User Manual

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics,
about 2%
of children under the age of two are allergic to
the proteins found in cow milk.
Cow milk sensitivity, on the other hand, is not well defined
in the medical literature, however clinical and parental
observation suggests that a greater number of children
may experience at least one symptom consistent with
cow milk consumption.
Signs & Symptoms
of Cow Milk Sensitivity
For some children, chronic or recurrent
tummy troubles, rashes and congestion may
be related to diet, and in some cases, these
symptoms may be specifically triggered
by cow milk.
Here’s how to spot a sensitivity to cow milk,
and how this problem differs from cow
milk protein allergy.
What is a cow milk protein allergy?
A confirmed cow milk protein allergy (CMPA) can be a
serious health problem. Children with ‘obvious’ CMPA will
have an immediate reaction to cow milk that happens
within hours of ingestion; for others, symptoms can be
delayed. Symptoms will most commonly be moderate
to severe in intensity and may include:
How do I know the difference?
It can be difficult to tell the difference between a food
allergy and sensitivity, especially when symptoms are
moderate. It’s important to work with your healthcare
provider to arrive at the correct diagnosis. The most
accurate and gold standard diagnostic method for
Cow Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) involves the complete
avoidance of cow milk for one month, followed by a
medically supervised reintroduction and monitoring of
symptoms. Other diagnostic tests for CMPA, such as
blood tests or a skin-prick test, may be used as
supportive diagnostic tools.
Is Kabrita a solution?
Kabrita goat milk-based foods are not appropriate for
children with a confirmed cow milk protein allergy as they
might also react to the protein in goat milk. Parents and
healthcare providers tell us that goat milk-based foods
may be a solution for children with symptoms consistent
with cow milk sensitivity.
Since every child is unique, it’s always best to work with a
healthcare provider if you are concerned about whether
your little one’s symptoms stem from allergy or sensitivity,
and to review the available feeding options.
What is a cow milk sensitivity?
Cow milk sensitivity may encompass the delayed,
mild to moderate symptoms associated with the
consumption of cow milk. This may include digestive
symptoms, as well as those in the lungs and skin,
such as:
• Swelling around the mouth
• Difficulty swallowing
• Vomiting and regurgitation
• Diarrhea
• Blood in the stool
• Food refusal
• Failure to thrive
• Severe colic
• In rare cases,
anaphylactic shock
• Bloating
• Gas
• Abdominal pain
• Colic
• Loose stools
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Mucous congestion
• Chronic runny nose
• Chronic cough
• Chronic wheezing
• Eczema
• Rashes
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