Allergies: The Science of Why Your Body Hates You

Published: 13 May 2024
on channel: PBS Terra
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Did you know that one of the biggest discoveries in our understanding of allergies was thanks to a completely failed experiment?

From pollen to peanuts, allergies can be the bane of our existence. Hold on tight for this wild ride of an episode that takes us through time. By the end, you'll see how Paris, sea anemone toxin, Prince Albert I of Monaco, and eczema are all linked to allergies...and what we can do about preventing and treating them in the future.

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