A new parent relates to the nurse that the family has many known food allergies. Which is considered a primary strategy for feeding the infant with many family food allergies?
a. Using soy formula for feeding
b. Maternal avoidance of cow's milk protein
c. Exclusive breastfeeding for 4 to 6 months
d. Delaying the introduction of highly allergenic foods past 6 months
ANS: C
Exclusive breastfeeding for 4 to 6 months is now considered a primary strategy for avoiding atopy in families with known food allergies; however, there is no evidence that maternal avoidance (during pregnancy or lactation) of cow's milk protein or other dietary products known to cause food allergy will prevent food allergy in children. Researchers indicate that delaying the introduction of highly allergenic foods past 4 to 6 months of age may not be as protective for food allergy as previously believed. Likewise, studies have shown that soy formula does not prevent allergic disease in infants.
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