Food Allergy Study Day 2024 - Practical food allergy recordings

The virtual study day aimed to look and capture current evidence and practical guidance on food allergies. The content is aimed at dietitians working across all services of allergy, from paediatric to adults including milk allergy through the ages, emerging allergens, food labelling, immunotherapy and current research.

• Five top papers/ studies that have shaped allergy in the past year with Dr Paul Turner
• Cow’s milk protein allergy in children - Rosan Meyer, Paediatric Specialist Dietitian, KU Leuven, Belgium and Step by Step Kidz Nutrition Ltd
• Case Studies in Adult Cow’s Milk Allergy with Marianne Williams, Specialist Gastroenterology Dietitian, The Gut Clinic

As there is sparse research into adult CMPA, particularly non-IgE CMPA, this talk will focus on 2 case studies of adult patients seen in clinic exhibiting symptoms of CMPA and how a clinical judgment was made.

• Food Labelling - Codex and Owens Law with Dr Hazel Gowland, Allergy Action, Expert Advocate, Researcher and Trainer in Allergy Risks University of Southampton School of Medicine

Food allergen avoidance depends on accessible and accurate information about ingredients including regulated allergens as well as understanding the unintended presence of other allergens. Whether printed on packaging, written on menus or boards, listed on platforms and apps, communicated orally by staff, face to face or on the phone, or by email or message, identifying allergens in food or drink is critical for consumer safety and is regulated by law.

• Emerging allergies: Legume Allergy in Paediatrics- The current challenges with Misbah Primett, Paediatric Allergy Dietitian, St Georges Hospital, Little People Dietitian and Children’s Allergy Doctors

Legume allergy is a growing concern affecting individuals of all ages, with unique challenges due to the increasing use of legumes like peanuts, soy, lentils, and chickpeas in diets. These allergies can impact nutrition, particularly in children, and affect quality of life. This presentation will outline key issues, nutritional considerations, and practical tips for managing legume allergies effectively.

• Lipid transfer protein allergy: diagnosis & management with Hannah Hunter, Adult Allergy Dietitian, Guy’s & St Thomas

LTP allergy is being increasingly recognised in the UK in both adults and paediatrics. Due to its many complexities there are multiple challenges associated with both diagnosis and management. Appropriate dietary management is essential to minimise risks of allergic reactions whilst avoiding over-restriction. This presentation will focus on key features of LTP allergy, differentiating sensitisation vs allergy, foods involved, and patient/ family education.

• Food immunotherapy in the UK with Nandinee Patel, Consultant in Paediatric Allergy, Imperial College NHS Healthcare Trust

This talk will cover updates in oral food immunotherapy research; what to expect in the UK; practical considerations when undertaking OIT and MDT Q&A panel/

Those who attended the study day already have access to the study day recordings – please contact [email protected] for access.