126 | Introducing Allergens: A Step-by-Step Guide To Early Allergen Introduction In Infants Exam Room Nutrition: Where Busy Clinicians Learn About Nutrition podcast

Content provided by Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN, Colleen Sloan, and RDN. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN, Colleen Sloan, and RDN or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Exam Room Nutrition: Where Busy Clinicians Learn About Nutrition »
126 | Introducing Allergens: A Step-by-Step Guide to Early Allergen Introduction in Infants

3d ago 39:20

MP3•Episode home

For years, parents were told to delay introducing allergenic foods like peanuts and eggs. Now, the advice is the complete opposite—and your families are confused, anxious, and looking to you for answers.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Carina Venter—one of the world’s leading experts in pediatric food allergies. Together, we unpack the science, the guidelines, and the practical “how-to” steps clinicians need to confidently guide parents through early allergen introduction.

From maternal diet during pregnancy to the exact portion sizes and order of allergens to introduce, Dr. Venter gives you clear, evidence-based strategies you can take straight into clinic.

What You’ll Learn:

Whether maternal diet in pregnancy or breastfeeding impacts allergy risk
The safest timing for introducing peanut, egg, and other top allergens
How many days (if any) to wait between allergens
Appropriate portion sizes
Practical ways to introduce tricky foods like nuts and eggs safely
What to say to anxious families—especially those with a strong allergy history

Resources Mentioned:

Allergen Introduction Cheat Sheet - I took all the notes from this episode for you!

Cozyearth.com Use code EXAM at checkout for 40% the softest sheets ever.

Link to the book May Contain Anxiety

Article: Association between gut microbiota development and allergy in infants

Allergen ImmunoButters

Any Questions? Send Me a Message

Support the show

Connect with Colleen:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Sign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week.

Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

131 episodes

#Fitness #Medicine #Nutrition #Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN #Colleen Sloan #RDN #Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement