Health officials are set to review UK weaning guidance following growing evidence that introducing peanut and egg to developmentally ready babies from around four months may help prevent food allergies.
The review comes as leading scientists, clinicians and charities call for NHS advice to better reflect the latest research on food allergy prevention.
The Times article explores why experts believe current UK guidance is outdated, highlights evidence from countries including the United States and Australia where earlier allergen introduction has been linked to fewer food allergy diagnoses, and explains why campaigners are urging the Government to update national advice so more children can be protected from developing food allergies.