Why owning a pet could protect your baby from obesity and allergies – USA TODAY

Why owning a pet could protect your baby from obesity and allergies
USA TODAY
Families with cats or dogs running around the house may unwittingly be protecting their infant children from future allergies and obesity. Research out of Canada shows babies born into families with pets have higher amounts of microbes tied to lower …
Exposure to household furry pets influences the gut microbiota of infant at 3–4 months following various birth …Microbiome – BioMed Central
Pet exposure may reduce allergies and obesity – University of AlbertaUniversity of Alberta

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