Atopic dermatitis is a common skin condition in babies and is the primary manifestation of allergies. Its symptoms: itching, rashes, dry skin. Food allergy is considered the most common cause of atopic dermatitis. The best remedy for a child with this skin condition is breastfeeding. At the same time, a nursing mother must follow a strict diet that excludes allergenic foods.
Instructions
Step 1
Mother's milk replenishes the baby for the absence or lack of antibodies in the blood, which help the body to adapt to the environment. For example, immunoglobulin A begins to be produced on its own in small quantities only by the fourth month of life. And it protects the mucous membranes of the digestive system from allergen substances. Therefore, breast milk is so necessary for all babies, and especially for those who suffer from atopic dermatitis. A nursing mother of such a child should carefully monitor her diet. Her menu should not contain foods with allergenic properties. Strict adherence to the diet will help reduce allergic manifestations in the baby.
Step 2
The set of foods in such diets is individual, as is the list of prohibited or restricted foods. In each case, a special menu is selected for the mother. Foods that are allergic to a particular child are excluded.
Step 3
There is a list of foods that are unacceptable on the menu of any mom feeding a baby with atopic dermatitis. Products with dyes and preservatives, smoked meats, sausages, marinades, chocolate, cocoa and coffee are strictly prohibited. Confectionery, exotic fruits and citrus fruits are banned.
Step 4
With an exacerbation of skin reactions in a baby, the mother must reconsider and streamline her nutrition. She is advised to switch to a diet based only on hypoallergenic foods.
Step 5
The main part of the menu of such a diet should consist of hypoallergenic vegetables and fruits. These are considered fruits that are white or green in color. From cereals, buckwheat and rice are included in the diet - these are gluten-free cereals. This also includes corn grits. It is better to replace white rice with brown rice, which contains less starch.
Step 6
The diet includes any lean meat, except for chicken and beef. You can eat white fish. Red fish is excluded, as are any seafood. Fermented milk products included in the diet of a nursing mother should not contain chemical food additives. From sweets, marmalade, marshmallow, cookies without baking or drying are safe.
Step 7
It is very important that this diet is introduced for a limited period, only before the exacerbation is relieved. The rest of the time, a variety of foods should be introduced into the mother's diet in minimal quantities. This way the child will become familiar with allergens through breast milk and in the future it will be easier for him to adapt to such products.
Step 8
Of course, it is difficult to limit yourself to special diets for a long time and strictly follow the dietary rules. But all this will definitely give results. The disease will manifest itself less and less, it will be possible to avoid more serious allergic diseases of the child.
