Maternal diet rich in eggs and peanuts to reduce food allergies: a randomised controlled trial. [ 2018 - 2023 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Debra Palmer (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Jennifer Koplin ,  Mr Thomas Sullivan ,  Prof Dianne Campbell ,  Prof Maria Makrides
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Brief description Food allergies now affect more than 1 in every 10 children. Recently, babies have been found to be at risk of developing a food allergy even before they start eating solid foods. We have discovered that baby immune responses can be improved by mothers eating more eggs during the first weeks of breastfeeding. Thus we are undertaking this research trial to determine whether mothers regularly eating more eggs and peanuts during pregnancy and breastfeeding will reduce food allergies in their babies.

Funding Amount $AUD 3,719,516.16

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant