The Food Allergy MentorWhen my son was diagnosed with food allergies (milk, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts) at 2 years old, we had no idea what to do. A lot of the basic... By Bob McEachern3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Air Ducts, Air Quality, and the Effect On AllergiesWhen 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... By Nina Ajdin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is There a Link Between Emotions and Allergies?As human beings, we are also very emotional creatures. We are always dealing with some kind of emotion - whether it be a pleasant or unpleasant one. This can undoubtedly... By Nina Ajdin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Can Dehumidifiers Improve Dust Mite Allergies?I've had terrible allergies for 40 years. I can't even remember what it feels like not to have a stuffy nose, watery eyes, and a tickle in my throat. My... By Lorene Alba, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
You Have Food Allergies? I Don’t Believe You.Having food allergies can be a little nerve-wracking, from finding a safe restaurant to dine in, to inspecting food at office parties and church potlucks. One thing for sure is... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Preparing for Dance Auditions With Food AllergiesI am currently training for an important dance audition at the end of the month in New York City. So much preparation and rigorous work goes into getting ready for... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Allergy Mitigation Tips: "I Don't Want to Take Allergy Meds Forever!"I recently stopped by a colleague's house on a beautiful spring evening. She said to me, "Oh! I have a question for you." I wondered what she was going to... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A New Allergy to CashewsI have been living with most of my allergies since birth or early childhood. I've had a pretty extensive range of allergies for a while. For the most part, I've... By Marta Jozefczyk2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why "Just Be Positive" Isn’t Always HelpfulThe phrase, "Just be positive," might be one of the most detrimental pieces of advice someone can receive, especially as it relates to chronic health conditions. Before you consider me... By Nina Ajdin3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Choosing Restaurants on My Food Allergy Journey"Why did you choose this restaurant?" My husband knew my food allergies limited what I could eat there. His question prompted me to consider what had motivated my decision. When... By Michelle Hernandez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is This Product a Cosmetic, Drug, or Soap?The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies products based on their intended use. Different laws and regulations apply to different categories of products. The law that defines the difference... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Cupcake Culprit: An Allergic Reaction at SchoolHaving an allergic reaction at home or while with friends and family is one thing, but having a reaction in school was embarrassing and scary. At least at home or... By Marta Jozefczyk2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
4 Lessons I’ve Learned From Dealing With Food AllergiesLet's be honest: food allergies are a hassle. They can be hard to navigate and can become incredibly stressful. But on the flip side, food allergies are manageable if you... By Elizabeth Alvarez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Simplest Way to Battle Tree Pollen This SpringAnd here we go with the start of pollen season. Our family of 5 has allergies year-round to pollen, pets, dust; you name it. But when pollen season kicks off... By Andrea Jensen, CHES, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Allergies & Asthma: Proceeding With Caution on the TubeOne of the things about living in and around London is that to get around different parts of the city, the quickest and most convenient way of traveling is using... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Home Remedies for Alleviating Itchy EyesI deal with both chronic dry eye and allergies. So annoying eye symptoms can cause extra problems for me during seasonal changes and allergy flare-ups. If you deal with any... By Nina Ajdin2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Pros and Cons of Alternative Treatments for Food AllergiesFood allergies are overwhelming, and sometimes you get to a point where you will almost do anything or try anything to take them away—at least, this was my experience. After... By Elizabeth Alvarez2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Allergies Advocacy Has Aligned My Efforts as a Patient LeaderI had no idea how important healthcare would become for me when I first started writing content for a hospital in 2004. Healthcare is not just an industry in which... By Michelle Hernandez3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Having Allergies Makes Me AngryHaving this wonderful community space to document and share our allergy experiences is truly amazing! People who suffer in the same ways can connect and empathize. We can hold space... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lessons I’ve Learned From Living With AllergiesWhen living with allergies, as with many chronic health conditions, there are certain things that I have to do and be mindful of to manage symptoms and keep my health... By Marta Jozefczyk2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments