5 Common Symptoms That Could Be Food Allergies

This article is designed to help familiarize you with 5 common signs of an allergic reaction so you can take the necessary steps to protect your health.

Do you know the signs of an allergic reaction? Would you recognize anaphylaxis if you saw it?​​​​​​​​
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You introduce new foods to your new baby slowly, take your time, and pay attention in case of a bad reaction – but what are you really looking for?​​​​​​​​
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Even the most seasoned parents can easily miss an allergic reaction, especially the first time around.​​​​​​​​
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Knowing what to look for and following up with your pediatrician or allergist at the first sign of a reaction can help prevent an anaphylactic (stressful emergency!) event.​​​​​​​​
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Here are some handy tips:​​​​​​​​
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⏱️ Most symptoms occur within 1-second to 2-hours after ingesting food.​​​​​​​​
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🩺 Not every reaction happens the first time a new food is introduced; some intolerances build over time with each exposure. So, just because your little one didn't have a reaction last week doesn't mean they won't have one this week.​​​​​​​​
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Be on the lookout for: 👀 ​​​​​​​​
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🤒 Skin stuff! Rashes are common on the face and around the mouth but can also occur on the body. Also, take note of any itching, hives, eczema, or swelling of the face, lips, or tongue.​​​​​​​​
😷 Coughing.​​​​​​​​
🤧 Stuffy nose.​​​​​​​​
🤢 Tummy aches, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.​​​​​​​​
🥴 Dizziness and fainting.​​​​​​​​
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When you do see these symptoms, remember to stay calm, tag in a medical professional immediately, and take pictures to show your doctor if you can. You've got this!​​​​​​​​
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