Scientists identify a protein that switches on allergic itching

Incessant itching is a harsh and problematic reality for eczema sufferers, causing all sorts of problems that can range from skin infections to trouble sleeping. Scientists investigating the biological processes behind the condition have uncovered a pr… Continue reading Scientists identify a protein that switches on allergic itching

Frequent use of cleaning products linked to asthma risk in children

A newly published longitudinal study out of Canada has found a strong association between frequent use of household cleaning products and an increased risk of children developing asthma in the first three years of life.Continue ReadingCategory: Health … Continue reading Frequent use of cleaning products linked to asthma risk in children

Molecule produced by gut bacteria increases childhood allergy and asthma risk

For several years researchers have suspected a relationship between the gut microbiome and the onset of childhood asthma and allergies. New research, led by scientists from UC San Francisco, is describing for the first time how a specific com… Continue reading Molecule produced by gut bacteria increases childhood allergy and asthma risk

Restoring missing gut bacteria a potential cure for food allergies

A study by a team of scientists from Boston Children’s Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital suggests food allergies can be triggered in infants by a lack of certain gut bacteria. As well as identifying which bacteria in human subjects ar… Continue reading Restoring missing gut bacteria a potential cure for food allergies