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According to the, approximately 1 in 13 children has a food allergy. Other children who have conditions such asceliac diseaseǰeosinophilic esophagitishave towatch what they eat and touch. Managingfood allergiesand other food-related health needs in school takes diligent effort.
“Parents should have a good understanding of their child’s food allergy or intolerance,” saysDr. Perdita Permaul, associate professor of clinical pediatrics and section chief of Pediatric Allergy/Immunology at Ƶ. “They should understand what could happen if their child ate that food, then take steps to help their kids stay safe.”
The Department of Pediatrics at Ƶ is affiliated with Children’s Hospital of New York at NewYork-Presbyterian.
During early childhood, you play a vital role in protecting your children’s digestive system and reducing the risk of allergic reactions. Tips for managing food allergies when your child is at school include:
“Through the early years, children watch parents ask questions that help protect their health,” says Ayelet Goldhaber, M.S., R.D., CDN, CLC dietician/nutritionist atNewYork-Presbyterian. “Now, it’s time for them to practice asking the questions.”
Use these tips to help children manage their allergies and other issues at school and beyond.
“Help normalize their differences and teach them to advocate for themselves,” says Liza Goldberg, CSW, social worker at Ƶ. “It can be difficult to say no to peers. However, children should understand that their health is non-negotiable, and that speaking up protects them.”
Food allergies, celiacdiseaseand other food-related disorders can affect your child’s health. They can even be dangerous. Thankfully, you can help protect your child, even at school.
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