Nestle(US:NSRGY) Xin Hua Wang·2025-08-12 05:58Core Viewpoint - The rising incidence of food allergies, particularly cow's milk protein allergy, poses a significant challenge to children's health in China, necessitating early identification and standardized intervention to improve outcomes [1][4]. Group 1: Prevalence and Impact of Cow's Milk Protein Allergy - The detection rate of food allergies in infants aged 0-24 months is between 5.6% and 7.3%, with cow's milk protein being the most common allergen for children under three [4]. - Short-term effects of cow's milk protein allergy include skin symptoms like eczema, gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea, and respiratory symptoms like nasal congestion and cough [4]. - Prolonged allergy can increase the risk of malnutrition by 40%, potentially leading to growth delays and cross-allergies to other foods, with symptoms possibly persisting into adolescence [4]. Group 2: Nutritional Management and Solutions - Nestlé Health Science has developed comprehensive products and solutions for managing cow's milk protein allergy, emphasizing the importance of early medical intervention and proper dietary management [5][12]. - Specialized medical formula foods, such as extensively hydrolyzed formulas or amino acid-based formulas, are recommended for infants diagnosed with cow's milk protein allergy to ensure adequate nutrition [7][8]. - The effectiveness of extensively hydrolyzed formulas is supported by clinical trials, with a focus on reducing allergenic residues and ensuring proper growth and development for affected infants [8][12]. Group 3: Public Awareness and Education - There is a significant gap in parental knowledge regarding cow's milk protein allergy management, with over 70% of parents unaware of scientific approaches to address the issue [9]. - Common misconceptions include prematurely switching formulas after symptom relief and not adhering to medical advice for the duration of dietary management [9]. - Collaborative efforts between Nestlé Health Science and media platforms aim to enhance public understanding of children's nutritional health through education and outreach initiatives [10][12].