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...mostly of fat, fat is an important component of nutrition for infants and toddlers and fat intake should not be restricted during this period. DHA and ARA: DHA and ARA are fatty acids found in breast milk. Research shows that DHA and ARA are important for brain and eye development, especially during the first year of life. The levels of DHA and ARA in breast milk and formula has been linked to better visual acuity...

...comparison to the children with the lowest triclosan levels. The researchers say that their findings are consistent with the hygiene hypothesis. It’s important to note that these findings don’t mean that the use of antimicrobial products causes the development of allergies, just that there is an association between the two. More research is needed to know exactly what relationship exists. Antibacterial products certainly play an important role in preventing the spread of illnesses. Like most...

...US versus outside the US. We didn’t see that coming! Finally, children who moved to the US from another country were more likely to develop allergic disorders the longer they lived in the US! We’d love to know if children who are born in the US and move away see a decrease in allergic disorders… What do you think of the results of this new research – did they surprise you? – Rob McCandlish, RDN...

...difference, and you would be wrong. Not only are you the expert on yourself and what you need to improve your quality of life, but because you belong to a unique and small community, you are also an expert on your disease. Personal stories on what you are experiencing and what would help either through medical research or legislation is vital to instigate change. It is necessary to ensure that legislators and medical professionals remember...

...Last year, we were very excited to see how the Teal Pumpkin Project took off! This concept started in Tennessee with the local food allergy group, FACET, and is now led by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE). This year, we’ve noticed even more news coverage and buzz around this great initiative. One of my neighbors even posted about her family’s teal pumpkin, and encouraged the whole neighborhood to participate! This is great news...

...mothers on allergy elimination diets. Go Dairy Free: Is an informational website for dairy-free living and the goal is to provide honest, unbiased information about going dairy free. AllergyMoms: Provides support for parents of kids with food allergies. They provide dairy-free allergy recipes as well as the latest news and research on breast-feeding, eczema, reflux and anaphylaxis. KellyMom: This site is run by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant who provides lots of helpful information...

...They can also influence digestion or other aspects of health. Here are some conditions in which research has found evidence that certain, specific probiotics may be helpful: Alleviating or managing infectious diarrhea Lessening risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea Decreasing risk of daycare-associated diarrhea Lessening risk of nosocomial diarrhea (related to infections picked up in a hospital) Helping manage inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis) Managing atopic dermatitis associated with food allergy Reducing risk of necrotizing...