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Allergies

Allergies affect millions of people worldwide. Common allergens include dust mites, pollen, animals, and food. Some people have an intolerance to several things. Reactions can include dermatitis, hives, cough, runny nose, sneezing, and in severe cases, swelling of the throat and anaphylactic shock. There are allergy tests available and shots can sometimes help, but people often turn to alternative therapies when other methods aren't working. No matter what you're allergic to, we invite you to explore this section.

Our Allergy News page tracks the latest allergy news from around the web, from the new treatments to the latest research.

allergies It is estimated that as many as 50 million Americans suffer from some form of allergy.

dust mitesThere are approximately 30,000 species of dust mites.

allergicHorseradish is an herb that has been used for medicinal purposes for hundreds of years. Its root is used in sauces and many other recipes. Its potent spiciness not only makes it a popular culinary ingredient, but also makes it one of the best natural ways to clear the sinuses. It is also often used to treat skin problems and arthritis.




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Possum was diagnosed with Celiac Disease about a year ago. She will be keeping track of her experience with this condition, how it affects her life and how she finds foods that she can eat in I Can't Eat What? She also keeps a diary in the cancer section about her battle against MALToma (a form of Non-Hodkin's Lymphoma) in What's MALToma? She's been through a tough couple of years but we're glad she's here to share her stories with us.

Elizabeth, whose story initially focused on her panic disorder, will now also be writing about her longtime battle against allergies. She is going to try acupuncture and an alternative technique called NAET. She will be tracking her experience in It's Your Parents' Fault!. We'll be interested to find out whether the acupuncture and NAET techniques improve her allergy symptoms.

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