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Do you think your baby’s rash may be caused by a food allergy? Let’s look at how to identify and treat a food allergy rash.
Benadryl can help with your child's mild allergy symptoms, as long as you give the right dose. Learn how to identify and give the safe dose of Benadryl.
Wondering if your baby needs hypoallergenic formula? Keep reading to learn more about switching formulas and keeping your baby healthy.
Learn what finned fish allergy is, symptoms of fish allergy, how finned fish allergy is different from shellfish allergy, and more.
What if your breastfed baby won’t take a bottle? Don’t be discouraged. Learn 10 tips to help you overcome bottle refusal.
Learn why the "open gut" theory is misleading, and why all babies should be introduced to allergy-causing foods starting as early as 4 months of age.
Wondering if your baby needs hypoallergenic formula? Keep reading to learn more about switching formulas and keeping your baby healthy.
Learn how to tell the difference between baby gagging and choking, and how to introduce solids safely.
What if your breastfed baby won’t take a bottle? Don’t be discouraged. Learn 10 tips to help you overcome bottle refusal.
AAAAI and NIAID guidelines recommend feeding baby peanut to help prevent peanut allergies. Find out when can you safely feed peanut butter.
Learn why the "open gut" theory is misleading, and why all babies should be introduced to allergy-causing foods starting as early as 4 months of age.
Learn about how much formula you should be giving your baby and how often you should be feeding your baby for their first few months.
This blog will discuss findings from a recent in-depth analysis of all the clinical trials conducted on early allergen introduction. We’ll explore the findings of a meta-analysis, which helps us make more reliable conclusions by combining and analyzing results from different independent clinical trials on early allergen introduction. By pooling information from multiple sources, a meta-analysis provides a more complete picture, ensuring that the results are consistent in different groups of people and at different times.
In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the prevalence of food allergies, highlighting a growing concern among individuals and healthcare professionals. This phenomenon has been observed across different age groups and geographic regions, making it a significant public health issue. While the exact reasons for the increasing rates of food allergies remain a subject of ongoing research, several factors have been proposed.
Introducing allergenic foods to babies early in life has gained significant attention as a strategy to reduce the risk of food allergies and promote healthier outcomes. Learn more about the evidence-based recommendations from international medical associations to direct the early introduction of allergens.
Explore six reasons why parents should consider introducing allergens early and often to their babies.
Examine how infant feeding practices and food allergy rates have transformed over time, from the 1950s until present day.
Explore the reasons behind the delay between new medical research and practice change in allergy care, along with some highlights on the challenges and potential solutions to bridge this gap for the benefit of patients.
Diagnosing food allergies can be a complex process, and the choice of tests is crucial to avoid unnecessary anxiety and dietary restrictions. Learn more about IgE antibodies and food allergy testing in this blog.
When it comes to diagnosing food allergies, the process can seem a bit complicated. There are different tests, each with its pros and cons.
Food allergies are not simply a physical disease – they affect the entire lives of patients and their families. Many people underestimate the profound impact of food allergies and might not prioritize strategies to prevent food allergies or manage them safely. The complexities of managing food allergies extend beyond the immediate physical health concerns and into emotional, social, and economic realms.
Explore the impact of living with food allergies and learn how to create a safe and fulfilling lifestyle.
Do you think your baby’s rash may be caused by a food allergy? Let’s look at how to identify and treat a food allergy rash.
Are you concerned your baby may have hives? Learn about hives, what they mean, and how you can treat them.
Navigating the landscape of allergy-free schools is a complex endeavor, with passionate voices on both sides of the debate. Some argue against allowing peanuts in schools, citing the prevalence of peanut allergies in children and the potential for severe reactions, even death. Concerns are raised about the lack of preparedness in schools to handle allergic reactions, particularly in the face of serious accidental exposures. Craft activities and other allergen-contact situations add to the perceived risks, prompting calls for a ban on peanuts in schools, especially during the early years.
Food allergies cost the average American family more than $4,000 per year. Is there a solution for this $25 billion epidemic?
Babies aren’t born with food allergies Here’s what parents need to know about family history and food allergies, and about reducing their baby’s risk.
Learn how recent landmark clinical studies show that introducing peanut to babies early and often is key to preventing peanut allergies.
Based on a new study, food challenges may be a safe way to introduce peanut to babies with large peanut skin prick test wheals. Learn more here.
New research shows that store-bought baby food may increase your baby's food allergy risk, here's what parents need to know about this recent study.
Some medical organizations' guidelines require allergy screening for babies with severe eczema. Here's everything parents need to know.
What is the difference between a food allergic reaction and an eczema flare-up? Learn what triggers each one and what each one looks like.
Babies with eczema are at a higher risk of developing food allergies. Learn how you can build their immunity to potentially harmful foods.
Although food allergies are on the rise, they are now preventable in many cases. Here's how parents can help.