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Can you grow out of allergies?

child with allergic glue ear holding ears

Food allergies affect 2 per cent of adults and up to 5 per cent of children, so can you grow out of allergies?

Allergies can develop at any point in your life, but for most people, they develop during early childhood. The most common being allergies to:

  • milk
  • eggs
  • peanuts
  • tree nuts
  • soy
  • wheat

Can you grow out of allergies?

child eating cereal from a bowl

A recent study found that just over a quarter of children outgrow their allergies by the time they are five years old. The study reported that it’s more common in those who:

  • Are allergic to milk, egg or soy (rather than shellfish, tree nut and peanut)
  • Presented with their first symptoms quite early in life
  • Had a history of only mild-to-moderate reactions
  • Reacted to only one food
  • Had eczema as their only symptom

How can you grow out of allergies?

child eating a plate of food

Why some children overcome their allergies is not yet completely understood. One theory is that a child’s tolerance increases when they are exposed to low levels allergens while their immune system is still developing.

The link to adult eczema, hay fever and asthma

woman with histamine intolerance blowing nose with tissue

Those who have reactions in early childhood are also more likely to develop reactions to airborne allergens later in life, which can lead to eczema, hay fever and asthma (the “atopic triad” of symptoms). This may be due to overproduction of an antibody called immunoglobulin E (IgE) during infancy, the antibody responsible for dreaded allergy symptoms.

Natural allergy treatment

At Health & Wellness Australia & Auckland (HWA), our Naturopaths use a form of muscle testing (kinesiology) to help pinpoint the substances triggering your child’s allergy symptoms. Following this, we perform a natural allergy treatment called Positive Association Technique (PAT), which aims to reduce their reactions and symptoms.

PAT is a non-invasive holistic therapy, which:

  • draws on acupressure and kinesiology techniques
  • aims to re-train your body
  • may reduce your reactions to food and environmental substances that may be causing or exacerbating your symptoms.

Some cases can be complex, so our Naturopaths may also recommend supplements and herbs, and provide lifestyle advice to help you achieve the best long-term results.

Get in touch

  • Call us on 1300 853 023 / 09 479 5997 (NZ) to chat to our friendly staff
  • Send our PAT Naturopaths a question HERE
  • Request a Free PAT Information E-PACK HERE

Please note that this blog contains general information only. Always consult your healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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