If a child has not outgrown a food allergy by age _____,then he or she will likely have the food allergy for life.

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Research shows that about 80% of children outgrow allergies to milk, egg, soy, or wheat by age 5. However, allergies to peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish are typically lifelong allergies. Therefore, if a child has not outgrown a food allergy by age 3, it is unlikely to be outgrown later.

If a Child Has Not Outgrown a Food Allergy by Age