Infant Allergies
Allergies are induced by food proteins that break free into the bloodstream and are mistaken (by the body) for bacteria or germs, causing the immune system to act in the wrong way. Your newborn baby is most likely to develop allergies if you or your partner suffer from them, but there is a pretty good chance he will grow out of them.
Infant Allergies
Signs of an Allergic Reaction
Infant Allergies
Itchy eyes
Runny nose
Rash
Diarrhea
Infant Allergies
In some terrible cases, an allergic response can set off anaphylaxis. This is a life-threatening condition which induces swelling in the mouth and throat, making breathing very troublesome. It can occur anywhere after a few minutes of eating, and up to two hours later. Thankfully, this response is quite rare.
A food allergy occurs when your body responds to a mainly innocuous substance as if it were harmful. The immune system kicks into gear and begins producing antibodies which set off the secretion of histamine; this is what makes the symptoms listed above.
Apart from food allergies, which can be outgrown, there are two general food intolerances which your son will not be able to leave behind. These foods will more than likely have to be avoided throughout his life, with respect to the potential of scientific breakthroughs.
This first sort of food intolerance is lactose intolerance. This means your baby will not decently digest the natural sugar in milk and other milk products (for instance yogurts and cheeses). Symptoms range from bloating, cramps, flatulence and diarrhea. Thankfully there are substitutions to these products in market today, such as soy milk, lactose-free milk and the like.
The second type of intolerance is brought about by the proteins discovered in grains. This is known as gluten intolerance.
So what is gluten? Gluten is the protein located in such grains like wheat, rye, barley, and sometimes oats. If affected by gluten, when the stuff comes into contact with your baby's intestines, the intestinal lining becomes smooth. This halts nutrients from being absorbed well by the body. Symptoms constitute: nausea, stomach pain, weight loss, diarrhea and irritability.
As a simple food rule, foods with gluten should by no means be given to children littler than 6 months of age. The older your new baby is, the less likely his intestines are going to contract a gluten intolerance (celiac disease). However, if your baby has been recognized to have celiac disease, he will have to permanently avoid such gluten-filled foods as breads, pastas and cereals. If this is the case, contact your pediatrician in order to come up with a diet plan to make sure your baby is still eating the right amount of nutrients. Thankfully, more and more shops are stocking up on a substantial range of gluten-free products, including breads and cookies.
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