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Beware the Insects (Especially if Allergic)!
By Heather Legg | May 25, 2008 | No Comments »
It’s getting close to summer and most of us are spending a lot more time outdoors in the nice weather. Our activities take us outside, too, ball games, swimming pools, picnics, all kinds of events. However, there are certain guests we try to avoid while we are outside, the insects. For some of us they are just a nuisance, for others, they can be deadly. Anyone prefers to stay away from the insects, for those with allergies, it’s imperative that they avoid whatever it is they are allergic to; bees, wasps, ants, even mosquitoes. Since these insects have different habitats and characteristics, avoiding one is not always the same as avoiding the other. Here are some tips on avoiding a variety of insects: Continue reading…
Where are the NAET Practitoners?
By Heather Legg | May 22, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Since my daughter went through NAET for her allergies and since writing this blog, I am often asked about NAET. People seem to be very interested in it, some just want to hear about it, some want to receive it as treatment. Following are some internet sites to help in your search for a practitioner. Remember, once you do find one, ask a few questions before seeking treatment. Make sure they are really certified, maybe ask for a reference, visit the office to get a feel of the atmosphere, find out cost ahead of time, discuss philosophies of allergies and health…you know what to do, or check out this past article for more help in finding the right practitioner. Continue reading…
Oral Allergy Syndrome vs. Food Allergies: Strawberries
By Heather Legg | May 22, 2008 | No Comments »
There have been quite a few comments on this site regarding a past article on strawberry allergies. You don’t hear of fruit allergies near as much as allergies to the other “major” allergens, but obviously, strawberry and other fruit allergens are definitely a problem. Symptoms can range from itchy mouth or lips, to hives and rashes, to anaphylactic shock. Continue reading…
Peanut Allergy and Ball Parks?
By Heather Legg | May 22, 2008 | 2 Comments »
At Sunday my family went to a major league baseball game, the first one we took our kids to. Yes, we knew we’d spending a small down payment on a car there, but we went and had a fantastic time. It did make me think, though, what do families with peanut allergies do? Continue reading…
Weekly Round Up: Cold or Allergy, Awareness Campaign, Holiday World…
By Heather Legg | May 19, 2008 | No Comments »
Cold Or Allergy? Symptoms Will Be All Over Face (source)
A few distinguishing factors between a cold and allergies.
Patricia Blagojevich Launches Food Allergy Awareness Campaign (source)
Illinois first lady Patricia Blagojevich today launched the state’s Food Allergy Awareness Week including a statewide education campaign. Continue reading…
May Food Recalls
By Heather Legg | May 19, 2008 | No Comments »
Here are the latest food recalls due to undeclared allergens for the month of May. Take a look, check your pantries and always check ingredients. Continue reading…
Allergy Free Grocery Store
By Heather Legg | May 19, 2008 | No Comments »
I recently blogged about shopping at Trader Joe’s for allergy free groceries, but here is one better. A complete allergy free store has just opened.
It’s a challenge to shop allergy free and I remember when my daughter was first diagnosed with a tree nut allergy, I had the “what if” fears. You can probably relate. Continue reading…
Some Cost Cutting Tips in the Allergy Category
By Heather Legg | May 13, 2008 | No Comments »
It seems everywhere you look, prices are going up. We all know gas prices are super high right now, as well as groceries. I think everyone is looking for a way or two to cut costs wherever we can, and if you or someone in your family suffers from allergies, that is just another expenditure you are incurring. Here are some tips on some ways you may find plausible to help save a little here and there in the allergy category: Continue reading…
Happy Mother’s Day (Belated!)
By Heather Legg | May 13, 2008 | No Comments »
I hope all of you mothers had a beautiful, blessed day this past Sunday. Mother’s Day can be a tricky holiday – there are those that believe it’s manufactured by retail companies in order to sell more, there are those who hurt on that day due to a loss of a mother or child and there is the expectation that sometimes isn’t met. However, you should take a personal moment and give yourself your own mother’s day hug – let yourself know you are doing a wonderful job. Continue reading…
Weekly Round Up: Educational Briefing, Allergy Medication Effects Driving, Famous with Allergies…
By Heather Legg | May 10, 2008 | No Comments »
Five Steps Forward for Food Allergy (source)
The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) will sponsor an educational briefing on Capitol Hill to introduce its “Five Steps Forward for Food Allergy” on Tuesday May 13 during Food Allergy Awareness Week.
Allergy Medication Can Effect Driving (source)
New research shows that nearly a fifth of those who take allergy medicine report that their driving is effected. Continue reading…
