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Welcome to Allergychoices' bi-monthly blog. Our blog posts fall into several categories: Allergic Conditions, Allergy Control Program, Allergy-Friendly Holidays, Environmental Allergies, Food Allergy, La Crosse Method Protocol, Nutrition/Wellness, Pediatric Allergy, Sublingual Immunotherapy. Or you can see the most recent posts below...
How Chronic Allergies Contribute to Fatigue, Anxiety, and Depression
Allergies are often seen as a seasonal annoyance, but for many people, they can be a daily struggle that affects far more than sneezing and itchy eyes. When your body is constantly reacting to allergens, it can drain your energy, disrupt your sleep, and impact your mental health. Understanding why allergies make you feel so…
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Simple Winter Allergy Cleaning Checklist
As you take down the holiday decor and prep for the new year, it’s the perfect time to do a little cleaning that will benefit your allergies. By focusing on dust-filled living spaces and moisture-loving bathrooms, you can reduce your allergy symptoms from the inside out. Living Rooms Dust mites, mold, and pet dander like…
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Debunking Common 5 Allergy Misconceptions
Myths surrounding allergies are not only confusing and misleading, but they can also lead to dangerous situations. We’re breaking down some of the most common myths about allergies and what you really need to know. You Can’t Develop Allergies as an Adult Just because you didn’t have allergies as a kid, doesn’t mean that you…
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Adjusting Your Allergy Regimen While Traveling
The winter months are great for travel, with holiday getaways, warm weather retreats and spring break trips. Leaving your usual environment can bring on new allergens, and the last thing you want is symptoms on your vacation. Here are a few tips for feeling your best while enjoying your travel. New Environment = New Environmental…
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Why Are My Allergies Worse in the Winter?
Cooler temps means that plants and trees start to die, and they stop releasing pollen into the air. A lot of people see allergy relief with this shift, but there are also people who feel even worse allergy symptoms once winter hits. What’s the cause? How can they feel better? You Have Indoor Allergies The…
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The Allergy Domino Effect: How Minor Symptoms Lead to Major Employer Costs
Leaving allergies untreated is like tipping the first domino – what may start as seasonal sniffling can turn into long term, comorbid conditions. Sinusitis, asthma, migraines, digestive issues, mental health conditions, and more, can all stem from an underlying allergy. From an employer’s perspective, that’s years and years of healthcare costs, all pointing back to…
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How to Support the Teal Pumpkin Project This Halloween
We’re getting close to Halloween – your costume is hanging in the closet, and a big bag of candy is waiting by the door for trick-or-treaters. But here’s something you may not have considered: 1 in 13 children in the U.S. has a food allergy, and many of the traditional treats handed out on Halloween…
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Antihistamines vs. Immunotherapy: What’s Right For You?
You’re struggling through seasonal allergies and the constant itching, sneezing, and congestion that come along with it. When you start searching for ways to feel better, two options always pop up – antihistamines and immunotherapy. What do both options do, and how do you know what’s right for you? Let’s break down the difference and…
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Can Allergies Impact Workplace Performance?
There are many illnesses that wreak havoc in the workplace in the fall. Cold, flu, COVID, and whether you realize it or not, allergies. It can be easy to shrug off allergies as itching and sneezing, but it can cause more trouble than expected when not addressed. Presenteeism Presenteeism is when an employee is physically…
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