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All about nut allergies
By Cheryl Freedman on 05/03/2011 19:49:16
Allergic reactions to nuts are becoming more common in little ones, and can be highly dangerous. What are the signs, and when can you introduce them?
We all know you should never give whole nuts to children under five because of the choking risk. But many mums of babies and toddlers worry about giving nuts in any shape or form – whether it's peanut butter on toast, or a slice of walnut and coffee cake. That's because nut aller...
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Food allergies: the tell-tale signs
By Cheryl Freedman on 06/03/2011 16:43:09
Do you think your baby may be suffering from a food allergy? Here's what to look out for, from wheeziness to skin rashes
child’s immune system overreacts to an allergen by producing huge amounts of histamine and other chemicals, which can cause the body to go into shock.The whole body is affected, often within minutes of exposure, and the symptoms can be life
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