Previous evidence has suggested that probiotics (‘friendly’ gut bacteria) given to pregnant women at risk of having children with atopic dermatitis (a type of eczema), and then their infants, seems to reduce the incidence of eczema in the children. A recently published study in the British Journal of Dermatology (1) took place to examine [...]
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According to Professor Markku Mäki, head of a research project in the Academy of Finland’s Research Programme on Nutrition, Food and Health (ELVIRA), the occurrence of gluten intolerance in the Finnish population has doubled in the past 20 years (1). Although this study took place in Finland it is relevant to look at since [...] This week is national Food allergy and Intolerance week – for more information about this campaign week please visit the Allergy UK website. “Allergy UK is a national medical charity established to represent the views and needs of people with allergy, food intolerance and chemical sensitivity” Allergy UK say: “Too often allergy or intolerance sufferers [...] Previously I have written about folic acid and the prevention of birth defects and also the necessity of this vitamin for heart health. A newly published study (1) has found that this essential B vitamin may also suppress allergic reactions and reduce the severity of allergy symptoms and asthma symptoms. The research was conducted by [...] |
  
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