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...Nutrition plays an important role in proper growth during childhood. Children with food allergies must restrict certain foods from their diet, which may make them susceptible to nutritional deficiencies and growth problems. In addition to restricting allergenic foods, some children with food allergies have feeding problems which further restrict their nutritional intake. In 2002, the Journal of the American Dietetic Association published research showing that children with two or more food allergies were...

...We’ve talked about Short Bowel Syndrome (SBS) in previous posts. Our last post on SBS talked about how the small intestine is the absorption hub on the GI tract. When part of the small intestine is removed, you lose that important area for water and nutrient absorption and your body is no longer able to utilize the food and liquid that you consume. For this reason, total parental nutrition (TPN) may be necessary at...

...In this post, we will address the questions regarding breastfeeding and formulas. Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for infants. It is the first choice of the World Health Organization (WHO) and healthcare professionals around the world. Breastfeeding and formulas in children with allergies Some children can have an allergic reaction to dairy, soy, and other food proteins passed along in their mother’s breast milk, so breastfeeding and formulas become an option...

...Our guest blog today comes from Raquel Durban, a Registered Dietitian specializing in immediate and delayed food allergies in Charlotte, NC. Raquel is a medical advisory board member for the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT) and an active participant in the American Academy of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology (AAAAI), American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED) and International Network for Diet and Nutrition in Allergy (INDANA). We would like to thank Raquel...

...or online, visit our Where to Buy page. The start of the year is always a good time for reflection. It would be an understatement to say that 2022 was a challenging year for families who depend on amino acid-based formulas. Since the Abbott Nutrition recall of their amino acid-based formula, Elecare®, was announced in February of 2022 and the subsequent shortages of other brands of amino acid-based formulas, it was a whirlwind for parents...

...products is based on scientific recommendations of experts that set nutrition guidance for the world and North America to ensure health and growth for children. The total level of protein for our Neocate Junior products designed for those over the age of 1, is approximately 12% of energy from protein. This level is in line with the protein ranges outlined by North American Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (5-20% for 1-3 years...