» "Home, asthma-free home "

"Asthma is a serious, sometimes life-threatening chronic respiratory disease. It affects almost 25 million Americans, including roughly seven million children. "

» 8 foods responsible for allergic reactions

"With a food allergy, your immune system overreacts to a particular protein found in that food. Many food allergies are diagnosed in young children, though allergies may also appear in older children and adults. "

» A 'gluten' for punishment

Gluten - a protein found in some grains - has gained notoriety for its negative effects on some people's digestive and immune systems. Many people now avoid eating anything that could possibly include gluten.

» Achoo! Dealing with allergies

"Although it is impossible to avoid triggers that cause seasonal allergies altogether, there are ways to help minimize issues. Do a thorough spring cleaning. Delay early morning outdoor activities. Know your local pollen count. "

» Allergy relief

"Wash your hands frequently and avoid touching your eyes and face. Pollen collects on all outdoor surfaces, including car doors, mailboxes, etc. "

» Allergy remedies

"When used for more than three days straight, over-the-counter nasal decongestant sprays can cause a rebound reaction that makes allergy symptoms even worse. "

» Figuring out coughing fits

"Suffering from a chronic cough is no fun, and trying to figure out the cause can be frustrating. To get a handle on the source, take a look at some common triggers, and how you might find relief. "

» Food reactions - Allergies or intolerance?

A food allergy is an immune system response to a food that the body thinks is harmful. Reactions range from hives and intense itching to the rare but life-threatening anaphylaxis.

» Gesundheit!

"Weed out springtime allergy symptoms. If you greet springtime with a sniffle, and you see more water coming from your own eyes than from April showers, here's some advice to make it through. "

» Home remedies

Relieve allergy symptoms by dissolving 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. baking soda in 1 cup of warm water. Use a bulb syringe to squirt 2 to 4 drops of the solution into one nostril at a times. Then blow your nose gently.

» Indoor air -- How to keep mold out of your home

"Exposure to mold can trigger allergies and asthma, irritate eyes and skin, and possibly lead to more serious reactions. To keep mold in check: Avoid humidifiers if possible, because they promote mold growth. "

» Indoor allergies

"Wash bed linens in 130 degree F water at least once a week to kill dust mites, one of the most common triggers of indoor allergies and asthma attacks. Washable mattress and pillow covers also help control dust mites. "

» Pet therapy

Pets can improve your health. Pets can reduce stress and help prevent loneliness. They can also help lower blood pressure and decrease cholesterol and triglycerides. Pets may even increase life expectancy among people who had heart attacks.

» Pour a pot to relieve a stuffy nose

Seasonal allergy sufferers and people who have trouble with pollution and other chemicals in the environment know how miserable nasal congestion can be. You'd try just about anything to get some relief.

» Seasonal allergies -- Clearing up some common misconceptions about what makes you sneeze

"1. Flowers cause most seasonal allergies. In reality, wind-pollinated plants like grasses, trees, and weeds are the principal culprits in most allergies. Their tiny pollen particles can be blown hundreds of miles. "

» Take the sting out of bites

"A bee leaves behind a stinger and venom sac. Try to remove it quickly. Wasps don't leave stingers in the skin, which means they can sting more than once. Carefully wash the area with soap and water two to three times daily until the skin is healed. "

» The pollen patrol - Breathe easier during spring allergy season

"Reduce the sneezing, watery eyes, and runny nose of spring allergies caused by grass and tree pollen with these simple steps: Wash your hands frequently. Pollen is everywhere. "