Food allergies in children

Does your family have a history of eczema, asthma, hay fever or food allergies? Learn about food allergies in children and how to spot a reaction.

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Food allergies

Some people are allergic to different types of food such as milk, eggs and wheat. Read here to find out more about living with food allergies.

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Allergies to seafood

Seafood allergy is complex, and most people don’t grow out of it. Find out more about the symptoms and diagnosis of seafood and fish allergy.

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Allergic reactions to cow's milk

Allergic reactions to cow’s milk are very common. It is seen in about 1 in 50 infants. Learn more here about allergy to milk proteins.

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Nut allergies

Allergies to tree nuts and peanuts are a common cause of severe allergic reactions. Find out more here about managing nut allergies.

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Egg allergy

Egg allergy usually starts in infancy, but most children grow out of it. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of egg allergy, and ways to avoid egg.

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Lactose intolerance

Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, or milk sugar. Learn more about treatment, symptoms and tests for lactose intolerance.

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Dietitians

Dietitians help people understand relationships between food and health. Learn about dietitians, their role and what you can expect from a dietitian.

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Antihistamines

Antihistamine medications help ease allergy symptoms. Read more about how they're used to treat conditions like hay fever and asthma.

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Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction needing urgent care. Learn about triggers, symptoms, treatment and what to do in an emergency.

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Vomiting in children

Learn more about what can cause vomiting in children. Read our tips to help you manage the symptoms and know when you should see a doctor.

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Underlying causes of vomiting

Your vomiting may be due to many reasons. Learn more about different causes of vomiting such as infections, migraine, and medical treatments.

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Vomiting

Vomiting is usually not a sign of anything serious and tends to only last one or two days. Learn about the causes and when to get medical advice.

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Allergen immunotherapy

Allergen immunotherapy involves taking gradually increasing doses of allergen extracts over time to treat allergies. Read on to learn more.

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Adrenaline

Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a natural stress hormone. It is also a medicine used in an emergency for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

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Healthy eating for children

Healthy eating habits in children help them stay well and helps prevent illness. Learn about balanced diets, portion sizes and managing allergies.

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Allergy testing

Allergy testing is used to find the allergens that cause allergy or asthma symptoms. Find out more here about different types of allergy tests.

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Eczema

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) may cause red, itchy and dry skin. Find out the causes of eczema and how to treat it, including avoiding triggers.

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How to read food labels

Food labels contain detailed nutrition information about packaged foods. Learn how to make informed decisions when shopping for food for your family.

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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

In irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), abdominal pain and change in bowel habits can impact your quality of life. Learn how to manage your symptoms.

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Sugar

Learn more about both natural and added sugars, sweet substitutes and how to reduce your intake to help prevent conditions such as obesity.

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Accidentally eating unsafe foods (ingesting questionable foods)

Avoid unsafe foods like expired, mouldy, or contaminated items. Watch for symptoms and seek medical help if needed.

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