Medical Oddities: Allergies, Meet Your Match in Matcha

Matcha muting sneezes, snack foods nudging fracture risk, firstborns navigating baby-number-two drama, and more this week.

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Matcha may reduce allergic rhinitis symptoms, as shown in a study with mice that experienced less sneezing during allergen exposure.
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The study found that matcha's calming effect on sneezing occurs via sensory nerve pathways, without altering typical immune responses.
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A genome-wide study revealed genetic links between canine behaviors and human psychiatric traits, suggesting shared biological pathways.
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Higher consumption of ultra-processed foods is associated with lower bone mineral density and increased fracture risk in adults.
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Firstborn children may exhibit more internalizing behaviors after a sibling's birth, impacting sibling relationships, influenced by maternal mind-mindedness.

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