Sources
The content of the BabyApp application is based on a combination of professional literature, general principles used in the field of food allergies and atopic eczema, and additional expert information sources used in the preparation of the app’s articles and content.
The purpose of this page is to transparently present the main sources from which the application draws.
BabyApp does not replace professional medical care, diagnosis, or individual medical advice.
Main Sources Used
Fuchs, Martin.
Potravinová alergie – jak na ni.
2019.
This publication was used as one of the expert sources for general information about food allergies, allergens, atopic eczema, and related topics in the app’s articles and informational texts.
Pekárková Zíková, Věra.
Atopický ekzém – řešení u dětí 0–3 roky.
This publication served as one of the expert sources and points of inspiration for general information about atopic eczema and the elimination-exposure approach. The procedures used in BabyApp are not a literal reproduction of the publication and were adapted for the purposes of the application.
Recommendations of Professional Organizations
Information in the BabyApp application is also inspired by publicly available recommendations and publications from international professional organizations focused on allergies, pediatric nutrition, and child health.
These include for example:
EAACI – European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
A European professional organization focused on allergy and clinical immunology. Its guidelines and publications address the diagnosis, prevention, and management of allergic diseases, including food allergies in children.
AAAAI – American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
An American professional organization focused on allergy, asthma, and immunology. It publishes guidelines and educational materials on allergic reactions, food allergies, and their management.
ESPGHAN – European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
A European professional society focused on pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition. Its recommendations address topics such as early food introduction, development of food tolerance, and nutrition in young children.
WHO – World Health Organization
The World Health Organization publishes recommendations related to infant and young child feeding, including breastfeeding guidance and complementary feeding practices.
Scientific Studies and Review Articles
The preparation of articles and informational content within the application also draws on findings from scientific studies and review articles focusing on:
- food allergies in children
- atopic eczema
- early food introduction
- development of food tolerance
- the relationship between food allergies and skin manifestations
These sources include publications available in scientific databases and journals such as:
- PubMed / MEDLINE
- peer-reviewed journals in allergy and pediatric medicine
Additional Expert Background
Additional publicly available expert materials, scientific knowledge, and general reference materials were also used in the preparation of the app’s articles and informational content in the areas of:
- food allergies in children
- atopic eczema
- early food introduction
- individual food reactions
- dietary management in young children
Important Notice
All information provided in the application is intended for informational and supportive purposes only. Reactions to foods and the course of symptoms may vary significantly between children. In case of health concerns, suspected allergic reactions, or uncertainty about the next steps, users should always consult a physician or another qualified healthcare professional.