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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...
Allergy Treatment: It’s Like Driving a Car
Treating the cause of your allergies with allergy drops is like learning to drive a car – it takes time and consistency through different phases to really conquer it. Allergy drops are custom to each patient and slowly introduce the body to the specific allergens that cause their symptoms. Over time, the body learns to…
Learn how allergy treatment phases work...
Why Allergies to Animals Happen and How to Avoid Reactions
Having an allergy to animals can be devastating for pet lovers. The symptoms of a pet allergy can range – from congestion and itchiness, to skin irritation and rashes – making it difficult to be around animals. There’s a reason these reactions happen, and there are ways to help avoid them, too. Why allergies to…
Learn how to help avoid pet allergy...
Why Invest in Allergy Treatment?
In an age of “treat yourself,” why do we hesitate to spend on our long-term health? Allergy drop immunotherapy following The La Crosse Method™ Protocol is covered by some insurances, but for those that don’t, some people debate spending money out of pocket. There are a lot of good reasons to consider investing in allergy…
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Differences with Celiac Disease, Gluten Sensitivity, and Wheat Allergy
So many menus these days show “GF” to signify that an item is gluten free, and this distinction can mean everything or nothing for someone depending on why they are avoiding gluten. There are three main reasons someone avoids gluten – they’re sensitive to it, they have celiac disease, or they have an allergy to…
Learn the differences and diagnosis of each...
How to Manage an Allergy Headache
Bugged by consistent headaches? If they come on seasonally or occur with other allergy symptoms, it might be an allergy-related headache. This blog explains why allergies can cause headaches, and how to avoid them. What causes an allergy headache To be able to treat an allergy headache, you first must know what causes it. When…
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Why Treat Allergy Early in a Child’s Life
Parents go above and beyond to make sure their kids are healthy and safe. But, sometimes allergy in children slides through the cracks and is missed as a factor into illness – like skin rashes, infections, stomach issues, ear infections and more. By treating allergy early, it can help prevent a spiral of allergic conditions…
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Tips for Going to College with Seasonal Allergies
Going off to college and experiencing independent living for the first time can come with so many challenges. There are a few extra hurdles to overcome when doing it with environmental allergies, and this blog can help be a guide to a successful transition. Ask for room accommodations There are ways you can help prevent…
Check out the tips for college life with environmental allergies...
Maybe It’s Not Food Allergy, It’s Oral Allergy Syndrome
Mouth tingly after eating broccoli? Upset stomach after eating peanuts? While it’s natural to jump to a common conclusion – like food allergy – it may be a little more complex, but a little less scary, than that. Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) may be to blame, and it’s caused by environmental allergies. This syndrome seems…
Learn about the difference between food allergy and OAS...
Why You Might Think Again About Steroids for Allergies
Allergies and related conditions like asthma and chronic sinus issues are miserable, and many providers do what they can to get you feeling better fast. One solution often prescribed by providers is steroids – both shots and nasal sprays – because patients can feel their symptoms reduce quickly. But this doesn’t come without risk, as…
What to know about steroids for allergies...