Why Do Allergies Make You Cough?
By A Reis | No Comments »
There are literally millions of “bugs” that can make us ill, but generally speaking, we remain healthy most of the time and for that we have to thank our immune system. Fortunately, or unfortunately, depending how you look at it, the immune system has evolved to be able to catch all intruders that come in contact with our body. It’s a case of shoot first, ask questions later… However, this means that in some people, their immune system goes overboard and starts fighting an invasion that hasn’t really happened and that’s when allergies occur. The immune system reacts to harmless substances present around us, making our daily activities uncomfortable or even unbearable. Continue reading…
Hay Fever Relief: Do Natural Antihistamines Really Work?
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If you suffer from hay fever, you probably run to the pharmacy to get a new batch of antihistamine tablets at the first sight of pollen… and the fact that researchers don’t really know why your body has such an extreme reaction to such a harmless product is probably no help at all! You may experience sneezing, running nose, headaches, itchy and watery eyes and in extreme cases, it may even cause breathing difficulties.
Seasonal Allergies and Depression
By Heather Legg | 4 Comments »
Anyone who has suffered from seasonal allergies knows that they can play much more havoc on the mind and body than causing some sneezing and a runny nose. In fact, recent studies have showed that there is a possible real link between allergies and depression. Continue reading…
Are Eye Allergies Any Different than Other Allergies?
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Allergies have a broad range of components, but those who experience allergies may know of the specifics of eye allergies only too well. However, just like all the other aspects of allergies, it can be hard to pinpoint all the facts about eye allergies. So here is your quick reference on eye allergies, the how, what and why, and the difference that makes them stand out: Continue reading…
Can Allergies Affect Your Child’s School Performance
By Heather Legg | No Comments »
We know that this time of year allergies affect plenty of people. The numbers are high, about 40% of Americans are affected and that means children, too. When children suffer from allergies, they often miss school, or are feeling so bad at school that they can’t focus or concentrate. All of this can impact school performance. Think about the school day, children are often hungry or tired, throw a headache, sniffly nose and constant sneezing into that and it makes it even harder to focus. This is another instance of where allergies have to be managed or they could have long term negative impact. Continue reading…
The Scoop on Pollen
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For those who suffer from pollen allergies, an online check of pollen counts is probably part of the daily routine, especially during the high pollen season of spring. However, at the recent 2011 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) in San Francisco, researchers said that pollen counts are not always accurate. So now what are allergy sufferers to do with the pollen counts that they so depended on before? Continue reading…
The Dirty on Spring Cleaning for Allergies
By Heather Legg | No Comments »
With all the focus on outdoor allergies during this time of year, we need to remember to think about indoor allergies, too. After all, the big cleaning many of us do around now is named “spring cleaning” for a reason. Just as we think about how to stay as allergy free as possible concerning pollen and outdoor allergies, we need to take care of our homes, too, and all the allergens lurking inside. Continue reading…
Claritin Saves the Day
By Heather Legg | No Comments »
Every spring, like so many others around the world, my husband goes into sneezing fits, itchy eyes and scratchy throat. Allergies hit him hard. He has tried a number of different allergy meds, all over the counter for him. The best one he ever found, however, was in France a couple of years ago. Continue reading…
Pollen is Everywhere
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As I was sitting at my desk today I was looking at my window. The day was unusual for late March being cold and drizzly, but the flowers in my neighborhood are in full bloom and so beautiful, splashes of pink azaleas, orange tulips, white dogwoods….and then I saw the UPS truck and my jaw dropped. The top of the big box truck was no longer the familiar brown we relate to UPS, it was YELLOW! The pollen looked so thick it was like snow! I was so shocked though I’ve seen pollen for many years, that took my breath away! Continue reading…
Sleepovers and Visits with Pet Allergies
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Many of us worry about food allergies when our children go to someone else’s house, but there are plenty of us who worry about other things, like pet allergy reactions. Even if you have a pet, maybe your child is allergic to another kind of animal. So what can you do if your child has a pet allergy and her best friend has a pet? Or the other way around, how can you be a good host when someone comes visiting who is allergic to your pet? Here are some tips to help out: Continue reading…
