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Hay Fever Relief
By Heather Legg | No Comments »
With hay fever/ ragweed season knocking on our doors, we have to decide what treatment options to use. Though we’d really just like to slam the door and say “We don’t want any!” we really don’t have a choice. Even those who aren’t debilitated by these allergies can show some symptoms. So what treatment do you choose? Do you go heavy and suffer the side effects? Do you only use something when you are really desperate and risk the effects of the allergies hitting hard? Do you go alternative, OTC, prescription? Luckily, there are a lot of options today, so here is a brief overview of what we have: Continue reading…
Allergies Can Come with Nosebleeds
By Heather Legg | 1 Comment »
Just another symptom of allergies, beyond the sneezing, eye itching, coughing and runny nose…nosebleeds. They are not really as common as the other symptoms, but definitely can be caused by allergies.
So why do allergies cause nosebleeds? With allergies comes some nasal swelling which can make the capillaries more susceptible to bursting. Also, with some allergy medicines, drying of the nasal passages occurs which can also lead to broken capillaries. With allergies, a child is also more apt to rub his or her nose, therefore leading to nosebleeds. It’s more common in children than adults, as are nosebleeds in general. Continue reading…
Labels… Confusing?
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We’ve often talked about how food labeling is confusing and not often clear. Do you go with the “made in the same factory” but avoid the “may contain traces”? Do you avoid anything with any possibility of containing your allergen? Do you not heed any of these warnings and just skip products with your allergen listed as an ingredient? Well, the FDA has found that more and more people are confused by the labels, therefore are the voluntary warning labels really working? Continue reading…
The Ragweed Facts
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The ragweed season officially gets its kickoff in mid August, so…it’s here. I have to say I have noticed a little sniffling, sneezing and eye rubbing in my house. Here are a few ragweed facts for you from About.com:Pediatrics: Continue reading…
How Much Avoidance is Expected?
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The school year is settling in and we have been to open houses, getting to know our teachers and other parents. Some letters have gone home regarding children’s health, some from the nurse, some from parents. Some parents have spoken to the class during the open houses and some of the teachers have as well regarding allergies. Obviously I think it is tremendously important for everyone to be aware of allergies, and everyone needs to do their part, however, when do some expectations fall into the unrealistic category? Continue reading…
AllerGators Allergy Products
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Looking for a new way to get your child’s allergy across? Take a look at AllerGators, a company that makes T-Shirts and accessories for those with food allergies (especially nut allergies). AllerGators was started by Shayr and Jimmy Guthrie in 2003 after they discovered their son has severe nut allergies. Continue reading…
Safe Lunches Can Be Creative
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Now that schools are getting back in full swing; it’s time to make those lunch box lunches! I know it gets sort of mundane if you are packing the same things over and over, so it pays to get a little creative, not only for your children but for you as well! It’s even more of a challenge when your children have allergies and your foods are already limited. With these tips and sources, maybe this year will be one of more variety at lunchtime. Continue reading…
Teavana Rooibos Tea – Good for Allergies?
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Every time I go to the mall, I have to go by the “tea store” for a little pick me up and rejuvenation. I’m not a big caffeine girl so I usually stick to the rooibos teas, plus my kids can enjoy these, too. I know that rooibos tea has health and allergy benefits, but I was reminded of it when I was there. The company also seems to be pretty on top of allergy awareness. Continue reading…
Going Alternative
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I am so happy! My friend just called me to tell me that she has made an appointment for her son with our alternative practitioner. No, I don’t get a referral reward or anything else tangible, I am just so happy because she has an open mind to do it. It takes a lot to step across the Western medicine line, but she is going for it and it makes me happy because I truly believe it will help our young friend. Continue reading…
Back to School
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I hate to think it, but summer is on its way out. It seems I was just blogging about the beginning of summer and enjoying those first days of no alarm clock. Well, school is just around the corner and that means many things. For those of us with kids with allergies, one of the things it means is a place where we can’t monitor everything they do or come into contact with. But there is a lot we can do, beginning with letting all those who deal with our children be aware of their allergies. Continue reading…
