| Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 5215245Mediterranean diet - characterized as being rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts- has already been documented to protect against allergic rhinitis and asthma symptoms. A new study involving pregnant women supports this, indicating that children of women who adhered to a Mediterranean diet during their pregnancy had lower risks of having /skin and nasal) allergies and asthma. According to the reseearchers, the traditional Mediterranean diet is high in antioxidants and healthy omega-3 fats from fish, which together may affect fetal development in a wa... » Original link |
