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Allergies
Reports from L.L.N. Husemoen et al highlight recent research in allergies
May 21st, 2008
According to recent research from Glostrup, Denmark, "It has been hypothesized that obesity and insulin resistance may play a role in the development of asthma and allergy. The aim of the study was to examine the association of obesity and insulin resistance with asthma and aeroallergen sensitization." "Cross-sectional population-based study of 3609 Danish men and women aged 30-60 years. Aeroallergen sensitization was defined as positive levels of specific IgE against a panel of inhalant allergens. Asthma was defined as self-reported physician diagnosed asthma. Allergic asthma was defined as the presence of both asthma and aeroallergen sensitization. The homeostasis...
Source: Fitness & Wellness Business Week (2008-05-21)
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