Allergy-Proof Meal Planning for Children
Allergy-Proof Meal Planning for Children Feeding a child with food allergies can feel like walking a nutritional tightrope. Whether it’s dairy, eggs, peanuts, or gluten, every meal becomes a careful decision. But with smart planning, kids with food allergies can still enjoy safe, delicious, and balanced meals. This guide offers practical meal planning strategies approved by pediatric nutritionists to help parents create allergy-proof meals without sacrificing nutrition or flavor. 1. Start with Safe Staples Choose naturally allergen-free foods as the base of every meal. Safe staples include: Brown rice, quinoa, or sweet potatoes Fresh fruits and vegetables Lean meats or allergy-safe plant proteins like lentils or chickpeas Oat or rice-based products labeled “allergy-friendly” 2. Master the Ingredient Label Food labels can be tricky. Look for “Contains” statements for top allergens (milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish). Be ca...