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...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 5215245 Mediterranean diet - characterized as being rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts- has already been documented to protect against allergic rhinitis and...
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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...
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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...
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by ruth on June 03, 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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© birgit Amri 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...
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© stopnlook 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...
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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 pollen...
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© visualdensity 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...
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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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The US FDA is investigating a possible association between the use of Singulair (Montelukast) and behavior/mood changes, suicidality (suicidal thinking and behavior) and suicide. Singulair is a...
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If you or someone real close to you have allergies, you'd know that its impact on one's quality of life is not insignificant. It's easy for someone who has never suffered from allergies...
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According to the results of a small scale study, it seems that overweight people are more likely to get allergies and asthma. Dr. Deborah Gentile found that blood tests of overweight and obese...
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Around this time last year, I wrote about actress Molly Shannon's allergies to dogs. This spring, Molly has teamed up with the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and the makers of...
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How allergy-friendly have you made your dwellings? Beddings, curtains, carpets, toys, aircon filters, dehumidifiers... these are just some of the places where allergy-causing dust mites and molds may...
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I know, for a lot of you, spring is not yet exactly in the air, but if you have hay fever or pollen allergies, it's just the right time to think about it and plan your course of action to......
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A few months ago, Zyrtec-D (5mg Cetirizine HCl, 120mg Pseudoephedrine HCl) has been approved by the FDA for over-the-counter sale as an allergy drug for adults and children ages 12 years and up....
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LG Electronics has recently launched a new line of washing machines touted to be the first washing machine proven to reduce allergens, and as such has been certified by the Asthma and Allergy...
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Cursing your allergies? Don't. A new study involving allergy patients in Canada indicates that a history of allergies or hay fever may protect you from developing pancreatic cancer. A total of 276...
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