Food allergy can cause severe anaphylactic reactions and is associated with a substantial burden for patients and their families. Food allergy may be preceded by other atopic diseases in a progression known as the atopic march. Over the past several years, nutritional interventions that can reduce the risk of food allergy development have been identified. Providers should be familiar with these evidence-based options so that they can counsel parents on ways to reduce the risk for food allergy in their infants.
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