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June 2014

40 million Americans suffer from (30% of the population) seasonal allergies

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Signs of allergy: Itchy eyes, throat, ears, skin Nasal congestion, blockage Nonstop sneezing can be seasonal Cough Fatigue-caused by poor sleep from nasal and sinus issues Presenteeism-attending work while unhealthy Cause of spring allergy: Tree pollen (alder, cedar, birch)- pollen is Light can travel for over 30-60 miles Immune system…
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Associations between food and other allergies, cross-reactions

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Allergies are caused by reactions of the body’s immune system to a wide variety of sources. These include animal products, mites, moulds, latex, pollen, medicines, plants, venom as well as food. Most of the non-food related allergies can be accompanied by reactions in the mouth or the gastrointestinal tract. The…
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Why do only some people have allergies?

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Why Do Only Some People Have Allergies? Some people are more likely to develop allergies than others because of a genetic state of hyper responsiveness to allergens, referred to as atopy. This concept is supported by the fact that children of parents with allergies have dramatically increased risk of developing…
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What is Allergy?

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What is Allergy? More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergic conditions, allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the united states, causing decreased productivity and lost time from work and school for millions of individuals. Physicians have found that allergic diseases can be controlled and their…
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