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How To Get Enough Nutrition When You Have a Food Allergy

Eating a variety of foods in natural forms can provide lots of nutrients that boost the immune system. Some studies show prebiotics and probiotics in foods may also enhance immunity. 1. A strong immune system can protect us from illnesses and play a role in the development of or protection from food allergies. 1,2.

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The Impact of Living With Food Allergies

WebOne study found households with a food allergy spend $3,339 on things not covered by insurance. That same study found opportunity costs of nearly $5,000 per household due to lost wages, decreased productivity, and increased time on household chores. 3 Yearly …

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Can Food Allergies Be Prevented

WebFeed children allergenic foods early. For years, people thought shielding babies from allergenic foods would lower their risk of developing food allergies. This idea also applied to babies in the womb. But research has proven otherwise. 1,2,4. In fact, eating common …

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Allergies Health Info & Community

WebEnvironmental allergies happen when your body overreacts to an allergen like mold, pollen, or dust mites. This can cause symptoms like itchy watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny or stuffy By Editorial Team. 3 min read. 0 reactions. 0 comments. Read recent articles.

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Environmental Allergies: 7 Tips to Control Pollen Allergies

WebThese tips mix behavioral remedies, medications, and nasal irrigation. 1. Shower before bed. Showering when you get home or before you go to bed if you go outside during high pollen season can be extremely helpful. Pollen travels through the air quickly and can …

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Diagnosing Allergies: Physical Exams and Tests

WebAllergists have special training in diagnosing and treating allergies. 1-4. Allergies are usually diagnosed using a combination of an in-person exam, a medical history, symptom history, and various tests. These tests may include skin tests, blood tests, lung function tests, or …

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Dirty Air Ducts and Allergies: The Importance of Air Quality

WebAir Ducts, Air Quality, and the Effect On Allergies. When dealing with allergies and other chronic health conditions, oftentimes it’s hard to tell which symptom is coming from what. This is why finding our triggers can be so difficult at times, yet it’s such an important part …

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How Do Environmental Allergies Impact Quality of Life

WebHigher rates of depression and anxiety. Environmental allergies may also affect your mental state. Having allergies can lead to anxiety, fear, and worry. How to prevent and treat your symptoms can consume your thoughts. 3,4. Allergies can impact your social life too. You …

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Understanding Environmental Allergies

WebEnvironmental allergies fall into 2 types, and some people have both: 1,2. Seasonal allergies are usually caused by outdoor mold and pollen from trees, grasses, or weeds. Year-round allergies are usually caused by things found in your environment all year long. This …

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What Are the Symptoms of Environmental Allergies

WebEnvironmental allergens can be indoors or outdoors. While this large group of allergens is diverse, all trigger similar symptoms, including: 3-5. Runny nose. Sneezing. Itchy nose, eyes, ears, and mouth. Nasal congestion. Red or watery eyes. Swelling around the eyes. …

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Food Allergies: What Is NAET and Can It Eliminate Allergies

WebIt stands for Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Techniques. In a nutshell, it is a non-invasive, drug free method of alleviating allergies. Although NAET is not backed by robust scientific research, I tried this alternative allergy treatment because I was desperately dealing with …

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Can Allergies Trigger Anxiety and Panic Attacks

WebThen, there's the fear of experiencing a severe allergic reaction in the future. I believe fearing a severe allergic reaction is a valid link to anxiety and PTSD. When we deal with other chronic health conditions, the stress can pile up and compound. So, it's …

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Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Action Plan

WebAn allergy and anaphylaxis action plan is an important tool for those with allergies, especially severe ones. It is a document that explains what someone needs to do to help you if you have an allergy emergency. 1-5 Allergic reactions may be mild to moderate, but …

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Insect Allergies: Understanding Skeeter Syndrome

WebSkeeter syndrome is a type of mosquito allergy. The immune system of people who have this syndrome creates an extreme allergic reaction to mosquito bites. An unusually large inflammatory response occurs at and around the site of the bite. 1,2. Doctors first linked …

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Latex Safety in Healthcare Settings Allergies.net

WebRepeated exposure to latex can lead to latex sensitivity. With continued exposure, a medical professional can go on to develop a full-blown latex allergy. People exposed to latex often include: 1,2. Healthcare workers. Others who often wear latex gloves, such as food …

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Forums Allergies.net

WebRead & ask questions in our allergies discussion forums, covering topics like treatment, unusual symptoms, coping, caregiving, research, & more page 1 of 6

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How are Leulptroene Receptor Antagonists Used for Allergies

WebLeukotriene receptor antagonists (LTRAs) are prescription drugs used to treat asthma. They work by blocking the actions of chemicals in the body called leukotrienes. 1-3 LTRAs relieve nasal and sinus congestion caused by hay fever, seasonal allergies, and year-round …

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Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C Allergies.net

WebAndrea works in public health and is a Nationally Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), and a Certified Asthma Educator (AE-C) She coordinates an Asthma Home Visit Program and helps families learn more about allergies and asthma.

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