Abstract
Although additional studies are needed to clarify the impact of diet on asthma and allergy, some patterns have emerged. For example, there is evidence that a diet high in omega-6 fatty acids (found in margarine, for example) is associated with increased risk of childhood atopy and asthma. In contrast, consumption of omega-3 fatty acids (found in fresh oily fish) appears to have a protective effect. There also is evidence that consumption of antioxidant nutrients, including vitamin E, vitamin C, zinc, and selenium, is associated with reduced risk of asthma. Maternal intake of vitamin E during pregnancy may reduce the risk of childhood asthma. Maternal intake of oily fish (not fish sticks) also may help protect children from asthma, especially when the mother has a history of asthma.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 448-459 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Journal of Respiratory Diseases |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 10 |
State | Published - Oct 2007 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine