Allergic by Theresa MacPhail 2023 Hardcover Our Irritated Bodies in a Changing World-image
Allergic by Theresa MacPhail 2023 Hardcover Our Irritated Bodies in a Changing World-image

Allergic by Theresa MacPhail 2023 Hardcover Our Irritated Bodies in a Changing World

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gtin13: 9780593229194 Illustrated: Yes Reviews: " Allergic is the definitive biography of allergies. This accessible, comprehensive, and troubling portrait should be read by all who suffer and those who care about them, which, as MacPhail so carefully documents, is such an astounding number that it includes almost all of us." --Michael Moss, bestselling author of Salt Sugar Fat and Hooked "A fascinating account that most of us (sniffle sniffle) will find of compelling interest--and also a powerful reminder that what we do to the world around us eventually affects the world inside us." --Bill McKibben, author, educator, and founder of Third Act "Allergic is just the sort of thoughtful, comprehensible, and comprehensive book we urgently need to understand how rapidly changing modern environments are interacting with our ancient immune systems to cause a frightening explosion in allergies." --Daniel Lieberman, author of The Story of the Human Body and Exercised "An astute, empathetic, and wonderfully informative investigation. Theresa MacPhail makes a persuasive case that cooperation--with each other, and with our internal ecosystems--is the key to relief." --Michelle Nijhuis, author of Beloved Beasts: Fighting for Life in an Age of Extinction "Comprehensively researched, deftly told, and radiating both intellect and passion, Allergic is essential reading for anyone interested in our bodies and our world. I am grateful to have this book to share with my allergy patients." --Dr. Kari Nadeau, director of the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University, " Allergic is the definitive biography of allergies. This accessible, comprehensive, and troubling portrait should be read by those who suffer from allergies and those who care about them, which, as MacPhail so carefully documents, includes almost all of us." --Michael Moss, bestselling author of Salt Sugar Fat and Hooked "A fascinating account that most of us ( sniffle sniffle ) will find of compelling interest--and also a powerful reminder that what we do to the world around us eventually affects the world inside us." --Bill McKibben, author, educator, and founder of Third Act " Allergic is just the sort of thoughtful, comprehensible, and comprehensive book we urgently need to understand how rapidly changing modern environments are interacting with our ancient immune systems to cause a frightening explosion in allergies." --Daniel Lieberman, author of The Story of the Human Body and Exercised "In this astute, empathetic, and wonderfully informative investigation, Theresa MacPhail makes a persuasive case that cooperation--with one another and with our internal ecosystems--is the key to allergy relief." --Michelle Nijhuis, author of Beloved Beasts "Comprehensively researched, deftly told, and radiating both intellect and passion, Allergic is essential reading for anyone interested in our bodies and our world. I am grateful to have this book to share with my allergy patients." --Kari Nadeau, MD, PhD, director of the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University "A holistic study of how allergies continue to bewilder medical science . . . While the culprits responsible for the increases in allergic sufferers are debatable moving targets, MacPhail skillfully narrows down the possibilities and some of the solutions. . . . [Her] examination of the science of immunology from a social and cultural perspective will give readers plenty of relevant, thought-provoking information. An exhaustive and accessible report." -- Kirkus Reviews, " Allergic is the definitive biography of allergies. This accessible, comprehensive, and troubling portrait should be read by all who suffer and those who care about them, which, as MacPhail so carefully documents, is such an astounding number that it includes almost all of us." --Michael Moss, bestselling author of Salt Sugar Fat and Hooked "A fascinating account that most of us (sniffle sniffle) will find of compelling interest--and also a powerful reminder that what we do to the world around us eventually affects the world inside us." --Bill McKibben, author, educator, and founder of Third Act "Allergic is just the sort of thoughtful, comprehensible, and comprehensive book we urgently need to understand how rapidly changing modern environments are interacting with our ancient immune systems to cause a frightening explosion in allergies." --Daniel Lieberman, author of The Story of the Human Body and Exercised "Comprehensively researched, deftly told, and radiating both intellect and passion, Allergic is essential reading for anyone interested in our bodies and our world. I am grateful to have this book to share with my allergy patients." --Dr. Kari Nadeau, director of the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University, " Allergic is the definitive biography of allergies. This accessible, comprehensive, and troubling portrait should be read by all who suffer and those who care about them, which, as MacPhail so carefully documents, is such an astounding number that it includes almost all of us." --Michael Moss, bestselling author of Salt Sugar Fat and Hooked "Comprehensively researched, deftly told, and radiating both intellect and passion, Allergic is essential reading for anyone interested in our bodies and our world. I am grateful to have this book to share with my allergy patients." --Dr. Kari Nadeau, director of the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University, " Allergic is the definitive biography of allergies. This accessible, comprehensive, and troubling portrait should be read by all who suffer and those who care about them, which, as MacPhail so carefully documents, is such an astounding number that it includes almost all of us." --Michael Moss, bestselling author of Salt Sugar Fat and Hooked "A fascinating account that most of us (sniffle sniffle) will find of compelling interest--and also a powerful reminder that what we do to the world around us eventually affects the world inside us." --Bill McKibben, author, educator, and founder of Third Act "Allergic is just the sort of thoughtful, comprehensible, and comprehensive book we urgently need to understand how rapidly changing modern environments are interacting with our ancient immune systems to cause a frightening explosion in allergies." --Daniel Lieberman, author of The Story of the Human Body and Exercised "An astute, empathetic, and wonderfully informative investigation . . . Theresa MacPhail makes a persuasive case that cooperation--with each other and with our internal ecosystems--is the key to relief." --Michelle Nijhuis, author of Beloved Beasts: Fighting for Life in an Age of Extinction "Comprehensively researched, deftly told, and radiating both intellect and passion, Allergic is essential reading for anyone interested in our bodies and our world. I am grateful to have this book to share with my allergy patients." --Dr. Kari Nadeau, director of the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University, " Allergic is the definitive biography of allergies. This accessible, comprehensive, and troubling portrait should be read by all who suffer and those who care about them, which, as MacPhail so carefully documents, is such an astounding number that it includes almost all of us." --Michael Moss, bestselling author of Salt Sugar Fat and Hooked "A fascinating account that most of us (sniffle sniffle) will find of compelling interest--and also a powerful reminder that what we do to the world around us eventually affects the world inside us." --Bill McKibben, author, educator, and founder of Third Act "Allergic is just the sort of thoughtful, comprehensible and comprehensive book we urgently need to understand how rapidly changing modern environments are interacting with our ancient immune systems to cause a frightening explosion in allergies." --Daniel Lieberman, author of The Story of the Human Body and Exercised "Comprehensively researched, deftly told, and radiating both intellect and passion, Allergic is essential reading for anyone interested in our bodies and our world. I am grateful to have this book to share with my allergy patients." --Dr. Kari Nadeau, director of the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University Item Height: 1.2 in Type: Textbook LC Classification Number: RC584.M28 2023 ISBN-10: 0593229193 ISBN-13: 9780593229194 Synopsis: An "important and deeply researched" ( The Wall Street Journal ) exploration of allergies, from their first medical description in 1819 to the cutting-edge science that is illuminating the changes in our environment and lifestyles that are making so many of us sick Hay fever. Peanut allergies. Eczema. Either you have an allergy or you know someone who does. Billions of people worldwide--an estimated 30 to 40 percent of the global population--have some form of allergy. Even more concerning, over the last decade the number of people diagnosed with an allergy has been steadily increasing, placing an ever-growing medical burden on individuals, families, communities, and healthcare systems. Medical anthropologist Theresa MacPhail, herself an allergy sufferer whose father died of a beesting, set out to understand why. In pursuit of answers, MacPhail studied the dangerous experiments of early immunologists as well as the mind-bending recent development of biologics and immunotherapies that are giving the most severely impacted patients hope. She scaled a roof with an air-quality controller who diligently counts pollen by hand for hours every day; met a mother who struggled to use WIC benefits for her daughter with severe food allergies; spoke with doctors at some of the finest allergy clinics in the world; and discussed the intersecting problems of climate change, pollution, and pollen with biologists who study seasonal respiratory allergies. This is the story of allergies: what they are, why we have them, and what that might mean about the fate of humanity in a rapidly changing world. Intended Audience: Trade Subject: Internal Medicine, Life Sciences / Biology, Allergies LCCN: 2022-032275 Publication Year: 2023 Publication Name: Allergic : Our Irritated Bodies in a Changing World Subject Area: Health & Fitness, Science, Medical Language: English Item Width: 6.4 in brand: Random House Publishing Group Number of Pages: 368 Pages Item Weight: 20.5 Oz Author: Theresa Macphail Publisher: Random House Publishing Group Item Length: 9.6 in Format: Hardcover

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  1. This book is a fascinating deep dive into allergies and how our changing environment affects our bodies. Theresa MacPhail blends science, history, and personal stories in a way that’s both engaging and eye-opening. The research is thorough yet easy to follow, making complex topics accessible. If you’ve ever wondered why allergies are on the rise, this is a must-read. The hardcover feels premium, and the content is packed with insights. Highly recommend for anyone curious about health and modern living!

    Jonah Yousif

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