Early introduction of foods into infant weaning diets to induce oral tolerance and prevent food allergies. [ 2008 - 2011 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Debra Palmer (Principal investigator)

Brief description Food allergies can be life threatening, and with no treatment, prevention is crucial. Traditional advice for babies whose parents have allergies has been to delay the introduction of allergy causing foods. However, recent research has questioned this approach. In this study I plan to investigate whether the early introduction of fish and eggs in the weaning diet can reduce the incidence of allergy. The results will be crucial to determine the best approach to reduce the risk of food allergy.

Funding Amount $AUD 143,660.57

Funding Scheme Early Career Fellowships

Notes Australian Research Training ECF (Part-time)