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...milk. That means they contain cow milk protein. It’s important to remember that protein is the part of food that triggers allergic reactions. Because these formulas contain whole protein from cow milk, they are not suitable for managing cow milk allergies. Milk protein is THE most common food allergen for infants and young children. For children with cow milk allergy, these formulas are just not an option. Soy-based Formulas When avoiding cow milk proteins and...

...Needing allergy-friendly treats to host a birthday party for your food-allergic child who’s on a restricted diet? When your child has a food allergy or another condition limits foods he can eat, a typical birthday cake may not be an option. For example, most cakes and baked goods call for dairy, eggs, and wheat. All three are among the top eight allergens in the US! In fact, fish and shellfish are the only two...

...after a health concern or new diagnosis, or even due to a general life event such as a birthday or milestone that inspires you to change. One thing that all of you reading this most likely have in common is that you have embarked on a diet change due a medical concern or food allergy diagnosis, either for yourself or a loved one.   Diet changes are viewed as individual efforts A diet change for...

...remove the protein and fat that are naturally present in corn. Since the protein part of the food is what the body responds to in a typical allergic reaction, the removal of corn protein takes away this potential trigger. Leading experts in allergy management say that corn syrup is tolerated by individuals with corn allergies.1 Refined corn syrup is generally not restricted in the diets of individuals with corn allergies. If you have further concerns...

...these questions, you are not alone! First, everyone is unique, and there is no substitute for individualized guidance from your healthcare team. But let’s take a look at something called cross-reactivity to help you get the conversation started with your healthcare team to ask these questions. Identifying a Food Allergy and avoiding related foods An allergy to food happens when your immune system overreacts, typically to the protein in the food. For example, children often...