Milk, mucus and myths

Balfour‐Lynn, Ian M.

doi:10.1136/archdischild-2018-314896

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“…The second important finding of our study was the negative association of a high dairy consumption with current asthma and allergic rhinitis symptoms. Since there is a common belief that milk consumption enhances mucus and exacerbates asthma symptoms, it is of high importance to present evidence about the beneficial role of milk and dairy consumption in asthma and allergic diseases [39]. Although there is abundant evidence about the protective effect of raw, unpasteurized cow's milk consumption on asthma and allergies, there is not sufficient evidence about the relation of common, pasteurized milk or dairy products consumption with allergic diseases.…”

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Exploring the Relation between Atopic Diseases and Lifestyle Patterns among Adolescents Living in Greece: Evidence from the Greek Global Asthma Network (GAN) Cross-Sectional Study

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Introduction: Diet and physical activity might be associated with the risk of allergic diseases in childhood. However, evidence in literature is sparse and diverse. We aim to examine the associations between four healthy dietary consumption pattern drinks, plus the adherence to a physically active lifestyle with atopic diseases (asthma, allergic rhinitis and eczema) in adolescence and their relative importance. Methods: A total of 1934 adolescents (921 boys, 47.5%) and their parents completed a validated questionnaire assessing atopic diseases’ symptoms prevalence in the past 12 months, as well as nutritional and physical activity information. Four healthy dietary and one physical active lifestyle patterns were identified and logistic regression was applied to assess their relation with allergic diseases. Results: A high weekly consumption of fruits, vegetables and pulses and low consumption of unhealthy foods was negatively associated with all atopic symptoms while adherence to a physical active lifestyle was inversely associated with asthma and allergic rhinitis symptoms and dairy products with asthma and eczema symptoms in the past 12 months after adjustment for several confounders (all p < 0.05). Fruits, vegetables and pulses consumption per week emerged as the most important lifestyle pattern negatively associated for all atopic diseases, after the adjustment for all the remaining lifestyle patterns and confounders (all p < 0.05) Conclusions: Our findings suggest that a high fruit, vegetable and pulse intake should be the first lifestyle intervention every clinician and public health care worker evolving in the management of atopic adolescents should encourage and promote.

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Exploring the Relation between Atopic Diseases and Lifestyle Patterns among Adolescents Living in Greece: Evidence from the Greek Global Asthma Network (GAN) Cross-Sectional Study

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“…Other research highlighting the negative impacts of dairy in ARTI has been restricted to children with existing dairy allergies 56,57. By contrast, findings from other studies suggest that dairy has no impact on the symptoms of mucus production and ARTI 58,59. Given these conflicting findings, more research is required to investigate what, if any, impact dairy has on children with ARTI.…”

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<p>Complementary And Alternative Medicine Practitioner’s Management Of Acute Respiratory Tract Infections In Children – A Qualitative Descriptive Study</p>

Lucas¹,

Leach²,

Kumar³

et al. 2019

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BackgroundAcute respiratory tract infection (ARTI) is one of the most prevalent types of infection among children and a common reason for hospital admission. Although parents frequently consult complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practitioners to assist with the management of childhood ARTI, little is known about the treatments that CAM practitioners recommend and why. The aim of this research was to understand what CAM practitioners typically prescribe for the management of childhood ARTI and how practitioners formulate decisions regarding the management of this condition.MethodThe research was guided by a qualitative descriptive framework. CAM practitioners across Greater Melbourne (Victoria, Australia) who had treated children aged 0–12 years with ARTI in the past 12 months were eligible to participate. Data were captured using semi-structured interviews, which were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Multiple strategies to improve trustworthiness were implemented (e.g., triangulation of data). Data were analysed using inductive content analysis.ResultsTwenty-four CAM practitioners from ten different disciplines participated in the interviews. Most participants were female (75%), and more than half (54%) were practicing naturopaths. The treatments most commonly recommended were lifestyle modification (95%), nutrition/diet-based treatments (91%), and vitamin/mineral supplementation (87%). Practitioners’ decision-making process was underpinned by four key concepts namely: the approach to management, individualisation, do no harm, and collaborative practice. Individualisation and the safety of the child are cornerstones of treatment in the practitioner’s decision-making process.ConclusionThis research sheds light on commonly used CAM interventions, many of which build on easily accessible and readily available treatments (such as soups) and are aligned with mainstream recommendations (such as rest). Practitioners’ decision-making process too aligns well with mainstream health care where the focus is on safety and informed by a biopsychosocial-cultural approach.

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“…This myth has been properly debunked, and, although drinking milk may alter the texture or sensation of mucus already present, it will not cause increased amounts. 21 …”

Section: Food Allergy and Asthma Symptomsmentioning

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Asthma and food allergy: A nuanced relationship

Stukus,

Prince

2023

Journal of Food Allergy

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Asthma is one of the most common chronic health conditions that affect children and adults. It is associated with many comorbid conditions, particularly those along the allergic spectrum, such as atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis, and food allergy. The relationship between asthma and food allergies involves prognosis, management, and understanding of risk for severe reactions. Both conditions are heterogeneous and can change over time, which necessitates an individualized approach toward counseling and management. Long-standing associations of an increased risk for food allergy fatality in individuals who have asthma is not as straightforward or concrete as previously believed. It is important for clinicians to have a current understanding of the evidence about the relationship between asthma and food allergy to participate in shared decision-making and counseling with patients. This review will offer background and new perspective surrounding the nuanced relationship of asthma and food allergy.

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Milk, mucus and myths

Cited by 9 publications

References 21 publications

Exploring the Relation between Atopic Diseases and Lifestyle Patterns among Adolescents Living in Greece: Evidence from the Greek Global Asthma Network (GAN) Cross-Sectional Study

Exploring the Relation between Atopic Diseases and Lifestyle Patterns among Adolescents Living in Greece: Evidence from the Greek Global Asthma Network (GAN) Cross-Sectional Study

<p>Complementary And Alternative Medicine Practitioner’s Management Of Acute Respiratory Tract Infections In Children – A Qualitative Descriptive Study</p>

Asthma and food allergy: A nuanced relationship

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