Oreck for Allergy Care
By Heather Legg | Apr 24, 2010 | No Comments »
I was in the Oreck store the other day getting my vacuum cleaner tuned up, and I noticed all of the allergy care in the store. I know the more that a house is vacuumed, the better allergy control there is, but I wasn’t aware of all the other products Oreck offers. Continue reading…
Street Trees Can Be Allergy Culprits
By Heather Legg | Apr 20, 2010 | No Comments »
I read an interesting piece the other day in The New York Times by Thomas Leo Ogren, author of “Allergy-Free Gardening: The Revolutionary Guide to Healthy Landscaping.” He talked about all the street trees that line our city streets, and suburban streets as well, and it did make me think. Continue reading…
Acupuncture for Seasonal Allergies
By Heather Legg | Apr 18, 2010 | No Comments »
I’m finding it difficult to stay off of the topic of seasonal allergies. My world is yellow, and even I am suffering from the effects of the pollen. Usually it is my husband and my daughters, but this year, I have to say I am susceptible, too. I don’t sneeze or have the itchy eyes or throat, but I am tired. Really tired and headachy and foggy. I think it is because inside my body is coated with yellow grains just like the outdoors is. Continue reading…
Finding Some Pollen Relief
By Heather Legg | Apr 15, 2010 | No Comments »
Now that we all know that this year’s allergies are here in full form, what can we do about it? Of course, there is the medicine and a few alternative things to try, but what else?
Here are some suggestions from allergy experts: Continue reading…
Alternative Relief for Allergies During the Spring Season
By Heather Legg | Apr 9, 2010 | No Comments »
Not only do OTC medicines cost a lot, but there are undeniably side effects you have to contend with. During this annoying and uncomfortable allergy ridden season, it may be a good time to add some alternative choices to your allergy regimen. Here are some natural alternatives you may want to try. Remember, these are not FDA approved so you are taking them without regulations. Ask the health food owners while you are browsing as they can offer good recommendations. Continue reading…
Allergies Hitting Hard and What to Do
By Heather Legg | Apr 6, 2010 | No Comments »
No, this article isn’t really about all the tips to help you through your spring allergies (though those are important to know), instead it is about what it’s like for a parent to go through allergy troubles with her child. I know many of you can relate to this, and sometimes, if nothing else, it is reassuring that you aren’t the only out there experiencing all of this. Continue reading…
Allergies Predicted to be Bad this Year, What About a Neti Pot
By Heather Legg | Apr 2, 2010 | No Comments »
All over the news I am seeing how bad the allergy season will be this spring. With all the rain across the country, the flowers and plants are gearing up for a strong season, and though it may make for a pretty sight, for those suffering from seasonal allergies, they need to get ready. Continue reading…
Handling Your Contacts During Spring Allergies
By Heather Legg | Apr 2, 2010 | No Comments »
One of the most distressing symptoms of spring allergies is the itchy, eatery eyes. I know my husband feels like gouging his out during allergy season. It can be the worst part for many allergy sufferers. When you wear contact lenses, it’s even worse.
Many allergy suffering contact wearers actually have to give up their lenses and go back to glasses during allergy season. So is there anything to do to make it possible to wear your contacts during heavy pollen season or at any time when your allergies may be causing eye discomfort? Continue reading…
Allergy Myths: Fact or Fiction
By Heather Legg | Mar 21, 2010 | No Comments »
We always get advice. We always hear what to do, what not to do. And not just about allergies – about everything! It’s hard to discern what is fact and what is fiction, therefore, it’s hard to know what to do sometimes. Here are some answers to some of the more common allergy myths being fact or fiction. Continue reading…
Spring is Here, Be Ready
By Heather Legg | Mar 19, 2010 | No Comments »
The most beautiful season of all is Spring, some say. To others, it’s a nightmare. Along with the colorful flowers, sunny days and warm weather, comes pollen. And to many allergy sufferers, misery. Continue reading…
