Soy Allergy: Common Food Allergies in ChildrenMany children with cow's milk allergy also have a soy allergy. For that reason soy formulas are not always the best option for milk allergic children.Once a diagnosis is made, a diet completely free of soy must be followed. Although this may seem easy, it is an ingredient used in many processed foods, baked goods, baking mixes, cereals and soups. Symptoms of Soy AllergyAn allergy to soy can cause symptoms such as asthma, a stuffy nose, hives, and tissue swelling as well as gastrointestinal problems in children allergic to it. As mentioned above, an estimated 30-50% of babies allergic to cow’s milk protein also develop an allergy to soy when given a soy based formula.It can cause eczema in children, and in infants the allergy can cause loose stool and diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, irritability, crying, intestinal blood loss, anemia and failure to thrive. Respiratory symptoms include cough, asthma, wheezing and rhinitis.
ProteinsSoy protein is the protein people are allergic to. Below is a list of ingredients that indicate its presence.
Ingredients that Indicate the Presence of Soy in a FoodTofuOkara Supro Yuba Soy nuts Soybeans Soy grits Soy protein isolate Kyodofu Shoyu Tamari Soy milk Soy sauce Soybean paste Soy albumin Soy lecithin Miso Sobee Tempeh Soy beverage Soy sprouts Soy flour Soy protein Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) The diet of a child allergic to soy can contain a wide variety of foods as long as the ingredients above are eliminated from the diet. If you have any questions or are having trouble planning a diet, make an appointment with us or consult a dietitian in your area. We will be able to ensure your child is eating a balanced diet free of any food your child is allergic to. Return to Common Food Allergies. Return to Feeding Underweight Children Home from Soy Allergy. New! CommentsHave your say about what you just read! Leave me a comment in the box below. |
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