It has long been known that the choices you make during pregnancy can have a lasting impact, but new research shows that certain behaviors could influence whether your child will develop food allergies or asthma. In two studies unveiled at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), researchers examined the relationship between folate levels in pregnancy and the risk of having an asthmatic child, along with the effectiveness of avoiding food allergens during pregnancy in high risk families…

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Can Folate And Food Allergen Intake During Pregnancy Put Your Child At Risk For Allergies Or Asthma?

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