Common Food Allergies in Children & Infants: A Comprehensive Guide

Question
Hi there,
   I was just wondering as to which food can cause an allergy in childran and infants?
Thanks, Brian

Answer
Hi Brian,

Any food can potentially cause an allergy, however the following eight foods account for 90% of all food-allergic reactions:

Milk
Egg
Peanut
Tree nut (walnut, cashew, etc.)
Fish
Shellfish
Soy
Wheat

These foods are usually the last foods introduced to infants, to reduce the risk of an allergic reaction.

For more information on food allergies, visit www.foodallergy.org.

Karen