1. Eggs
While most of us cannot imagine our lives without eggs, there are plenty of people out there who are allergic to eggs. This allergy develops when the immune system overreacts to proteins in egg whites and yolks. When starting solids for your infant, it is advisable to introduce first only the yolks in gradual portions, keeping an eye out for any reactions, while the egg white is only to be introduced after the one year stage.
According to estimates, some 2 percent of all children are allergic to eggs. While this may seem like a large number, you should keep in mind that studies further show that by the time they turn 16, about 70 percent of children outgrown the condition. Milk rashes are the least of your problems when dealing with a child that is allergic to eggs since anaphylaxis is also “on the menu” of possibilities. This makes it one of the worst most common food allergies in children.
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