Early introduction of solids & allergy
The EAT Study group suggests that the window of opportunity to prevent food allergies developing may be very early in life.…
Browsing: Weaning
Dysphagia (swallowing problems)
Swallowing Dysphagia is the medical term for swallowing difficulties. Some people with dysphagia have problems swallowing certain foods or liquids, while others…
What exactly is a Cow’s Milk Protein Intolerance (CMPI)?
Cow’s milk protein intolerance (CMPI) is defined as an abnormal reaction by the body’s immune system to one or both of…
Weaning: Solids, how much to give?
Solids can either help or make reflux worse when introduced. It is best to start with a small amount and increase…
What exactly is Lactose Intolerance?
Lactose intolerance is a digestive problem where the body is unable to digest lactose, which is a type of carbohydrate sugar…
Weaning Clinic: Am I giving enough?
Recently, we had an influx of questions about feeding and weaning. We set up a Weaning Clinic Q&A to kick off…
What is disgust reflex?
Following the insightful and very heart warming article written by Dawn, one of our reflux Ambassadors; about her son Dexter’s food…
Strawberries and Reflux
What’s in a Strawberry? Strawberries are a good source of vitamin C and manganese. They are also a very good source of dietary fibre,…
Apples and Reflux
What’s in an Apple? Vitamin A, Folate, Vitamin E, Potassium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Selenium. Also contains small amounts of iron, manganese, copper and zinc. Apple nutrients are mostly found in the skin!…
Avocado and Reflux
What’s in an Avocado? Avocados have a creamy pale green/yellow fleshy fruit centre with a large seed and tough green skin. They…