Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Christopher Penler Even though it's mid-sommer, not all of us are enjoying sunny, blue skies. Here in my part of the globe, it's been pretty wet the last couple...

© 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...

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...

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...

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...

In summer, pollens are your biggest enemies, Now that winter is here, you think that once you've sealed your home from the external elements, you'd be breathing freely, without allergy bouts?...

If you suffer from indoor allergies (allergic reaction to pet dander, molds, and dust mites), here's something that might help reduce your symptoms: Febreze Allergen Reducer. Febreze Allergen...

Our Christmas tree is up! It's artificial, so no mold spores and pollen to worry about. It's new, this being our first Christmas in the tropics, and I've also intentionally kept it light...

Just a bit more than a month to go, but I know that a lot of you are already getting the trimmings ready for your Christmas trees. I know a lot who have opted for artificial trees, and they even......

I've added another blog on my recommended links on the middle column: My Kid's Allergies, written by AllergicMom. From her profile: Welcome to my blog about my kids' allergies....

If you're one of the millions in the north hemisphere who suffer from autumn allergies, WebMD offers four ways to better manage your allergy symptoms. 1. Know your allergy triggers - Are you...

Shape has five tips to keep you home a safe and comfy haven free of allergens that can trigger indoor allergies. Here are the main points, followed by some notes from me: 1. Build a barrier -...

Molds and their spores may trigger allergic reactions much like the way pollen and dust mites do. They are often one of the most common culprits for indoor allergies, although naturally, mold spores...

I've been eying one of those pricey Dyson vacuum cleaners that promises to suck your home free of allergens. They are even said to be approved for allergy sufferers by the British Allergy...

I often use nasal sprays with salt solution to help clear my nasal passages when I have colds or bouts of allergic rhinitis (like now, arrrgh!!!). But I just received an email about SaltAire Nasal...

How hot do you wash your laundry? A recent study indicates that particularly for those with dust mite, pet dander and pollen allergies, the temperature at which you wash your clothes and sheets does...

As I write this entry, shipping boxes lay open across our flat. We're relocating in a couple of months, and we've started packing. If you've ever moved residences, you know how grueling a...

This bug on the left is a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori. It infects the lining of the stomach and causes peptic ulcers, gastritis, and is associated with stomach cancer. A bad bug? Not totally....

Forbes.com is running a slideshow of tips on how to cope with allergies. Without the pictures, here are their top allergy busters: Stay indoorsShower up to wash away pollens, especially from your...