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If you have seasonal allergies…

29 Tuesday Mar 2022

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…eat orange foods, like carrots and sweet potatoes. They’re full of carotenoids – powerful antioxidants or plant pigments the body turns into vitamin A. Carotenoids can also stop the release of histamine, which is what causes sneezing, itching and red, watery eyes. Studies found eating a cup a day of carotenoid-rich foods can cut allergy flare-ups in half. Because the carotenoids make our immune cells more stable. Aside from carrots and sweet potatoes, you can also get carotenoids from butternut squash and spinach, even though it’s green.

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Seasonal allergies? Here’s what you can do!

14 Tuesday Sep 2021

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If you get seasonal allergies, you may want to change your shirt! Because, on a high-pollen day, the average cotton shirt can trap 7‑MILLION pollen grains. So when you get home, don’t sit around in that shirt. Toss it in the hamper, and change into something clean and pollen-free. Otherwise, you’ll constantly be breathing it in – and transferring that pollen to your couch.

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Do you have a summer cold?

17 Thursday Jun 2021

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Summer colds ARE worse than winter ones. And they last longer too. That’s because different types of viruses are responsible for them – and they can create body aches, fever, and stomach trouble, in addition to the classic respiratory symptoms. And if you get a cold during the summer – it can make your allergy symptoms worse too. So if you get a summer cold, rest, drink plenty of liquids – and try taking an antihistamine, too. 

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Are your allergies driving you nuts?

18 Tuesday May 2021

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Keep some peppermint essential oil on hand! German researchers found the smell relieves allergy symptoms as effectively as many over-the-counter decongestants and antihistamines. It’s down to the cooling menthol in mint, which relaxes arteries and muscles, and shrinks mucus membranes, making it easier to breathe! So, when your allergies flare up, add a few drops of peppermint oil to a pot of boiling water. Then, don’t burn yourself! But lean your head over the steam and inhale deeply for 5 minutes. Your sinuses should unclog in no time.

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Got an itchy rash?

03 Monday May 2021

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Your favorite electronic gadget could be to blame! That’s because the cases of some smartphones and tablets contain the metal nickel, which can trigger allergies. In fact, according to dermatologist Dr. Sharon Jacob, 25% of people who get tested for skin allergies are allergic to nickel. And when a lot of Dr. Jacob’s patients put a cover on their tablets and phones, the allergic reaction cleared up. 

Again, see if you can eliminate an itchy rash just by getting a new smartphone cover! 

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The weather is warming up!

07 Wednesday Apr 2021

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But before you start cranking the air conditioning 24/7, clean your unit. Because, if you haven’t changed the filter and vacuumed out the vents, the moving air will spew out dust and debris, which can irritate lungs and trigger allergies. Plus, a dirty A/C can cost you money. Because, if the filter is clogged, the air won’t flow as well, which wastes electricity. 

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Dry indoor air can make your allergies worse.

02 Friday Apr 2021

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It can increase congestion in your sinuses and nasal passages. The solution is to get a humidifier – especially in the bedroom while you sleep. Dr. Neeta Ogdenis anallergist and immunologist – and she says that’ll keep your respiratory tract lubricated. However, other indoor allergens, like mold, can grow like crazy in a moist environment. So you want a happy medium between too dry – and too humid. So set your humidifier below 50%. 

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Are you allergic to pollen?

19 Friday Mar 2021

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Some common things can make your symptoms worse, according to immunologist Dr. Clifford Bassett. 

For example: Hair gel. It’s sticky and collects pollen throughout the day, which can end up spread all over your pillow and face at night. 

And if you have a pollen allergy, avoid eating celery. There’s a protein in celery that’s very similar to pollen. It can confuse your immune system, making symptoms worse. And that goes for cooked celery too, so avoid it in soups.

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Airplane Etiquette 101

18 Thursday Mar 2021

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What you wear on your next plane trip could be critical for keeping you and your fellow passengers comfortable and healthy. 

For example, skip the heavy cologne and perfume. Travel expert Christopher Elliott says because of the re‑circulated air, your scent could permeate the entire aircraft, and overwhelm or even sicken your fellow passengers – especially young children and those with allergies. 

Also: Don’t wear skinny jeans. They can constrict circulation and raise the chance of developing blood clots in your legs. 

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Give this a try for hay fever:

10 Tuesday Nov 2020

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Do you fight hay fever with antihistamines, and still suffer from itchy eyes, a runny nose, and sneezing? Try a nasal steroid spray, like Flonase, instead. Researchers at the University of Chicago say nasal meds are more effective and faster-acting than pills and shut down allergy symptoms for 80% of people within hours. Plus, they don’t get into your bloodstream, so they don’t cause side effects like some pills can.

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