dietary-consultation-for-mothers-of-children-with-food-allergies

Information and support from dietary consultation for mothers of children with food allergies

Heather MacKenzie, PhD, Jane Grundy, Gillian Glasbey, Taraneh Dean, PhD, Carina Venter, PhD

Background

Professional dietetic input is essential to ensure that children with diagnosed food allergies have an individualized avoidance plan and nutritionally adequate diet. However, it is not clear what dietary information and support parents require.

Objective

To explore what information and support parents of children with food allergies require from a dietary consultation.

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Conclusion

Mothers of children with food allergies want to understand how to provide a nutritionally adequate, allergen-safe diet while maintaining a normal life. Hence, mothers value a range of support from dietitians, including monitoring their child’s health and providing information, practical advice and support, and emotional support.

Information and support from dietary consultation for mothers of children with food allergies

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