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Glossary · Medical
Food allergy
An immune-system response to a food protein, ranging from mild rash to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Top eight allergens cover ~90% of childhood cases: milk, eggs, peanut, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish. Diagnosis requires a pediatrician or allergist; self-diagnosis via online lists is unreliable.
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Miriel uses this concept across food scans, meal plans, and AI Coach responses where it is relevant to a child's profile. For the underlying clinical and scientific basis, see the research page.