Category Archives: Allergies

Are You Scent-sitive?

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Kathy

Are your allergies out of control? It could be your air freshener. “About 20% of us experience health problems from scented products,” says allergist Stanley Fineman, MD. “People underestimate the harmful chemicals that these products emit.” To test yourself, make … Continue reading →

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Ease Pet Allergies

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Kathy

Spring cleaning may be stirring up more pet irritants than usual. To combat allergies: Keep fluffy out of your bed. , in fact, it’s wise to prohibit access to the entire bedroom, it’s where you spend the most hours each day. … Continue reading →

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5 Simple Steps For Fall Wellness

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Kathy

1. Rake those leaves! You’ll enjoy the crisp weather and burn up to 300 calories per hour. 2. Roast pumpkin seeds Scoop the seeds out of a fresh pumpkin, rinse them in water and roast in a baking pan at … Continue reading →

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Food Allergies in Children

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Kathy

New study says 1 in 13 U.S. children has a food allergy Lindsey Tanner, The Associated Press from Chicago says Food allergies affect about one in 13 U.S. children, double the latest government estimate, a new study suggests. Researchers say … Continue reading →

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My Allergies Are Driving Me Crazy! What Can I Do?

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Kathy

It is tempting to open windows when it’s warm, but that lets pollen in. Your’re better off keeping windows closed and running your air conditioner. If you do yard work, wear a respiratory mask labeled N95, a government rating that … Continue reading →

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