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A recent study in Pediatrics found that introducing peanut products to infants can reduce the risk of developing peanut allergies by 43%, based on analysis of medical records of around 120,000 children under 3.,
A new study shows that early and frequent feeding of peanuts to infants, starting as early as 4 months, has helped approximately 60,000 children avoid developing peanut allergies, marking a significant public health success since guidelines changed in 2015 to promote early allergen exposure.
US peanut allergies have significantly decreased following a change in guidelines, indicating a positive impact of updated health policies on allergy prevention.
A study published in Pediatrics shows that food allergy rates in children under 3 decreased by 36% after guidelines in 2017 recommended early peanut introduction, with peanut allergies dropping by 43%.
A study published in Pediatrics suggests that using simple tools like training videos, prompts, and handouts can help pediatricians better counsel parents on early peanut introduction, which can significantly reduce the risk of children developing peanut allergies by up to 80%. The research emphasizes the importance of early exposure, especially between 4-6 months, and highlights the need for improved adherence to guidelines to prevent the rising trend of food allergies in children.
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Dr. Keith Roach advises against prophylactically removing the ovaries during a hysterectomy for women at average risk of ovarian cancer, as it may lead to increased risks of heart disease, overall death, and chronic kidney disease. The increase in peanut allergies is likely due to reduced early exposure to peanuts, rather than changes in the peanuts themselves.
Uber Eats faced criticism for a Super Bowl ad scene mocking peanut allergies, prompting the company to remove the controversial portion after backlash from social media users and non-profit organizations. The original ad, featuring celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and David Beckham, included a scene with a man experiencing an allergic reaction to peanuts, which was deemed insensitive. The updated ad now excludes the peanut allergy reference, but some critics argue that the issue should be taken more seriously.
A Super Bowl commercial for Uber Eats featuring Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer is facing backlash for making a joke about peanut allergies. The commercial, which revolves around forgetfulness, includes a segment where a man reacts to finding peanuts in peanut butter, prompting criticism from organizations and individuals who believe that peanut allergies should not be trivialized. The controversy has sparked calls for the segment to be edited out before the commercial airs during the Super Bowl.
A special toothpaste containing small amounts of peanuts may soon be available to help desensitize people with peanut allergies. In a small trial, all participants tolerated the highest dose of the peanut toothpaste without any moderate or severe reactions. The toothpaste, known as Oral Mucosal Immunotherapy (OMIT), delivers allergenic peanut proteins to the oral cavity, allowing for targeted delivery and simple administration. This method has the potential to desensitize patients to peanuts without requiring numerous clinic visits over several years. Further testing is needed before the toothpaste can be made available to patients.
Exposing infants to peanuts between 4 and 6 months of age can potentially prevent peanut allergies, but many parents are unaware of the new guidelines and remain anxious about early introduction. Research shows that allowing babies to have small tastes of peanut-containing foods can significantly reduce the risk of developing peanut allergies. However, a survey revealed that nearly 9 in 10 parents were not aware of the recommendations. Doctors recommend introducing peanuts to children without high-risk factors, such as a history of allergic disorders, when they start eating solid foods. More efforts are needed to inform parents about the benefits and risks associated with early peanut introduction and to provide resources for pediatricians to properly educate their patients.
A new study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology found that introducing peanut products to babies at four to six months of age can reduce peanut allergies by up to 77% of the population. The study used data from two previous trials and advised mothers to breastfeed for at least the first six months of their baby's life and introduce peanut products within the aforementioned time window. The researchers found that targeting the entire population can yield the greatest benefits as most allergies occur without any known risk factors.