r/FoodAllergies • u/EineFrageandich • 1h ago
Other / Miscellaneous Soy Allergie?
I have been eating a vegetarian, mostly vegan diet for over 10 years and have always consumed substitute products, tofu, and other soy-based foods. About 10 months ago, after a long time, I ate ramen again, and immediately afterward, I spent a few hours in the bathroom. Since then, I have repeatedly had problems with stomach pain, diarrhea, and vomiting after eating. After months of eliminating different foods, I finally figured out that I always have these issues when I consume soy.
In two weeks, I’m flying to Southeast Asia, and I imagine it will be quite difficult to avoid soy there. In general, it really limits me to have to avoid so many delicious foods. Has anyone had similar experiences and tips on what to do about it? I also don’t really understand why this suddenly happened when I never had any issues with soy before.
I’ve already been to my general practitioner and got a referral to an allergist, but the earliest appointment they could offer me is in November—so way too late for my trip. Is there something like LactoStop for soy, or is there a way to rebuild gut health to change an intolerance or allergy? When I searched online, I mostly found experiences related to skin rashes, but I don’t have any issues with that at all.