Allergy survival guide!

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I've been managing my allergies a lot better lately, and I'd love to share my finds with you!

Some of these things ship FREE to Israel, and I'm trying to maximize that to help you find a good deal.

I've found that sometimes the Amazon deals are the PERFECT solution to finding what I'm looking for without traveling to multiple cities to check all the malls, AND if we do it right, we can get higher quality items and still save money! And with the new, higher tax free limit, I feel confident that we'll all be able to save more money!

Here are some of the options for dealing with allergies in Israel that I found with free shipping (although sometimes free shipping is limited to a certain size, color, or variation, so be sure to check carefully before you order):

Mattress encasers are super helpful but very expensive locally. Here's another option for you to check out 

Saline rinses are highly recommended to keep airborne allergies from ruining your life 

Consider getting hypoallergenic titanium flex glasses frames online that you can then get lenses for at any local optical store

Hypoallergenic medical tape is a very important household item to keep around if you have sensitive skin

Cetaphil moisturizer is a sensitive skin essential!

Fragrance free laundry detergent - these sheets are so easy to use and completely mess-free

Air purifiers REALLY help - if buying from overseas, make sure it's rated for 220V OR uses a USB cord for the power source. Here's one that's portable and battery powered (recharges using a USB cable)

Lotion tissues are ESSENTIAL! If you're up for ordering A LOT at a time, you can save by ordering from overseas! I compared with Rami Levi's lotion tissue prices and if you take advantage of the "order 2 or more, get 5% off" deal, you'll pay several shekels less per package than what I'm seeing as a standard local price.

I'll try to add more deals as I find them! Happy Savings!

Want more deals? Join my groups!

• Great Deals Israel WhatsApp group
• Kosher Frugal Facebook Group
• Israel Deals Made Easy (in English) Facebook Group
• Live in Israel. Shop Online Facebook Group

Undisclosed Traces of Peanuts -- Recall list

If you or a loved one are allergic to peanuts, you NEED this information.

Another batch of industrial garlic seems to be contaminated with peanuts, and Soglowek has issued a list of products that are affected. (I would not be surprised if other companies follow suit in the next few days. I hope to keep you updated as information comes out.)

The following products are UNSAFE for those with a peanut allergy: (Note: Barcode shown is the last 6 digits of the barcode on the product)

Smoked Tea Salami (sold by weight at the deli counter) -- Barcode: 530024  Expiration Dates: 19-26/10/2017

Peppered Tea Salami (sold by weight at the deli counter) -- Barcode: 013747  Expiration Dates: 23-26/10/2017

Extra Cognac Salami (sold by weight at the deli counter) -- Barcode: 538372  Expiration Date: 20/10/2017

Turkey Deli Meat, 750g -- Barcode: 530291  Expiration Dates: 25/07/2017 

Nahariya Turkey (sold by weight at the deli counter) -- Barcode: 530354  Expiration Date: 28/07/2017

Smoked Tea (Salami), 100g -- Barcode: 539416  Expiration Date: 24/06/2017

Smoked Tea Salami, 140g -- Barcode: 227677  Expiration Date: 27/06/2017

Smoked Tea Salami, 400g -- Barcode: 227660  Expiration Dates: 24/06 - 1/07/2017

Pepperoni Tea Salami, 360g -- Barcode: 227691  Expiration Dates: 1/07/2017

Smoked Tea Salami, 200g -- Barcode: 538709  Expiration Dates: 24-28/07/2017

Vegetarian Shnitzel, 1kg -- Barcode: 536316  Expiration Dates: 23/04/2018

Texas Hamburger, 1.5kg -- Barcode: 738059  Expiration Dates: 19-27/06/2018

"Mizrachi" Hamburger, 400g -- Barcode: 742162  Expiration Dates: 20-27/06/2018 

Marguez Sausages, 400g, -- Barcode: 226007 Expiration Date: 19/06/2017

 If you have a peanut allergy (or a family member does), DO NOT EAT the products listed above! Please call Soglowek Customer Service at 1-800-555-000 to arrange for a refund/replacement.

Please share this post with anyone who has a peanut allergy! You could save a life! 

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Latest Recalls - Protein Bars and Energy Bars

I have two recalls to share with you today.

The first one is these Protein Bars:

"Oh Yeah One" 60 gram protein bars, almond flavor, with a use by date of 01/10/2017 and batch code 16214B 6, have incorrect allergen information on the Hebrew labels. The labels should specify that the product contains SOY and DAIRY ingredients.

The mislabeled products are safe to eat, but are being recalled for the safety of the allergy community.

The bars may be returned to the place where purchased. If you have further questions, please contact the importer at 050-513-3333.

The second recall involves the following Energy Bars:

Strauss brand Sugar Free Milk Chocolate Covered Energy Bars, 28g, Barcode 7290106666467
AND
Strauss brand Sugar Free Energy Bars with Mixed Nuts, 20g, barcode 72901034044024
with use by date 15/7/2017

are being recalled due to a quality issue. The energy bars are harder than would be expected, due to production changes. In order to avoid disappointment, consumers are asked to call Strauss Customer Service at 1-800-777-777 in order to arrange for a refund/replacement.

Additional Peanut-Related Recalls

Here are the latest additions to the peanut related recall list.

The following products contain undisclosed peanut ingredients:

"Bayit Im Ofi" Vegan Pepperoni, all packages that have production dates in March, April, or May 2016 (expiration dates in October, November, December 2016)

Please call the company at 054-441-9845 if you have this product and are allergic to peanuts, to arrange for your return.

N.R.G. Yasmin announced that their Veal Sausages (Naknikiyot Egel), from production dates 6.03.2016 thru 19.6.2016 (expiration dates 5.05.2016 thru 18.08.2016

To receive a refund, please return the product to the manufacturer in Jerusalem. 

These products are safe to eat UNLESS you have a peanut allergy.
If you have a peanut allergy, please be sure to check the previous recalls as well.
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Undisclosed Allergen Warning! (Israel)

Strauss Dairies issued the following warning:

Certain "Symphony" Cheese Products were made using a spice mix that contains traces of peanuts.

 

Anyone with a peanut allergy SHOULD NOT eat the following products:





Symphony 5% Cheese with Garlic and Pepper, barcode 7290106729865, with use by dates between 8/7/2016 and 10/7/2016

AND

Symphony 25% Cheese with Garlic and Pepper, barcode 7290106729865, with use by dates between 8/7/2016 and 10/7/2016

The company stresses that the product is ONLY unsafe to use for people with a peanut allergy.

Consumers with a peanut allergy who have purchased this product should call Customer Service at 1-800-777-777 to receive a refund.

PLEASE warn your friends who have peanut allergies - share this post with them!

Undisclosed Allergen Warning!

This warning is super important for anyone with a PEANUT allergy.

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The following items are being recalled from store shelves in Israel because the Hebrew labels that were affixed to the packages DO NOT CONTAIN AN ALLERGY WARNING. In particular, the products may contain peanuts (which may not be obvious when reading the ingredients).

The recall affects the following products:

1. Chocolate Oreos (chocolate cookies with chocolate creme), 137 gram packages, expiration date 21-5-2016

2. Oreos (Chocolate cookies with vanilla creme), 137 gram packages, expiration date 19-5-2016

3. Oreos (Chocolate cookies with chocolate-vanilla creme), 137 gram packages, expiration date 19-5-2016

4.Oreos (Chocolate cookies with vanilla creme), 274 gram packages, expiration date 5-4-2016

5. OREO Double Delight Chocolate Sandwich Cookies With Peanut Butter & Chocolate Creme, expiration date 21-5-2016

The recalled cookies were produced in Mondelez Indonesia,Bekasi,Indonesia

Consumers with questions should call 058-447-5105

Allergen Warning (Pecans)!

Due to an irregularity in the packaging process, approximately 100 packages of Gad (brand) cheese may contain undisclosed pecans. These cheeses are being recalled from store shelves.

The affected product is Camembert Cheese (made from Sheep's milk), 25% fat, 125g packages, with barcode # 7290011499334, with a use-by date of 20.6.2015

Anyone with a pecan allergy is advised NOT to consume this product.

Please call customer service at 1-700-50-21-22 to arrange for a refund.

Please share this recall with anyone you know with a tree nut allergy, it could really save a life!