Are Food Allergies Hereditary?

Food allergies can have a hereditary component, meaning they can run in families. If a parent has allergies, their child may be more likely to develop allergies, though not necessarily the same type. However, genetics is just one factor, and environmental influences also play a role in the development of food allergies.
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