Allergies - Prevention

Fatal Allergic Reactions: A Cause Identified

New information about life-threatening allergic reactions.

Anaphylaxis: Preventing and Treating Life-Threatening Allergic Reactions

Stay safe by following these guidelines.

Don t Let Allergies Come Between You and Your Pet: 7 Helpful Hints to Reduce Symptoms

Suffering from allergies triggered by your pet? Don t give away Mittens or Fido just yet. Read on for ways to minimize your symptoms.

5 Ways to Deal With Post-Nasal Drip

Five tips to cope with the nagging cough and sore, itchy throat that come with this common and bothersome condition.

The Difference Between Food Allergy, Intolerance, and Sensitivity

True allergies which can be life threatening are often confused with less serious food sensitivities. Learn about the differences.

Why Some People Suffer From Allergies

Histamines are an important part of our immune systems, but when they overreact, they can cause serious harm.

Top Tips to Help Your Child Manage Food Allergies

Don't let your child feel like a food allergy is holding them back. Learn how to be the advocate they need with these key strategies.

Cure for Cat Allergies? Scientists Are Getting Close

Scientists have discovered why a protein causes allergic reactions to cat dander. Their research promises to pave a path to prevention for many cat allergy sufferers.

5 Top Congestion Fighters

You're congested, and you're miserable. But you don't have to let a little cold slow you down. Here are five remedies to try and one remedy to avoid.

All About Pink Eye

What are the symptoms? How is it treated? Read on for the facts about this contagious eye infection.

Should You Try Allergy Shots?

When severe allergies have you in their grip, allergen immunotherapy (also known as allergy shots or injections) may help you find relief. Here's what you need to know.

Navigating Social Invitations When You Have Allergies

Read on for smart ways to safeguard your health and still be a gracious guest.

Allergies and Asthma: What's the Connection?

Learn more about these chronic conditions, both which affect millions of Americans.

4 Surprising Foods That Contain Gluten

Gluten can lurk where you'd least expect it. Arm yourself with knowledge when it comes to these four common foods.

Frequently Asked Questions About Allergies

From annoying seasonal allergies to life-threatening reactions, here s what you need to know.

Are You Sabotaging Your Allergy Treatment?

If you're ignoring these eight guidelines, your allergy symptoms may not have the opportunity to improve.

Why That Rash? You Might Be Surprised

If you're prone skin reactions and can't figure out why, you may be allergic or sensitive to common products you use every day.

What's Your Allergy IQ?

Allergy questions are nothing to sneeze at. Here, we answer six common concerns.

Sinus Infection or Something More?

Pressure in your sinuses is nothing to sneeze at. And when it's accompanied by pain and foul-smelling nasal discharge, it could mean something more.

Your Partner or Your Pet? Loving Someone With Allergies

You love your pet. But what happens if your significant other can't set foot in your home without coughing or sneezing? Don't let allergies end your relationship. Read on for ways to solve the problem.

Will Giving Up Gluten Deliver Weight Loss?

Limiting gluten in your diet can be beneficial if you have celiac disease, but others simple avoid it in order to drop pounds. Gluten-free diets are hot, but there are some drawbacks.

Milk Allergy or Intolerance: What's the Difference?

Symptoms of lactose intolerance and an allergic reaction to milk are different. Here's how to tell them apart and what it means for you if you have to forgo dairy products for either reason.

Growing Up With Cows Helps Kids Breathe Easier

Children who live on dairy farms and drink unpasteurized milk appear to have immunity against asthma and allergies. New findings help identify why this is the case.

The Secret to Surviving Allergy Season

One simple step will help reduce allergy symptoms: Removing your clothes when you come in from outside. Here's why.

Breathe Easier Tonight: How A Humidifier Can Help

Depending on your triggers, adding or removing the moisture in your bedroom air can lessen the risk of an asthma attack.

The Wonders of Magnesium for Allergies

What do whole grains, nuts, seeds, seaweed, cacao, and leafy greens have in common? Magnesium, a mineral that can help eat away allergy symptoms.

Are You Allergic to Your Laundry?

Far from a tame activity, doing the wash presents a plethora of potential allergy triggers.

Does Your Home Trigger Your Allergies?

Whether you live in a new house, an older house, or in an apartment, your home may present specific allergy challenges.

Fight Winter Allergies With Papaya and Pineapple

Take a bite out of your winter allergies and allergy-related inflammation with two tropical fruits.

5 High-Risk Spots for Food Allergies

Dangers can lurk anywhere from the ball game to the dentist's office. Here's how to protect yourself.
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