Profilaktyka alergii pokarmowej już od narodzin

Children of allergic parents or siblings are special risk group for allergy development. The most important method of primary prevention of allergic diseases is mode of feeding. Exclusive breastfeeding in the period of first 4-6 months of life is recommended in allergy prevention. If it is impossible, feeding with partially hydrolyzed formula allows to avoid allergy development in many cases. Many formulas contain additional components with biological activity. Some of them, for example probiotics and prebiotics, long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids and nucleotides can be effective in prevention of allergic diseases. It is postulated to introduce of new products into infant diet gradually and singly, not before 4th month and not later then the end of 6th month of life.