{"id":675,"date":"2020-11-27T08:34:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-27T08:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/?p=675"},"modified":"2023-05-29T17:55:47","modified_gmt":"2023-05-29T12:55:47","slug":"food-allergies-in-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/food-allergies-in-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Food Allergies in Children"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Ever seen a child who can\u2019t eat anything made from wheat, or can\u2019t drink milk or consume dairy products?&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you guessed right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the food allergies in children.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Food allergies are common in children, yet most parents are not well aware of what can trigger an allergy in a child. Most of the time, they don\u2019t even understand that their child is suffering from a food allergy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Studies show that the prevalence of <a href=\"https:\/\/aacijournal.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/1710-1492-10-26\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">childhood food allergies are increasing with time<\/a>. So, it\u2019s the need of the hour that everyone educates themselves on food allergies in children.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To know how you can prevent your child from any unforeseen allergy reaction in children, here is everything you need to know about food allergies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/food-allergies-840x480.jpg\" alt=\"food-allergies\" class=\"wp-image-6234\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/food-allergies-in-children\/#what_are_food_allergies\" title=\"What are Food Allergies?\">What are Food Allergies?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/food-allergies-in-children\/#what_is_the_main_distinction_between_food_allergy_and_food_intolerance\" title=\"What is the Main Distinction Between Food Allergy and Food Intolerance?\">What is the Main Distinction Between Food Allergy and Food Intolerance?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/food-allergies-in-children\/#what_causes_food_allergy\" title=\"What Causes Food Allergy?\">What Causes Food Allergy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/food-allergies-in-children\/#what_kinds_of_food_is_my_child_most_prone_to\" title=\"What kinds of Food is My Child Most Prone To?\">What kinds of Food is My Child Most Prone To?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/food-allergies-in-children\/#what_are_some_of_the_common_symptoms_of_food_allergy\" title=\"What are Some of the Common Symptoms of Food Allergy?\">What are Some of the Common Symptoms of Food Allergy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/food-allergies-in-children\/#are_there_any_treatments_for_food_allergies\" title=\"Are There Any Treatments for Food Allergies?\">Are There Any Treatments for Food Allergies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/food-allergies-in-children\/#how_to_prevent_food_allergies\" title=\"How to Prevent Food allergies?\">How to Prevent Food allergies?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_food_allergies\"><\/span>What are Food Allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Any abnormal response from your body to a certain food is known as a food allergy.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Food allergies are completely different from food intolerance. Both these distinctions are due to the way they affect the immune system despite similar symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_is_the_main_distinction_between_food_allergy_and_food_intolerance\"><\/span>What is the Main Distinction Between Food Allergy and Food Intolerance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Food allergies directly affect your immune system. So much so that it threatens your life.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Food intolerance has nothing to do with affecting the immune system, even though symptoms may be similar.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of whatever symptom you or your child may come across, it is important to get these symptoms checked with your doctor right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_causes_food_allergy\"><\/span>What Causes Food Allergy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to understand that many immune related reasons contribute to food allergies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Most of the time, it\u2019s a sensitivity.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This sensitivity either stems from exposure of the child to a certain food, or your kid may be sensitized to breast milk.&nbsp;<\/em>Incase if your child is sensitized to your breast milk you can change it with the <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/toddler-milk-powder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nutritious milk powder<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main reason for the child\u2019s reaction is that when it reacts with food, histamines are released which causes a child to experience <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/asthma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">asthma<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/hives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hives<\/a>, rashes, stomachaches, vomiting and even <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/diarrhoea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">diarrhea<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some food allergies can be life-threatening if not treated at the right time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/kind-of-food-allergy-840x480.jpg\" alt=\"kind-of-food-allergy\" class=\"wp-image-6235\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_kinds_of_food_is_my_child_most_prone_to\"><\/span>What kinds of Food is My Child Most Prone To?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergies may differ for everyone. Causes and triggers for every allergy are different. Here is a list of all the foods that cause food allergies in the following foods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soya<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peanuts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wheat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tree Nuts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shellfish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prawns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Eggs, milk and peanuts are the most common causes of food allergies in children. Fish, shellfish and peanuts usually cause the most severe reactions in children.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children may outgrow their allergies with time, but they are most vulnerable to allergies and reactions under the age of 5.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_some_of_the_common_symptoms_of_food_allergy\"><\/span>What are Some of the Common Symptoms of Food Allergy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Allergic symptoms may begin right after ingestion of food. The reaction may start right after a few minutes to proceeding hours. Each child experiences allergies differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the common symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diarrhea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cramps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rashes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swelling of lips, tongue or mouth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eczema<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty in Breathing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wheezing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low Blood Pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skin Itching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is imperative to understand that a single grain of a food can trigger sudden food allergy for a severe allergic reaction.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some children are less prone to severe allergic reactions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The symptoms of food allergies can develop into various medical conditions. You should always consult your child\u2019s doctor in case of any diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are_there_any_treatments_for_food_allergies\"><\/span>Are There Any Treatments for Food Allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sadly, there are no solid cures for preventing food allergies.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main target with food allergies is to avoid any food that causes food symptoms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to prevent any food allergy is to consult your child and avoid any food allergy. The consultation with your child is necessary because he\/she can well point out foods that cause discomfort.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can start with avoiding any such foods and anything that falls in a similar category of such foods.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/benefits-of-breastfeeding-that-are-amazing-for-your-baby\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">breastfeeding your child<\/a>, you should avoid any food that your child may be allergic to. Be very careful about your own diet, as a small portion of any food can cause an allergy in your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child is allergic to certain foods, it is important to acquire sufficient minerals and vitamins through other means. However, If your child has a severe allergic reaction, you should carry an emergency kit with you at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you are unsure about which food groups your child may be allergic to, simply start with giving small doses of food to the child.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some allergies are short term in children and they eventually outgrow with them. Some people get allergy reactions much later in life when they test a new combination of food for the first time in their life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_prevent_food_allergies\"><\/span>How to Prevent Food allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the tips for you to prevent food allergies in your child:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Breastfeed your child, for at least the first six months for your child\u2019s immunity to build up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you do not provide any solid food to your child before six months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t give your baby whole milk until after age 1.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid cow\u2019s milk, wheat, eggs, and peanuts in the first development of your child.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure when you dine out with your family, you keep a good consciousness of what food items on the menu can trigger possible food allergies.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Takeaway Note!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Food allergies in children are usually nothing to worry about till after you get the hang of it. After that, you just need to manage your child really well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal of treatment is for your child to stay away from the foods that cause the symptoms. Your child also needs a food allergy treatment plan and epinephrine autoinjectors in case of a severe allergic reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I<\/strong>f you want to know more about food allergies, we highly recommend talking to one of our top <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/food-allergies\/lahore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nutritionist\/food allergy specialists<\/a> online through <strong>Healthwire.pk.<\/strong> You can book an appointment by calling at (042) 32500989.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever seen a child who can\u2019t eat anything made from wheat, or can\u2019t drink milk&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":676,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-675","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-child-care-health"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Things to Know About Food Allergies in Children - Healthwire<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Food allergies in children are common. 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