Studies show that nearly two thirds of asthma sufferers have allergies, underscoring a strong link between the two diseases. So what does one have to do with the other? It all starts with an allergic reaction to elements in the environment (mold, pet dander, dust,...
National Hispanic Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15. This celebration is intended to recognize the rich Hispanic and Latino American heritage – histories, cultures, and their contributions to our country. And here’s one more thing to...
Most often—YES! If you have allergies, you have a 50 percent chance of passing them on to your child. If both you and your spouse have allergies, that percentage increases to a whopping 75 percent! Genetic components have been shown to apply to a host of allergy...
Johnny Appleseed Day is celebrated in the month of September (September 26th to be exact). It’s Mr. Appleseed (real name John Chapman) that we can thank for the vast presence of apple trees in America. He planted trees in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and...
Man’s best friend can get allergies, too. In fact, many veterinarians believe we are experiencing an “allergy epidemic” with a ballooning number of pets developing allergies. Some attribute this to more stringent vaccination protocols. Others blame...
If liquor leaves you feeling miserable, and you’ve ruled out a standard hang-over, it could be an alcohol intolerance or allergy. Alcohol Intolerance Alcohol intolerance is an inability of the body to properly process alcohol. It is a genetic problem—not an...
