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News to enrich your lifestyle Winter 2014 Not Your Imagination: Food Allergies Are On The Rise
Peanut-free tables in school cafeterias, grade Vitamin D Hypothesis – Another theory points “Whatever has happened with celiac disease schoolers armed with EpiPens, gluten-free to a lack of Vitamin D, as more time is spent has happened since 1950,” affirms Mayo Clinic products lining the supermarket shelves…it’s indoors and more sunscreen is used when out- gastroenterologist Joseph Murray, MD, whose impossible to miss the signs of a population side. Vitamin D deficiency has increased in the recent study involving frozen blood samples of coping with increasingly prevalent food aller- past 15 to 20 years, a noticeable increase in Air Force recruits from the early 1950s clearly gies. In total, up to 15 million Americans suffer allergies in northern climates compared to the showed that today’s young men were 4.5 times from food allergies. According to the Centers south, where people spend more time outside, likelier to have celiac disease.“It suggests some- for Disease Control and Prevention, between reports Pacific Standard Magazine. thing has happened in a pervasive fashion from 1997 and 2011, a significant spike occurred in the environmental perspective.” American children, with one in every 13 now The Good News – Of the eight foods that affected by food allergies. Additionally, wheat account for 90 percent of all allergic reactions – sensitivity (gluten) impacts more than six milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, fish million adults, four times more common than and shellfish – several may be outgrown by age it was 60 years ago. Scientists and physicians 16. The majority of allergies to eggs, milk, soy are working to discover the reasons behind the and wheat diminish as children mature; only change. While there is no single definitive peanuts, fish and shellfish appear to be lifelong answer several credible theories are being allergens (Food Allergy Research and Educa- considered. tion). In addition, use of Oral Immunotherapy Hygiene Hypothesis – Multiple studies show Treatment, in clinical trials at the Stanford children raised on farms are less likely to have Alliance for Food Allergy Research, shows allergies, serving as the basis for this respected promise in breaking down even the intractable theory introduced two decades ago and gain- The Environment Hypothesis – The overall peanut allergy. The desensitizing technique, in ing in credibility as new allergies continue to be role of environment is key, say researchers in which a patient swallows a tiny dose of peanut diagnosed. Researchers believe exposure to the relatively new field of epigenetics, who protein repeatedly over time, tricks the body animals and various microbes at a young age claim that while genetics definitely predispose into not reacting, allowing the patient to reach actually strengthens the immune system, an individual to allergies (children of allergic high doses and delete or re-educate the cells according to the American College of Allergy, parents have an 85 percent chance of develop- producing antibodies. Asthma and Immunology. Children raised in ing some kind of allergy themselves), it does overly hygienic homes, who overuse antibac- not explain their recent rise. They’re finding For now, however, strict avoidance of a food terial soaps, no longer have to fend off “bugs” that environment can modify an individual’s allergen is strongly recommended, as even trace and infections, therefore, their immune genetic makeup, and these modified genes can amounts can trigger severe skin, gastroin- systems overreact to things that should be be passed on from one generation to the next. testinal and respiratory reactions requiring emergency treatment. People who are ‘food harmless, such as wheat or peanuts. Wheat Hypothesis – Modern varieties of wheat intolerant’ may also experience intestinal and Microbiota Hypothesis –Takes hygiene hypoth- have been pinpointed as the reason celiac dis- abdominal upset, but they are simply unpleas- esis a step further by proposing use of antibi- ease, an abnormal immune reaction to gluten, ant, and not life threatening symptoms. otics and fluoridated water are killing off good has quadrupled since 1950. Others disagree, bacteria in the intestinal tract, making it more citing studies that show no significant differ- Experts advise you to be aware that although difficult for the good germs to fight off the bad ences in gluten levels in wheat from the early most food allergies start in childhood, they can germs (Nature Magazine, May 2012). Evidence part of the 20th century, and attribute the develop at any time in a person’s life, even to continues to mount indicating that children increased prevalence of celiac disease and foods previously eaten with no problem. If you who are given antibiotics early in life are more gluten sensitivity to the not yet fully understood or a family member are experiencing symp- likely to have food allergies. dynamics triggering other food allergies. toms, please consult your personal physician.
as full-fat Greek yogurt often contains Nutrition Corner up to 16 grams of saturated fat, almost all of the daily allowance based on a 2,000-calorie diet. How should consumers make smart choices when attempting to sift The New Yogurt Culture through the literally dozens of yogurts on the market today? First, be aware Yogurt is recognized as a solid nutritional choice that delivers multiple that not all yogurt contains the bene- benefits with each spoonful. It is made from pasteurized milk that ficial live and active cultures. Some has been fermented, and contains active cultures known as probiotics. brands are heat-treated to increase Probiotics are live microbial food ingredients that, when ingested in the shelf-life and decrease tartness, which kills off the good bacteria. sufficient quantities, provide notable health benefits. These living For that reason, opt for those labeled with the “Live & Active Cultures” organisms have been recognized for centuries for their potential in seal. Established by the National Yogurt Association, the seal guaran- fighting yeast infections, boosting the body’s immune system and tees specific minimum levels are present at time of manufacture – at possibly preventing certain types of cancer. Particularly important as least 100 million cultures per gram for regular yogurt, and at least 10 we age, adding probiotics to the diet repopulates the intestinal track million for frozen. While the program is voluntary, and not monitored with beneficial bacteria that protect against infection-causing toxins. In addition, yogurt offers plentiful calcium, potassium, protein, zinc, by the FDA, many manufacturers seek to earn the seal as proof that vitamins B6 and B12. buyers will receive the full health attributes of their yogurt product. Greek yogurt adds even more to the full plate of benefits. In most Greek Additionally, aim for a brand that includes at least 15 percent of the daily varieties, much of the liquid whey, lactose and sugar found in traditional calcium requirement. Beware of additions like hydrogenated oils and yogurts is strained out, giving this yogurt a thicker, creamier texture artificial sweeteners. Finally, keep the calories down by skipping top- while being lower in sugar, carbohydrates and sodium. Greek yogurt pings and avoid yogurts that list sugar as the first or second ingredient. also contains twice the protein content of regular yogurt, helping to Be sure and stock up on your healthy choices. A Harvard School of promote a feeling of fullness when eaten. A typical six-ounce serving Public Health study that followed more than 120,000 people over the provides 15 to 20 grams of protein, an amount equivalent to two to three course of two decades showed that yogurt, among all foods, was most ounces of lean meat. The richer taste makes it a satisfying substitute for strongly correlated with weight loss. That’s why yogurt remains a more fattening ingredients such as cream cheese, mayonnaise, butter, superfood mainstay – an easy-to-swallow way to fight infection, ingest sour cream or oil. The only caution: opt for low fat or fat free varieties, nutrients and control weight.
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