Why do some children develop food allergies, but others don’t?

Preventing childhood food allergies has become an urgent priority as rates continue to rise worldwide. Now affecting around 6–8% of children globally, childhood food allergies have tripled over the past decades in high-income countries, leaving families and healthcare professionals searching for answers.

In this episode, we speak with leading paediatric allergist Prof. Helen Brough to explore the key factors behind why some children develop allergies to foods such as peanuts, why others do not. We look at the latest evidence on preventing childhood food allergies, with practical advice starting from pregnancy through to the first year of life and beyond. We also discuss the latest developments in managing food allergies and the innovations on the horizon that could transform how we treat and support children living with these conditions.

For more information on preventing food allergies in babies, Prof. Brough recently published a practical guide for parents which can be accessed here.