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Allergic reactions to
foods can be simply prevented by reading food label and ingredients.
In early childhood, it is not recommended that children under the
age of one year old be subjected to cow’s milk or dairy products,
though many pediatricians will give the okay to introduce dairy at
the nine month check-up. An infant’s digestive system lacks the enzymes
necessary to breakdown the lactose in milk and milk products. Though
waiting until after one year to introduce certain foods decreases
the risk of an allergy, it does not eliminate the possibility of an
allergic reaction.
When preventing animal allergies, some doctors feel that a person
who is allergic to an animal should find the pet a new home. Getting
rid of a cat or dog can be an impossible solution when the pet is
loved and is the member of the family. Try to keep the animal clean,
well groomed (washing or brushing at least once a week). Brushing
and combing should be done outside the home. An allergic person should
not empty a cat-litter box or should wear a mask while doing so.
Children whose family members have airborne allergic conditions such
as asthma, hay fever, and eczema are at much higher risk of developing
these conditions themselves, so strategies for preventing allergic
diseases are particularly important for them. To avoid developing
airborne allergies, doctors recommend minimizing children’s exposure
to cigarette smoke and common allergens such as dust mites and animal
dander in the home. Breast-feeding also gives children some protection
from allergic illnesses.
Always consult your pediatrician when working on prevention strategies
for your children and family.
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