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Hay Fever
by ruth on June 20, 2009
© flmDid you know that limes can trigger your allergies? Apparently, lime and other citrus fruits contain a compound called limonene, which gives many people watery eyes and a burning sensation in the...
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Hay Fever
by ruth on May 10, 2009
© Raveesh VyasDo you know that Vitamin D and turmeric supplements may help in coping with (pollen) allergies?
In animal studies, turmeric prevents the release of histamine from mast cells. If it work...
© michael gallacherWhen you hear the words "air pollution", do you think also in context of indoor air pollution? If you are less concerned about indoor air quality, you belong to the majori...
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Hay Fever
by ruth on April 20, 2009
© The Green PartyA news report cites the rising "food allergies" to fruits and vegetables in the UK and Australia, particularly to bananas and kiwi fruit.
Common vegetables and fruits, such...
© peasapThe report does sound a bit technical, but two recently published studies relate allergies to a malfunction of the epithelial cells lining the respiratory tract particularly the nose and eyes....
Has spring sprung in your neck of the woods? Here's a video courtesy of CNN featuring ways to avoid the worst of the spring allergy season:
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Spring is ...
Grazax, an immunotherapy allergy tablet launched
in the UK more than 2 years ago has been launched for treatment of severe hay fever among children and adolescents aged 5 to 17.
Immunotherapy or des...
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Hay Fever
by ruth on December 31, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 1493560It's winter and you're having a reprieve from your hay fever. Fine. Enjoy the temporary sneeze-free period. But don't rest on your laurels. If ...
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Hay Fever
by ruth on December 31, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 7864243Those who suffer from hay fever or pollen allergies get a reprieve during winter. With virtually no pollens floating in the air, people are likely to have ...
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Hay Fever
by ruth on December 20, 2008
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 5588638Just because you have pollen allergies does not mean that you must stay away from flowers all your life. Aside from possible medications, the right choice ...
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Guillermo Perales GonzalezThey say to every cloud is a silver lining. Next time you're having a bout of allergy attacks, instead of cursing your overreacting immune ...
Based on the results of trials, the FDA has approved the use of Nasacort AQ for the treatment of nasal symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis among children aged 2-5 years o...
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 5526471Your eye are red and itchy. So is your nose. You're sneezing, wheezing, and you can't figure out why. Well, you think you're allergic, and you&...
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Robert PearsI've been having bouts of nasal allergies on-and-off the last few weeks and while I've been able to control the allergy symptoms with a small dose of...
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A recent Newsweek article discusses the effects of global warming on the prevalence of different types of allergies. Ragweed allergies, which account for ...
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If you are taking allergy medications such as allegra (available generically as fexofenadine), better down them with plain water instead of fruit juices. Ther...
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If you want to avoid perennial allergic rhinitis, you might want to cut down on your alcohol consumption. A recent Danish study of 5,870 young adult women...
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Cursing your allergies already? Well, here's a consolation: people with atopic diseases such as asthma, hay fever and food allergies have 25 percent...
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You may not know it but if you suffer from nasal allergies during the day, you may be keeping your bed partner awake at night. Apparently, nasal allergy inc...
Have you seen the New York Times Health Guide on Allergies? The current Reporter's File focuses on the currently available allergy treatment options for hay fever or allergic rhinitis. If you'...
In my entry on the use of Neti Pots for nasal allergies, reader Marcus left a comment, recommending an alternative that has worked for him. He says:
I have tried both the neti and Nasopure and have fo...
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Mediterranean diet - characterized as being rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts- has already been documented to protect against allergic rhinitis and asth...
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Hay Fever
by ruth on June 21, 2008
Photo Source: Jill McGill Websiteprofessional golfer Jill McGill suffers from allergies but that didn't help her from pursuing golf, and recording more than 20 top 10 finishes since she started to...
The Pollen.com website has introduced several new features for its users.
Pollen History provides you a 30-day allergy index history according to your zip code. You can use the chart to track the pol...
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Hay Fever
by ruth on June 3, 2008
Although there have been many studies on the effect of probiotics on allergy symptoms, so far, the data have been inadequate to be conclusive. Here's another study that suggests that a daily dose ...
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Summertime has begun and the peak of seasonal allergies is approaching. If you'd like to explore alternative treatment for your hay fever, here are some natural allergy treatment op...
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Now that the allergy season has started, how much do you spend on allergy medications? How much is your temporary relief costing you? Dr. Daniel More offers some ways to cut corners with c...
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Hay Fever
by ruth on April 18, 2008
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has published the Spring Allergy Capitals for 2008
(pdf file). These are the 100 most challenging places to live in for someone who has hay fever or poll...
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Usually used in conjunction with quercetin as an alternative therapy for allergies is bromelain, a protein-digesting enzyme found in pineapples. Bromelain is typically marketed as a na...
Looking for alternative therapies for your allergies? There is a myriad of options out there, some approaches with more scientific backing than others. One of the dietary supplements out there that is...
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