Association of food allergy in children with vitamin D insufficiency: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Conclusion: Decreased maternal vitamin D levels and infant vitamin D insufficiency appear to increase the incidence of food allergies, particularly in the second year of life. To confirm this association, multicenter longitudinal studies are required.What is Known:• In newborns and young children, vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency are prevalent.• The exact role of vitamin D in atopic diseases remains controversial.What is New:• Decreased maternal vitamin D levels and infant vitamin D insufficiency appear to increase the incidence of food allergies. This association is more evident in the second year of life.
Source: European Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research