Prenatal Omega-3 And Omega-6 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids And Childhood Atopic Dermatitis

ConclusionIn this racially diverse cohort, higher 2nd trimester n-6 PUFAs were associated with atopic dermatitis in children of women with atopy. PUFAs may represent a modifiable risk factor for atopic dermatitis, particularly in individuals with a familial predisposition.
Source: The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice - Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research