Initially the goal is for individuals to tolerate 2 ½ peanuts daily, which is equivalent to approximately 3 peanut M&M’s. Once this goal has been achieved and tolerated for a period of time, consideration will be given to raising the daily dose of peanut consumed. These decisions are individualized. The program requires approximately 16 oral immunotherapy/desensitization visits in the office, and takes 7-8 months to accomplish. In order to maintain the increased oral tolerance of peanut accomplished by Oral Immunotherapy, one must continue to consume one’s specified dose of peanut on a daily basis.