Prevent Food Allergies Blog
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Food Allergy Prevention: Q&A with Chief of Pediatrics Dr. Matthew
Dr. Andrew Matthew, Los Robles Medical Center's Chief of Pediatrics, answers your most-asked questions about introducing your baby to food allergens.
The APPEAL-2 Study: Peanut Allergy Significantly Impacts Quality Of Life
Learn what the findings from the APPEAL-2 study reveal about quality-of-life impacts of living with a peanut allergy. Read more!
To Screen Or Not To Screen? Allergy Screening For Babies with Severe Eczema
Some medical organizations' guidelines require allergy screening for babies with severe eczema. Here's everything parents need to know.
What Is Anaphylaxis? Our Essential Parent's Guide to Severe Allergic Reactions
Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. This guide covers everything parents need to know about anaphylaxis.
Palforzia Peanut Allergy Treatment Q&A
The FDA recently approved Palforzia for peanut allergy treatment in children and teens. We break down what families need to know about Palforzia.
The Cost of Food Allergies: A $25B Epidemic
Food allergies cost the average American family more than $4,000 per year. Is there a solution for this $25 billion epidemic?
Are food allergies genetic?
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.
Why was there a spike in peanut allergies in the early 2000s?
Learn how recent landmark clinical studies show that introducing peanut to babies early and often is key to preventing peanut allergies.
Low-Dose Peanut Challenges And Early Peanut Introduction: What Families Need To Know About A New Study
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.
What's The Difference Between Baby Gagging And Choking? (Plus, How To Safely Introduce Peanut)
Learn how to tell the difference between baby gagging and choking, and how to introduce solids safely.
Store-Bought Baby Food Could Increase Food Allergy Risk
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.
A Parent’s Guide to Finned Fish Allergy
Learn what finned fish allergy is, symptoms of fish allergy, how finned fish allergy is different from shellfish allergy, and more.
Bottle Refusal (When Your Breastfed Baby Won’t Take A Bottle): 10 Tips To Overcome It
What if your breastfed baby won’t take a bottle? Don’t be discouraged. Learn 10 tips to help you overcome bottle refusal.
Can I Prevent Food Allergies For My Baby During Pregnancy?
There is no evidence to prove that you are able to prevent fnood allergies during pregnancy. Read about other common myths on food allergies and pregnancy.
I've already introduced allergens. What else can I do to prevent food allergies?
What else can you do to prevent food allergies once you've already started early introduction? Here are 6 ways for your baby.
A Parent's Guide to Peanut Allergy
Learn what peanut allergies involve, how to manage peanut allergies, and how to help prevent peanut allergies before they start.
When Can I Introduce Peanut Butter To My Baby? (Hint: It May Surprise You!)
AAAAI and NIAID guidelines recommend feeding baby peanut to help prevent peanut allergies. Find out when can you safely feed peanut butter.
A Parent's Guide to Egg Allergy
Learn what egg allergies involve, how to manage egg allergies, and how to help prevent egg allergies before they start.
The Truth About The “Open Gut” Theory And Introducing Allergy-Causing Foods
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.
How Much and How Often Should You Feed Formula?
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.