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In the News: Probiotics during pregnancy reduces risk of babies and children suffering allergies

Tuesday, July 1st, 2008

Research from the University of Helsinki has suggested that taking probiotic supplements during pregnancy may reduce the risk of babies suffering from childhood allergies. Probiotics which can be found in live, natural yogurts are living organisms designed to restore a healthy balance in the gut and prevent stomach upsets. Some experts believe they may also stimulate the growth of the immune system and play a part in preventing asthma, allergies and eczema. 

 

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Asthma linked to lack of vitamin E during pregnancy

Tuesday, July 1st, 2008

A lack of vitamin E during pregnancy may substantially increase the risk of childhood asthma. Scientists at Aberdeen University believe vitamin E and D could account for up to a third of new cases of asthma in recent decades. The increase in asthma, especially in children, has never been fully explained. However, there is growing evidence that maternal diet is implicated in the rise of asthma.  The research found a clear link between asthma and wheezing in children aged three and low intake of vitamin E by the mother during pregnancy.

 

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In the News: Food additives do harm children

Sunday, June 1st, 2008

This month more research has been published by British scientists to confirm what many of us already know: food additives do serious physical and mental harm to children.

 

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