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Early Food Exposure Cuts Kids' Allergy Risk by 45%

3/5/2025

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Food allergies now impact 1 in 13 children, with increasing rates tied to processed diets and overly sanitized environments. A groundbreaking Swedish study reveals that introducing 13-14 diverse foods by 9 months can cut allergy risk by 45% by 18 months. Early exposure to common allergens may pave the way for healthier futures for our kids.

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Food allergies now impact 1 in 13 children, with increasing rates tied to processed diets and overly sanitized environments. A groundbreaking Swedish study reveals that introducing 13-14 diverse foods by 9 months can cut allergy risk by 45% by 18 months. Early exposure to common allergens may pave the way for healthier futures for our kids.