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Avocados : Not One but Two Types of Allergic Reactions
By Heather Legg | Mar 13, 2008 | No Comments »
Though it’s not one of the allergy “biggies,” avocados cause their share of allergies. And though they usually don’t cause the extreme reactions that other allergens may cause, there is still a possibility of anaphylaxis when it comes to avocados. The distinction between the reactions is connected with the type of avocado allergy, because there are two types. Continue reading…
There is a Bright Side
By Heather Legg | Mar 9, 2008 | No Comments »
With all the trouble today that we are finding with allergies, whether it is peanuts on a plane, perfume at work, or just plain too much pollen, we can’t forget to see the strides that are being made in regard to allergies. Every cloud has a silver lining, as they say, and I think the allergy cloud definitely shines sometimes. Continue reading…
Outdoor Exercise and Pollen: Can It Be Done?
By Heather Legg | Mar 6, 2008 | No Comments »
As I write this, the birds are chirping, the sun is out, the trees are flowering, and you know what that means…POLLEN. With all spring’s beauty comes that inevitable coating of pollen, the seen and the unseen. It’s like nature is teasing us, it is one of the most beautiful times of the year, but for many of us, it’s too torturous to get out there and enjoy it. Continue reading…
Good News for Allergy Sufferers and Their Contact Lenses
By Heather Legg | Mar 5, 2008 | No Comments »
For many people, spring is the worst time of the year for allergic rhinitis and it hits hard in the nose, the eyes, the head and more. For those of you that wear contact lenses on top of dealing with allergies, it can be challenging. Eye allergies are just as uncomfortable as any other part affected by allergies and by adding contacts which can often provide their own discomfort, it makes it even more uncomfortable. Continue reading…
Allergy Free Easter Baskets
By Heather Legg | Mar 2, 2008 | No Comments »
As promised, here are some ideas for allergy free Easter basket goodies. It’s always a challenge to be creative when putting together something for your child, but even more so when your child has an allergy. With Easter, you have not only dairy and nut allergies to worry about, but also eggs are a biggie. Of course, you’re going to leave out the real eggs if your child is allergic, so what are some fun things to substitute? Continue reading…
Easter Eggs for Egg Allergies
By Heather Legg | Mar 1, 2008 | No Comments »
Here comes another holiday, and with it comes the difficulty of tackling it with food allergies. With Easter in less than two weeks, many of us are preparing Easter baskets and getting ready for egg hunts. But what if your child has an egg allergy, or a milk or nut allergy (chocolate)? Just like with everything else we do, we just need to be a little more creative. Continue reading…
Living with Allergies
By Heather Legg | Feb 28, 2008 | No Comments »
Today was the end of year party for my daughters’ swim team. There were awards, trophies, games, and the always there – cake. It reminded me of four years ago when my daughter was first diagnosed with her nut allergy. It was right at the end of the school year when she was diagnosed and the end of the year swim party was probably her first encounter with cake since that. Continue reading…
Spring Cleaning, Part III – Mold
By Heather Legg | Feb 27, 2008 | No Comments »
As we worry about the spring pollen allergies which are quickly falling upon us, we can’t forget what else warmer weather can bring, mold. Mold is a prominent allergy that can be with us year round, and sometimes we don’t even know it. Though mold does thrive in warmer weather, that doesn’t stop it from keeping residence in your home throughout the year. Continue reading…
Controversial Comment
By Heather Legg | Feb 25, 2008 | No Comments »
On Allergymoms.com this week, there is a post that is sure to spark conversation. The poster, Gina, even states the fact that she debated to post it because of the negativity of the information. Apparently, one of the American Idol contestants has a peanut allergy and on another site, it was suggested that the other contestants could or might use this against her. Continue reading…
New Allergy Free, Skin Friendly Clothing Line
By Heather Legg | Feb 22, 2008 | No Comments »
I remember once years ago, my daughter broke out in a rash all over her legs. After trying and trying to figure out why, we realized it was from the new pants she had worn. I hadn’t washed them before she wore them, and whatever was in them, caused her to break out. Many people have much more sensitive skin than that. They can only wear certain materials or else not only find themselves very uncomfortable, but having serious skin issues as well. Continue reading…
