Food allergy in a changing dietary landscape: A focus on the Asia Pacific region

Recent studies have provided compelling evidence to suggest that various environmental factors play a significant role in the development of food allergies. As our society experiences rapid economic growth, increased urbanization, and a shift towards a more Westernized diet, the incidence of food al...

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Published in:Pediatric allergy and immunology 2024-08, Vol.35 (8), p.e14211-n/a
Main Authors: Leung, Agnes Sze‐Yin, Pacharn, Punchama, Tangvalelerd, Supaluk, Sato, Sakura, Pitt, Erin, Wong, Gary, Koplin, Jennifer J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Asia - epidemiology
Diet
Environmental aspects
Environmental factors
Epidemiology
Epigenesis, Genetic
Epigenetics
Food allergies
food allergy
Food Hypersensitivity - epidemiology
Humans
Incidence
nutrition transition
Urbanization
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Summary:Recent studies have provided compelling evidence to suggest that various environmental factors play a significant role in the development of food allergies. As our society experiences rapid economic growth, increased urbanization, and a shift towards a more Westernized diet, the incidence of food allergies is also on the rise and the pattern is gradually evolving. This review will delve into the changes in the epidemiology of food allergies within the Asia‐Pacific region and the various dietary practices and factors that are postulated to play a role in the rise in food allergies over the years. Although there have been important advancements in the field of food allergies, there are still numerous uncertainties regarding the intricate relationship between diet and food allergies. Specifically, the role of epigenetic factors in influencing the susceptibility to food allergies, as evidenced by studies that assessed the impact of migration and rural–urban dynamics, is not fully understood. Addressing this knowledge gap presents an opportunity to develop more effective prevention and treatment strategies that could greatly benefit individuals living with food allergies.
ISSN:0905-6157
1399-3038
1399-3038
DOI:10.1111/pai.14211