nutrients-logo

Journal Browser

Journal Browser

The Latest Achievements in Nutrition and Allergic Diseases

A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutritional Immunology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 September 2025) | Viewed by 8302

Special Issue Editor


E-Mail Website
Guest Editor
Department of Basic of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Medical University of Warsaw, 01-445 Warsaw, Poland
Interests: allergic rhinitis; local allergic rhinitis; nasal provocation test; asthma; respiratory diseases; allergies; allergic diseases; epidemiology; nutrition

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

In the current literature, there is an enormous amount of evidence of a cause-and-effect relationship between the development of allergic diseases, including asthma, and, e.g., overweight/obesity, and more. The co-occurrence of allergic diseases, such as allergic rhinitis, asthma, and food allergies, contributes significantly to the risk of multi-morbidity, which translates into a reduced quality of life for the patient in every area of functioning. An increasing amount of attention has been paid to optimization activities to reduce the risk of lifestyle diseases, for example, implementing the principles of rational nutrition, which has been the subject of culinary medicine within the lifestyle medicine model for some time. This Special Issue aims to explore the fields of epidemiology, pathology, and cause-and-effect relationships in the development of allergic diseases, including food allergies and asthma, as well as differential diagnosis and the latest solutions in the therapy of allergic diseases. We also invite you to submit articles devoted to solutions on both systemic and local levels in the areas of lifestyle and culinary medicine.

Dr. Edyta Krzych-Fałta
Guest Editor

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 250 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for assessment.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Nutrients is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2900 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

Keywords

  • allergy
  • food allergy
  • allergic rhinitis
  • local allergic rhinitis
  • nasal provocation test
  • asthma
  • respiratory diseases
  • allergies
  • allergic diseases
  • epidemiology
  • nutrition
  • multimorbidity
  • culinary medicine

Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue

  • Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
  • Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
  • Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
  • External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
  • Reprint: MDPI Books provides the opportunity to republish successful Special Issues in book format, both online and in print.

Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.

Published Papers (3 papers)

Order results
Result details
Select all
Export citation of selected articles as:

Research

Jump to: Review

18 pages, 817 KB  
Article
Alpha-Gal Syndrome in the Heartland: Dietary Restrictions, Public Awareness, and Systemic Barriers in Rural Kansas
by Judith Sempa, Priscilla Brenes, Alexandra Tegeler, Jordan Looper, Michael Chao and Yoonseong Park
Nutrients 2025, 17(19), 3043; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17193043 - 24 Sep 2025
Viewed by 1148
Abstract
Background/Objectives: Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a tick-borne allergic condition increasingly prevalent in the Southern, Eastern and Mid-western regions of the United States. This study aims to assess the awareness and understanding of AGS among Kansas residents, focusing on its symptoms, impact, and [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a tick-borne allergic condition increasingly prevalent in the Southern, Eastern and Mid-western regions of the United States. This study aims to assess the awareness and understanding of AGS among Kansas residents, focusing on its symptoms, impact, and available management resources. Methods: Two anonymous, self-reported surveys were administered using Qualtrics software [Qualtrics XM, Provo, UT, USA], one targeting Kansas Extension professionals and the other directed at Kansas community residents. Results: Participants from both groups demonstrated general awareness of AGS, with 82 respondents self-identifying as having the condition. Beyond the dietary restrictions associated with the condition, individuals with AGS also faced a range of social, financial and health-related challenges. The study revealed critical gaps in healthcare preparedness and support infrastructure for managing AGS in rural Kansas communities. Conclusions: While awareness of AGS is increasing in Kansas, individuals affected by this condition continue to encounter significant challenges. These are not limited to personal and emotional hardships but also include systemic challenges in healthcare and community support. Study findings highlight a critical gap between growing awareness and implementation of effective action. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue The Latest Achievements in Nutrition and Allergic Diseases)
Show Figures

Figure 1

Review

Jump to: Research

44 pages, 642 KB  
Review
Dietary Bioactive Compounds and Their Role in Allergy Prevention: A Comprehensive Review
by Pilar Zafrilla, Pura Ballester, Desirée Victoria-Montesinos, Begoña Cerdá, Javier Marhuenda, Raúl Arcusa and Ana María García-Muñoz
Nutrients 2025, 17(22), 3506; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17223506 - 9 Nov 2025
Viewed by 2684
Abstract
Background/Objectives: Allergic diseases are highly prevalent worldwide and represent a significant public health burden. Current therapies mainly alleviate symptoms without addressing underlying immune dysfunction, which has increased interest in nutritional bioactive compounds as preventive or modulatory agents. This review summarizes evidence on omega-3 [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: Allergic diseases are highly prevalent worldwide and represent a significant public health burden. Current therapies mainly alleviate symptoms without addressing underlying immune dysfunction, which has increased interest in nutritional bioactive compounds as preventive or modulatory agents. This review summarizes evidence on omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamin D, curcumin, ginger bioactives, quercetin, and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) in allergy prevention and management. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science up to July 2025, including preclinical and clinical studies reporting immunological, mechanistic, and clinical outcomes. Results: Omega-3 fatty acids modulate Th2 responses, promote regulatory T cells, and generate specialized pro-resolving mediators, with modest clinical benefits observed in pregnancy and early life. Vitamin D contributes to immune tolerance and epithelial integrity, although supplementation trials remain heterogeneous. Curcumin inhibits NF-κB/MAPK signaling, enhances barrier function, and improves allergic rhinitis and dermatitis despite limited bioavailability. Ginger constituents ([6]-gingerol, [6]-shogaol) modulate Th1/Th2 balance, mast-cell activity, and oxidative stress, with early clinical evidence in rhinitis and asthma. Quercetin stabilizes mast cells, inhibits Lyn/PLCγ pathways, and improves rhinitis symptoms in small randomized trials using bioavailable formulations. EGCG stabilizes mast cells, attenuates FcεRI signaling, and reduces airway inflammation in preclinical models, though clinical data are scarce. Conclusions: Overall, preclinical findings consistently support the immunomodulatory potential of these compounds, while clinical results are promising but heterogeneous. Standardized formulations, long-term trials, and exploration of synergistic effects are required to confirm efficacy and safety, providing future research directions in allergy prevention. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue The Latest Achievements in Nutrition and Allergic Diseases)
Show Figures

Graphical abstract

16 pages, 268 KB  
Review
Air Pollution-Associated Rhinitis: Exploring the Preventive Role of Nutritional Supplements Against Particulate Matter-Induced Inflammation
by Shih-Wei Chen, Stella Chin-Shaw Tsai, Kuang-Hsi Chang, Kai-Cheng Chuang, Muhammad Sufian, Hueng-Chuen Fan and Chuan-Mu Chen
Nutrients 2025, 17(5), 829; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17050829 - 27 Feb 2025
Viewed by 3779
Abstract
Air pollution, particularly particulate matter (PM), poses a significant health risk worldwide, with rhinitis emerging as a prevalent respiratory condition. This review explores the association between air pollution and rhinitis, focusing on PM-induced inflammation and the potential preventive role of nutritional supplements. A [...] Read more.
Air pollution, particularly particulate matter (PM), poses a significant health risk worldwide, with rhinitis emerging as a prevalent respiratory condition. This review explores the association between air pollution and rhinitis, focusing on PM-induced inflammation and the potential preventive role of nutritional supplements. A comprehensive literature search was conducted using the PubMed and Scopus databases, covering studies from inception to 2024 that investigated air pollution, rhinitis, and nutritional interventions. This review synthesizes evidence linking PM exposure to increased prevalence and exacerbation of rhinitis through various inflammatory mechanisms. We further examine the potential of nutritional supplements, including kefir peptides, lactoferrin, vitamin D, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and probiotics, in mitigating PM-induced inflammation and rhinitis symptoms. However, the evidence regarding the role of these supplements in modulating immune responses and reducing inflammation related to PM-induced rhinitis is limited. This review highlights the potential efficacy of nutritional interventions in preventing and managing air pollution-associated rhinitis, offering a complementary approach to environmental regulations in addressing this public health challenge. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue The Latest Achievements in Nutrition and Allergic Diseases)
Back to TopTop