Environmental Allergies
September – The Sneeziest Month of the Year?
Allergies don’t just end once summer wraps up. Fall brings a new wave of allergy triggers, from peak ragweed pollen to indoor allergens and back-to-school germs. Here’s what to watch for, and how to find relief. Ragweed Ragweed is a brutal environmental allergen, and it peaks in most of the U.S. in September. It’s a…
When Does Pollen Season End?
When Does Pollen Season End? For many allergy sufferers, the changing seasons don’t bring relief – they simply bring a new type of pollen. Trees, grasses, and weeds all release pollen at different times of the year, meaning allergy symptoms can linger for months. Understanding when pollen is highest in your area can help you…
4 Gardening Habits that Make Allergies Worse
Gardening is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, but a few common habits can make allergy symptoms worse. From gardening at the wrong time of day to bringing pollen into your home, these simple mistakes can increase your exposure without you realizing it. Time of Day When you choose to do your gardening can…
Why Storms Trigger Allergy Attacks
Stormy weather can have an unexpected effect on allergy symptoms. While rain can temporarily reduce pollen in the air, storms also bring strong winds, increased humidity, and mold growth – and all can trigger allergy and asthma symptoms. Wind and Rain The first signs of a big storm are always wind and rain. Wind moves…
What Climate Change Means for Allergies
Climate change is creating the perfect conditions for allergies to thrive. The extended lengths of warm weather, increased and severe rain, more carbon monoxide – it’s all good for the plants that cause allergy symptoms. They thrive in those conditions, and release even more pollen, for even longer lengths of time. Here’s what’s happening, and…
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…
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…
How Vertigo and Allergy Can Be Connected
Add vertigo to the list of conditions like eczema and IBS that can have a connection to allergy. More and more people are discovering that allergic triggers could play a role in their dizzy spells, especially when symptoms seem to flare with seasonal changes or exposure to certain substances. The good news is that if…
A Drought Can Make Your Allergies Worse
Environmental allergies are usually caused by plants like trees, weeds, and grass that thrive with sunshine, warm temps, and water. When they’re at their peak, they release pollen into the air, and when it’s breathed in, symptoms kick in. When pollen enters your system, some bodies interpret it as harmful and respond by releasing histamine…
Signs It’s Time to Break Up with Your Allergist
Allergy treatment isn’t one-size-fits-all, and if you’ve been sticking with a plan that doesn’t seem to be working, it’s okay to start asking questions. If you’re not getting the relief or support you need, it might be time to reassess if it’s time to break up with your allergist and find another immunotherapy option –…