HMOs in Allergies: Current Understanding

As nutrition science continues to expand into different fields, areas of research that have gained traction and priority in recent times include HMOs and allergies. Human milk oligosaccharides or HMOs support the development of a healthy immunity shown by a growing body of evidence. Interestingly, the underlying mechanisms seem also to play a role in allergy. This is further supported by new evidence that points to a promising pathway for HMOs in the context of allergy prevention and management.