As researchers uncover the complexities behind cow’s milk allergy in breastfed infants, new evidence suggests that strict maternal dairy avoidance may not always be necessary, paving the way for more personalized and evidence-based management.
Study: Cow’s Milk Allergy in Breastfed Infants: What We Need to Know About Mechanisms, Management, and Maternal Role. Image Credit: Pixel-Shot / Shutterstock.com
Cow’s milk allergy (CMA) is one of the most common food allergies to develop during infancy. A recent review published in the journal Nutrients examines the immunological mechanisms underlying this allergy in breastfed infants, the role of gut dysbiosis, and the effectiveness of an elimination diet approach in its treatment.
The role of cow milk allergens and CMA risk in breastfed infants
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