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How to Donate or Request Breast Milk from Human Milk Banks
Human breast milk is superior in the nourishment of healthy babies and in the treatment of premature babies and those with special medical conditions. However, when the mother is unable to provide breast milk due to a health condition or during disasters, donor human breast milk is the first alternative. This is why the Philippines…
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Nutrition for Allergies Series: Fish Allergy
Image Source: www.shutterstock.com As of 2018, less than 1% of global population has fish allergy. It is more common in countries with higher fish consumption such as the Philippines which has a higher prevalence of 2.29% as compared to other countries. Fish allergy is due to our body’s abnormal response to fish proteins such as…
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Nutrition for Allergies Series: Wheat Allergy
Image Source: https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Food-allergies-intolerances/Facts-about-Wheat-Allergies.aspx Wheat allergy is the 5th most common food allergy among children in the Philippines. Children who have a history of atopic dermatitis, asthma and allergic rhinitis have an increased risk of developing wheat allergy. Generally, children develop wheat tolerance by school age years (6-12 years old) however some who had severe allergic…
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Nutrition for Allergies Series: Soy Allergy
Image Source: www.shutterstock.com Soy allergy is the top 6 most common food allergy among children in the Philippines. It is due to the body’s abnormal reaction to soy proteins especially in some children with an immature digestive system or with underlying disease. Soy allergy symptoms include: Skin: Rashes, Swelling, Redness, Itchiness Digestive System: Nausea, Vomiting,…
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Nutrition for Allergies Series: Peanut Allergy
Image Source: www.shutterstock.com Peanut allergy is the top 7 most common food allergy among children in the Philippines. It is due to the body’s abnormal immune response against peanut proteins. Unlike other food allergies, peanut allergy tends to persist up to adulthood and allergic reactions are often severe and may vary with different episodes of…
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Nutrition Tips for Lactose Intolerance
Image Source: https://www.istockphoto.com/ Lactose intolerance is an example of an adverse food reaction that is not related to an abnormal immune system response. It is due to the deficiency of the enzyme lactase which breaks down lactose sugars in the digestive system. Without this enzyme, lactose builds up and causes digestive symptoms such as: bloating,…
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NNC XI Forges Partnership with PAN-AP for Nutrition Month Campaign
The National Nutrition Council Davao Region has recently sealed its partnership with Philippine Association of Nutrition – Alpha Pi Chapter (PAN-AP) in the promotion of good nutrition, beginning with the 47th Nutrition Month campaign. The partnership aims to enhance the two organizations’ engagement and reach to a wider array of audience and further enhance the…
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Nutrition Tips for Egg Allergy
Egg allergy is the third most common food allergy among children and adults in the Philippines. It is due to the abnormal reaction of the body’s immune system against egg proteins found mostly in the egg white and lesser amounts from the egg yolk. Symptoms occur within minutes to hours after ingestion and may include…
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Adverse Food Reactions: Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance
Adverse food reactions are abnormal reactions of the body to food either via ingestion, contact or inhalation of food substances. It is divided into two types: Food allergy and Food intolerance. It is important to differentiate between the two types because their dietary and medical interventions vary. Here are some simple ways of determining whether…
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Preventing Allergies During the First 1000 Days
Food allergies during the first 1000 days have critical nutritional implications such as nutrient deficiencies especially in cases of milk allergy among infants and children. However, food allergies can be prevented through dietary interventions and lifestyle strategies from the start of pregnancy to decrease the risk of children developing allergies. Based on the Philippine Guidelines…
