Q Are there foods my atopic child should avoid?
A Flour, dairy, and processed foods increase damp-heat. Since trigger foods differ for each child, keep a food diary.
Detailed Answer
The most common foods that worsen atopic dermatitis are flour (gluten), milk, eggs, nuts, and shrimp. However, they do not affect every child equally, so it is important to identify individual trigger foods through a two-week elimination diet.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
In Korean medicine, we generally limit greasy foods, spicy foods, and instant foods that promote damp-heat, and support digestive function with a diet centered on green and yellow vegetables and whole grains.
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