@article {Chin338, author = {Benetta Chin and Edmond S. Chan and Ran D. Goldman}, title = {Early exposure to food and food allergy in children}, volume = {60}, number = {4}, pages = {338--339}, year = {2014}, publisher = {The College of Family Physicians of Canada}, abstract = {Question I have been under the impression that infants should avoid potential allergenic foods such as nuts, cow{\textquoteright}s milk, and eggs in order to avoid developing allergic reactions. What advice should I give parents regarding the introduction of food in infancy and the development of food allergy?Answer There is no evidence that delaying the introduction of any specific food beyond 6 months of age helps to prevent allergy. A recent Canadian Paediatric Society statement recommends no delay in the introduction of food in infancy. Recent research also appears to suggest that early introduction of potentially allergenic foods (at 4 to 6 months of age) might actually provide a form of protection and help prevent allergy, but more research is needed.}, issn = {0008-350X}, URL = {https://www.cfp.ca/content/60/4/338}, eprint = {https://www.cfp.ca/content/60/4/338.full.pdf}, journal = {Canadian Family Physician} }