Prevalence of Tree Nut Allergies in Dutch Children
A study found that nearly 6% of Dutch children aged 1-12 years have parent-reported tree nut allergies, with walnut, hazelnut, and cashew being the most common allergens. The research highlighted that fewer than a quarter of children were introduced to tree nuts before 12 months of age, with early introduction more common among younger children. The findings suggest a need for improved prevention strategies and educational campaigns regarding tree nut consumption in early childhood.
- ▪The prevalence of parent-reported tree nut allergies in Dutch children was 5.9%.
- ▪Walnut, hazelnut, and cashew were the most frequently reported allergens.
- ▪Only 24.2% of children were introduced to tree nuts before 12 months of age.
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TOPLINE:The prevalence of parent-reported tree nut allergies was nearly 6% in Dutch children aged 1-12 years, with walnut, hazelnut, and cashew emerging as the most common allergens. Fewer than one quarter of children were introduced to tree nuts before 12 months of age, although this early introduction was more common among preschoolers and toddlers than among school-aged children.METHODOLOGY:Researchers conducted an observational cohort study in Netherlands to assess the parent-reported prevalence of tree nut allergy and to evaluate consumption patterns of tree nuts in children aged 1-12 years.They included 1867 children, comprising 476 toddlers aged 1-3 years, 862 preschoolers aged 4-6 years, and 529 school-aged children aged 7-12 years.Parents completed a digital questionnaire…
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