dietary-consultation-for-mothers-of-children-with-food-allergies
Posted: 3rd November 2014 | Posted by AdminMR
Information and support from dietary consultation for mothers of children with food allergies
Received: April 16, 2014; Received in revised form: September 23, 2014; Accepted: October 1, 2014; Published Online: October 25, 2014
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