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Allergy to Cow's Milk
	Although cow's milk allergy and cow's milk intolerance (lactose intolerance) are two different terms, they are often used interchangeably, resulting in confusion both in clinical practice and in research reports. Cow's milk allergy is an immunologically mediated reaction to cow's milk proteins that may involve the gastro-intestinal tract, skin, respiratory tract, or multiple systems, i.e. systemic anaphylaxis. There are a lot of nondairy foods you can substitute for milk or milk products. Goat's milk isn't a good alternative; its protein is similar to that in cow's milk and may cause the same allergic reaction. People are usually understanding when it comes to food allergies: nobody wants to have to call an ambulance! When eating out, order the simplest foods and ask detailed questions about menu items. Having a milk allergy doesn't mean you can't still enjoy eating. In fact, some people think that some of the milk substitutes - like vanilla soy milk - taste better than regular cow's milk. Prognosis Even though it can cause severe morbidity and even fatality, dietary elimination is associated with good prognosis.
Allergy to Cow's Milk is benefited or hindered by:
	Fried Foods Avoidance Plant-Based Nutrition Probiotics