Pediatric allergy guidelines were updated in 2021 to encourage introduction of peanut, egg, and other major food allergens as early as 4â6 months of age for all infants.
January 01, 2021
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Broadened recommendation to introduce common food allergens early for all infants
Professional pediatric allergy and immunology organizations revised clinical practice guidelines in 2015 and 2017 to allow early introduction of peanuts for high-risk infants.
January 01, 2015
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Guideline changes permitting early peanut exposure for infants at elevated risk