Early Peanut Introduction in Infants Reduces Allergy Risk Into Adolescence

New research shows a 71% reduction in peanut allergies when infants consume peanuts regularly from an early age.

• The LEAP-Trio study followed children who started eating peanuts in infancy until age 5.
• Participants who consumed peanuts early had a significantly lower prevalence of peanut allergies at age 13.
• Early peanut consumption was effective even in high-risk groups with severe eczema or egg allergies.
• The American Academy of Pediatrics now supports early introduction of peanuts to prevent allergies.
• Researchers recommend starting peanut foods as early as 4 months in a form safe for infants.

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