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Common food allergies in babies and children
By Laura Lee Davies on 06/11/2006 11:42:36
There are many more food intolerances that full-on allergies, but happily, even these are usually grown out of by the age of five. What should you look for, and what should you avoid?
Although no-one knows exactly why our children now seem to suffer more food intolerance (including full-blown allergic reactions) of food than 30 years ago, many argue that one of the biggest reasons for the increase is that we are simply more aware
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Childhood asthma linked to paracetamol for babies
By Kimberley Smith on 30/11/2010 14:07:23
Asthma and allergies three times more likely for children who are given infant paracetamol
Infant paracetamol has been linked to an increased risk of asthma and allergies by a study in New Zealand. Researchers have found that babies who were given infant paracetamol, such as Calpol, were twice as likely to develop asthma as those who
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Parents warned not to self-diagnose baby’s food allergies
By Kimberley Smith on 10/08/2010 13:49:36
Massive increase in children’s allergic reactions to food but misdiagnosis also on the rise
The rise in cases of childhood food allergy in the past 20 years is not just down to “wrong labelling” says NHS watchdog, the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE). The NICE report studied 1,000 children on the Isle of Wight and found
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Calmer babies have fewer allergies
By Kimberley Smith on 14/12/2011 14:09:02
High levels of stress in babies increases their risk of developing allergies
Stressed babies are more likely to develop allergies as children, according to a new study.Swedish researchers found that babies with low levels of the stress-related hormone cortisol in their saliva were less likely to develop allergies than those
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Anti-allergenic bedding from Allersafe
By Monica Stylli on 28/06/2007 01:39:05
Help protect your baby from allergies with this specially designed bedding.
It is predicted that by 2010 1 in 3 children will suffer from an allergy. Bedding is thought to be one of the main causes for the rise in allergy sufferers as it harbours allergens such as dust mites. These live in mattresses, mattress covers
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Cow’s milk allergy in infants
By Monica Stylli on 25/07/2007 10:35:43
What are the symptoms and what can you do about it?
Milk is an important dietary requirement for children up until the age of one as it is crucial for healthy growth and development. However, there are some children who react badly to it. If you are worried that your child might have an allergy
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Eat your greens to cut baby allergies
By Susie Boone on 02/03/2010 01:32:39
Lots of vegetables and citrus fruit during pregnancy may reduce the risk of your baby developing allergies
Pregnant mums may lower the risk of their baby having allergies by eating a diet rich in vegetables and fruit, Japanese scientists have found.Green and yellow vegetables, citrus fruit and vegetables and fruit high in beta-carotene (generally those
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Does my baby have a food intolerance?
By Cheryl Freedman on 24/02/2011 14:54:43
How can you tell whether your baby has a food intolerance or a more serious allergy? Read our guide to spotting the crucial differences
Worried that your little one is adversely reacting to something he's eaten? Then you're not alone. The latest figures show that food allergies and intolerances are becoming more and more common in children - though experts still aren't exactly sure
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Low-fat yoghurt in pregnancy could be bad for your baby
By Kimberley Smith on 19/09/2011 13:47:40
More chance of asthma and allergies for your child if you choose the low-fat option in pregnancy
options appear to increase the chances of your baby suffering from asthma and allergies.In a study by Harvard School of Public Health, 60,000 mums were polled about their eating habits during pregnancy. The study found that children born to mums who
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Dairy-free treats from NOMOO
By Laura Lee Davies on 31/01/2008 01:02:26
If you or your child either has an allergy to or dislikes dairy, now you can enjoy nutritious treats with NOMOO
Many parents worry about allergies in babies. A cow's milk allergy can be a worry, unpleasant and also hard work to live with.It's not surprising then, that a new line of dairy-free mealtime treats from NOMOO has been so warmly welcomed.NOMOO relief
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