We already know that large waistlines lead to heart disease and some types of cancers, but now you can add asthma to that list. In this study we’re talking about waistlines of 35 inches or more. Even if you are not overweight this risk applies. It’s thought by researchers that having the fat accumulate…
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Pregnancy, Stress, and Asthma
Four studies that were presented for discussion in Canada, conclude that other factors beside genetics can affect the baby’s immune system and determine whether it will develop asthma and/or allergies later on. Stress levels were studied as were dust mites in the home. They found that higher stress levels increased the risk of asthma…