Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin D
For the health condition: Allergies (food)

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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Vitamin D has gained scientific attention regarding its potential role in modulating immune responses, including those related to allergies such as food allergies. Several observational studies have found an association between low vitamin D levels and an increased risk of allergic diseases, including food allergies, eczema, and asthma, particularly in children. The proposed mechanism involves vitamin D's ability to influence both innate and adaptive immune responses, potentially reducing inappropriate immune reactions to harmless antigens such as food proteins.

However, the evidence supporting vitamin D supplementation as a treatment or preventive measure for food allergies is limited and mixed. While some studies suggest that adequate vitamin D status during pregnancy and early childhood may reduce the risk of developing food allergies, randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have not consistently demonstrated a clear benefit of supplementation in preventing or treating established food allergies.

Clinical guidelines do not currently recommend vitamin D as a standard therapy for food allergies. The evidence is not strong enough to warrant routine use, but vitamin D deficiency should be corrected for general health. Ongoing research is exploring whether certain subgroups may benefit more from supplementation. At present, vitamin D's use in food allergy management is based on limited scientific evidence, and it should not replace established allergy prevention or treatment strategies.

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