for Smartsusan only

Write and submit a short essay response to the following questions:

1. This week you have been focusing on how our genetic material can be passed down from generation to generation. How do both your genes and environment contribute to allergies?
   1. Are there any environmental factors that you can control to reduce the allergic response?
   2. Are parent’s allergies predictive of a child’s potential reactions?
2. What are symptoms of a food allergy and how best should we educate the public about peanut and other food related allergies?
3. What is the best age to introduce peanuts to a child? Is there a debate or can you find change in this recommendation over time, in regards to the appropriate age?
4. Do you think that banning peanuts and peanut containing products in schools is an effective way to keep children with allergies safe?
5. Debate the merits of the recommended readings and validity of the sources.

To receive credit write a 300–500-word paper