Protein allergy in babies is a problem that requires special attention from mothers. So, why do babies develop protein allergies? This is mainly due to the underdeveloped gastrointestinal system in babies, which makes it easy for certain allergens to enter the bloodstream through the intestinal wall and trigger allergic reactions. When dealing with allergies, we should not only focus on avoiding allergens, but also pay attention to providing comprehensive nutrition to babies and avoiding affecting their growth and development.
To alleviate the discomfort in the baby's stomach, we can choose milk powder containing beneficial bacteria. This type of milk powder helps promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the baby's stomach, thereby maintaining the balance of the stomach microbiota. When the discomfort in the baby's stomach gradually stabilizes, the ability to digest and absorb protein will also increase accordingly, reducing the risk of allergies.
Babies who are allergic to cow's milk formula can drink breast milk or goat milk powder, which does not contain - S1 casein and - lactoglobulin and is less likely to develop allergies. It is recommended that parents, under the guidance of a doctor or pediatrician, choose a special formula specifically designed for babies who are allergic to milk protein when choosing milk powder. But many babies with milk protein allergies may experience symptoms again after they have recovered [1]. Mothers can use a nutritionally comprehensive and more easily absorbable partially hydrolyzed formula under the guidance of a doctor to continuously reduce the risk of allergies.
It is worth noting that protein is not only a component of infant formula, but many high protein foods may also cause allergies in babies. When babies consume these foods, protein is seen as an invading pathogen, triggering an immune response and resulting in allergic symptoms. Mild allergies may manifest as eczema and urticaria on the skin, while severe allergies may lead to nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, rhinitis, asthma, and even shock.
Common high protein allergenic foods include milk, eggs, soybeans, wheat, nuts, peanuts, fish, and shellfish. Especially for poultry eggs, the main allergen is the egg white protein in the egg white. However, this allergen has poor heat resistance, so the probability of inducing allergies in poultry eggs treated with high temperatures will be significantly reduced.
Milk allergy is particularly common in infants, so allergic babies should not only avoid drinking milk, but also try to avoid consuming dairy products such as cheese, yogurt, lactose free milk, and cream cakes. In order to ensure the baby's nutritional intake, other foods can be selected as alternatives, such as soybean milk and soymilk, which use soybeans as raw materials and contain neither lactose nor milk protein.
Babies under one year old should not consume egg whites or foods containing whole eggs; It is not necessary for babies to eat whole eggs for experimentation before getting vaccinated against leprosy; Baby has an allergic reaction to eggs, do not eat for six months; Don't be too superstitious about the nutritional value of eggs.
Mothers should have a deep understanding of the relevant knowledge of protein allergies in their babies, in order to choose suitable formula and food for their babies and avoid discomfort. While paying attention to the health of babies, it is also important to ensure that they receive sufficient nutrition to lay a solid foundation for their growth.
