AYURVEDIC INSIGHT INTO MANAGING
MILK
ALLERGY
BY:
IAFA AYURVEDA
DR. MADHAVI GUPTA
Dr. Madhavi Gupta is a renowned
Ayurvedic physician with over 12 years of
dedicated experience in effectively
managing and treating allergies through
holistic and natural approaches.
A prolific author and researcher, she has
contributed extensively to the field of
Ayurveda by publishing insightful books
and research papers that bridge ancient
wisdom with modern health challenges.
Dr. Madhavi’s passion lies in empowering
individuals to reclaim their health and
vitality by addressing the root causes of
allergies, promoting balance, and
enhancing overall well-being.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Milk Allergy, symptoms and causes
Ayurvedic Aspect of Milk Allergies
Why Formula Milk is not advised for new born babies
Caesin Protein Allergy
Whey Protein Allergy
Difference between Milk Allergy and Lactose Intolerance
Ayurvedic Remedies for Milk Allergies
Alternatives of Milk
Lactose free formula milk options
GLOBAL PREVALENCE OF MILK
ALLERGIES
Do you know that over 65% of the global population
struggles with digesting milk?
You might not be aware but you or your child could be one of
them?
DOES YOUR CHILD ALWAYS COMPLAINS OF UPSET
STOMACH OR ITCHY SKIN AFTER DRINKING MILK?
WHAT IS MILK
ALLERGY?
Milk Allergy is a
condition when your
immune system
overreacts to
proteins present in
the milk.
Symptoms
Hives.
Nausea or vomiting.
Abdominal pain.
Diarrhea.
Rash.
Itching.
Tingling or swelling
of your lips, tongue
or throat.
WHY FORMULA MILK IS NOT THE
RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOUR BABY?
Few Scientific Reasons Why Formula Milk is Not Considered as Good as Breast Milk
Increased risk of various infections: The study revealed that infants who take formula
milk are more susceptible to various gastrointestinal diseases, NEC, respiratory
infections, etc.
Less cognitive development: Formula-fed children score less on IQ tests as compared
to breast-fed children due to the presence of more DHA in breast milk.
Risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome): According to the Oklahoma breastfeeding
center risk of SIDS increased twice in infants who are on formula milk as compared to
infants who are breastfeeding.
Increased risk of obesity: The study revealed that the risk of obesity in later life
increased in infants who are formula milk fed by 20- 30%. (Infant feeding practice and
obesity risk, pediatrics, 2005)
Weaker immune system: Research revealed that infants who are formula milk fed have
weaker immune systems as pathogenic bacteria increased and beneficial gut bacteria
like Bifidobacterium, levels reduced in them.
Increased risk of Chronic diseases: As compared to infants fed on breast milk, formula
milk-fed infants are at greater risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, type- 2
diabetes, etc.
CASEIN PROTEIN ALLERGY
In milk, mainly two types of protein are present: Casein and Whey. While 80% of milk
protein content is casein which is a digesting protein, Whey contributes 20% of milk
protein. During digestion, casein forms a gel-like substance in the stomach which releases
nutrients and makes it an excellent choice for sustained protein delivery. But in some
children and adults, it can trigger allergic reactions due to which various digestive, and
respiratory system-related issues and skin allergies occur, and this condition is known as
casein protein allergy.
Casein Protein Allergy - As Per Ayurveda
Milk (Ksheera) is considered as Rasayana (rejuvenator), highly nourishing and Sattvic food
as per Ayurveda, but due to weak digestive fire (Manda Agni), incompatible combination,
etc. it may lead to an imbalance in Dosha mainly Kapha and Vata. As per Ayurveda, casein
protein allergy when seen in children and infants due to immature digestive fire
(Mandagni) results in difficulty in the digestion of milk and results in various symptoms
like skin rashes, and various respiratory and digestive issues. This condition is related to
Ksheeralsaka in children, especially the non-IgE mediated type of casein protein allergy. In
Adults when toxin (Ama) formation occurs due to improper consumption of milk (e.g. milk
with salty food or milk with fish, etc leads to allergic reactions such as skin inflammation,
and respiratory and digestive issues but in adults this condition is rare.
WHEY PROTEIN
ALLERGY
Whey protein allergy is an
adverse immune reaction
to proteins found in whey,
which is one of the two
main components of milk,
the other being casein.
When someone with a
whey protein allergy
consumes products
containing whey, their
immune system mistakenly
identifies the protein as a
harmful substance and
triggers an allergic
reaction.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MILK
ALLERGY AND LACTOSE
INTOLERANCE
Milk Allergy is due
to hypersensitive
reaction of immune
system against
protein present in
milk.
It can produce
symptoms have
rashes, hives,
difficulty in
breathing
Lactose intolerance
occurs when the
body is unable to
digest lactose
present in the milk
due to deficiency of
enzyme lactase.
This condition only
produces
gastrointestinal
symptoms.
AYURVEDIC
PERSPECTIVE
Milk (Ksheera) is considered as Rasayana (rejuvenator), highly
nourishing and Sattvic food as per Ayurveda, but due to weak
digestive fire (Manda Agni), incompatible combination, etc. it may
lead to an imbalance in Dosha mainly Kapha and Vata. As per
Ayurveda, casein protein allergy when seen in children and infants
due to immature digestive fire (Mandagni) results in difficulty in the
digestion of milk and results in various symptoms like skin rashes,
and various respiratory and digestive issues. This condition is related
to Ksheeralsaka in children, especially the non-IgE mediated type of
casein protein allergy. In Adults when toxin (Ama) formation occurs
due to improper consumption of milk (e.g. milk with salty food or milk
with fish, etc leads to allergic reactions such as skin inflammation,
and respiratory and digestive issues but in adults this condition is
rare.
AYURVEDIC
SYMPTOMS
Symptoms of Casein Protein Allergy - As Per the Ayurveda Perspective
Vataja Symptoms: Irregular bowel movements, bloating, etc.
Pittaja Symptoms: Burning sensation, skin rashes, inflammation, etc.
Kaphaja Symptoms: Heaviness, nausea, congestion, etc.
Other symptoms are as follows:
Colicky pain (Shula)
Smelling undigested watery stool (Atisara)
Yellowish-white urine (Peeta Shweta Murata)
Gaseous distention (Vishtambha)
Dry eructation (Shushka Udgara)
Vomiting (Chardi)
Throwing out the limb irritability (Anga Vikshepa)
Frequent crying episodes in children (Kunjan), etc
ALTERNATIVES OF MILK
Use plant
based milk
such as
Rice Milk
Soy Milk
Sesame
milk
Almond
Milk
Coconut
milk
Cashew
milk
HERBS
Herbs that Can be Used to Treat Casein Protein Allergy
In Children to reduce allergic reactions and inflammation herb
turmeric (Curcuma longa), for digestive and immunity enhancement,
herbs like Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), and to reduce
hypersensitivity, mild decoction of herbs like Shirish (Albizia
lebbeck) are given. In Adults also to enhance immunity, improving
digestive fire, for pacifying Kapha and Pitta Dosha, and as antiallergic various herbs like Turmeric (Curcuma longa), Guduchi
(Tinospora cordifolia), Shirish (Albizia lebbeck), Vasa (Adhatoda
vasica), Neem (Azadirachta indica), combination of three
herbs, Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Licorice (Glycyrrhiza
glabra), Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum), etc are given. They are
effective for allergies including respiratory and digestive conditions.
AYURVEDIC
REMEDIES
Laghu- panchamula Siddha Ksheera with Sitopala When the
combination of roots of 5 small herbs is taken then it is known as
Laghu Panchmula / Sthiradi varga. Laghu Panchamula / Sthiradi
varga consists of roots of Brihati (Solanum indicum), Kantakari
(Solanum virginianum), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), Shalaparni
(Desmodium gangeticum) and Prishniparni (Uraria picta).
Goat’s Milk (Chhaga Peya):
Sthirabhyama Siddham Kshira with Sitopala: Sthirabhyama
consists of Shalaparni (Desmodium gangeticum), and
Prishniparni (Uraria picta).
HERBAL REMEDIES
FOR MILK ALERGY
1. Bel Juice/ Wood Apple Squash
2. Changeri oxalis corniculata and turmeric decoction
3. Bhumi Amla Cold pressed juice 5 to 10 ml
4. Jaggery improves digestion and appetite
5. Pomegranate 50 gm of skin mix in 800 ml water boil it till it
remains 200 ml Rich in antioxidants, removes oxidative stress.
Intestinal diarrhea reduces intestinal mobility and intestinal fluid
accumulation.
LACTOSE FREE MILK FOR LACTOSE
INTOLERANCE IN BABIES
SMA LF® Lactose Free Infant milk, a nutritionally complete
infant milk for babies and young children who are intolerant to
lactose or sucrose, or who are experiencing symptoms such as
diarrhoea, abdominal pain or wind that could be caused by
temporary lactose intolerance. It is suitable as the sole source of
nutrition for infants from birth in place of a usual formula feed.
It can take approximately 6 weeks to restore a baby's ability to
digest lactose after an episode of gastroenteritis.5
For older babies, it can be used as part of a mixed diet and it is
suitable for use up to 18 months of age.
FORMULA MILK FOR
SENSITIVE TUMMIES
Similac Sensitive
Infant formula for
fussiness, gas and
bloating in babies
due to lactose
intolerance.
This formula milk
has only casein
protein and whey
protein is absent in
it.
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