Recurrent Ear Infections (Pediatric)

Eliminate dairy completely for minimum 30 days (dairy increases mucus production and is top allergen for children), consider gluten elimination, reduce sugar and processed foods (feed pathogenic bacteria and weaken immunity), increase immune-supporting foods (bone broth daily, colorful vegetables, berries, probiotic foods like yogurt if dairy-tolerated after elimination trial), adequate protein for immune function, vitamin C-rich foods (citrus, bell peppers, broccoli), zinc-rich foods (grass-fed meat, pumpkin seeds, chickpeas), avoid juice (high sugar, low nutrients), ensure adequate hydration with water.

Proper feeding position (never bottle while lying flat, hold at 45-degree angle), limit or eliminate pacifier use especially after 6 months, avoid second-hand smoke exposure completely, address environmental allergens (dust, mold, pet dander), humidifier in bedroom especially winter months, nasal irrigation with saline, lymphatic drainage massage behind ears and down neck, craniosacral therapy or gentle chiropractic for eustachian tube drainage, limit daycare exposure if possible during acute phase, adequate sleep (immune system regenerates during sleep), breastfeed as long as possible (if mother eliminates allergens from diet).