Early life microbial exposures and allergy risks: opportunities for prevention

Year Published: 2020

Journal

Nat Rev Immunol

Authors

Harald Renz, Chrysanthi Skevaki

Methods

This review discussed the role that the gut microbiome plays in the development of food allergies.

Key Findings

Key Findings: Evidence suggests that the gut microbiome plays a key role in shaping early immune responses, and this can be affected by other factors such as obesity, antibiotics, and a westernized diet. Most of these factors impact the formation of gut bacteria that can either help to promote or prevent food allergies.