Summer Allergies: For Many, Nothing to Sneeze At


	Summer Allergies: For Many, Nothing to Sneeze At

kmcolo

7-10-2008 11:26 PM

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podcast, fresh air, health allergies, food

kmcolo says:

Food allergies are on the rise in the developing world. There is indication that doctors have given the wrong information in recommending that the very young avoid certain foods (such as nuts and peanuts) and maybe should recommend higher than 'normal' amounts.

An interesting interview.

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