis, and possibly Celiac. And because I'm not all that bold in the kitchen, I think about how scary the prospect of eliminating something as potentially stealthy as gluten from my diet. My vote is for a gluten-free cooking/lifestyle magazine!
Posted by: Elaine | May 22nd, 2008 at 4:39 pm
Hello,
When is the allergy magazine going to hit newstands? I would subscribe if I knew when. Let us know please.
Peace, Joan
Posted by: joan twigg | August 28th, 2008 at 10:59 am
I vote for the Martha Stewart store idea!
Posted by: Tom | August 29th, 2008 at 1:53 pm
hi,
please please help,
my 14 month old son is alleric 2 milk,wheat,soy and nuts.... i don;t know wht 2 make 4 him.... and we r also 100% vegeterian..... so pleaseeeeeeeeeeee do suggest some recipes 4 him.
like, he drinks rice milk, but it's not sufficient 4 him,
thanks,
concerned and worried from NJ
Posted by: worried | October 28th, 2008 at 5:28 pm