Are Food Allergies Passed Down Genetically?

A food allergy is a condition that causes your immune system to fight against a particular part of food — which is called an allergen.

Monday, August 8, 2022         Featured Are Food Allergies Passed Down Genetically? ‌A food allergy is a condition that causes your immune system to fight against a particular part of food — which is called an allergen. Can parents pass the likelihood of developing a food allergy to... Read more ...  Diseases and Conditions Is Barley Gluten-Free? Gluten is a protein present in many carbs and grains. Gluten is frequently referred to as 'naturally occurring glue' because it holds foods together and aids in their structural preservation... Read more ... What Are Two Pleurae of the Lungs? The two pleurae of the lungs are the visceral and parietal pleura. The pleura is a thin layer that covers the lungs and interior wall of the chest cavity. It is a serous membrane (serosa) that covers... Read more ...  News Why COPD Is Often Worse in Women Than Men Women tend to experience more severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) than men, and the smaller size of their airways may be the reason why, a new study suggests. Though men... Read more ... FROM OUR WEBMD SPONSORS     TMJ and Facial Pain Allergy and Asthma Centers MedicineNet's Allergy and Asthma Centers give you all of the tools necessary to manage your allergies or asthma reactions and find relief. Get access to various allergy and asthma topics, slideshows, quizzes and medications for your reference. Allergy Center          Asthma Center Health Tools   Picture Slideshows   Quizzes   Health & Living   Pinpoint Your Pain   Medical Dictionary   More Newsletters   Diseases and Conditions   Medical Image Gallery   MedicineNet Home ADVERTISEMENT