Episode 245: Could Food Elimination Be Making Your Child’s Eczema or Allergies Worse?

Food Elimination Diets for Kids: When They Help and When They Make Eczema Worse

When your child’s eczema or allergies flare, it’s natural to start scanning the plate. Dairy goes first. Then gluten. Then eggs. Then anything that feels even remotely suspicious. And yet… the flare-ups keep coming.

This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we’re continuing our Eczema and Allergies Series by taking a closer look at food elimination — not from a place of blame, but from a place of understanding. We explore why cutting more and more foods can sometimes leave families feeling stuck, stressed, and confused, and why food isn’t always the real issue driving ongoing reactions.

In this episode, we unpack:

• Why food elimination feels like the most logical first step when eczema or allergies show up and why it often becomes unsustainable.
• How repeated restriction can quietly impact gut health, nutrient intake, and immune balance over time.
• The difference between avoiding a true allergy and navigating food sensitivities with a longer-term plan.
 • What to focus on instead when your goal is calmer skin, fewer reactions, and a more resilient immune system.

🎧 Tune in to understand why eczema and allergies are rarely “just about food,” and how shifting your focus from constant elimination to internal support can help your child’s body respond more calmly, now and in the future.

Resources & Links Mentioned

🌱 🌱 Grab a copy of our FREE Eczema & Allergy-Friendly Recipes here

It shouldn’t be this hard to feed your child without worrying what might trigger a rash, hives, bloating or another stressful night. But the good news? Relief doesn’t have to come from restriction… it can start with simple, gut-friendly recipes your kids will actually enjoy.

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🌱 Coming Soon: Free Masterclass on Immune Support for Allergic Kids

We will be launching an exciting FREE masterclass focused on building internal resilience and immune support strategies for children with allergies and eczema.

Stay tuned for details on how to access this valuable resource in the coming weeks!

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