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Can You Develop Allergies As An Adult?

Yes you can. Find how why you can develop allergies as an adult and how you can deal with the annoying new-to-you symptoms.

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Everything You Need To Know About Allergy Medications

What's an antihistamine? Do you need eye drops? Is it time to get prescription-level allergy medication? Find out with our...


Sex, Water, Exercise – What To Do When You’re Allergic To Stuff That’s Not Seasonal

Never mind pollen. What if you are allergic to the very stuff of life, like water or the sun? (Or...


What Causes Spring Allergies?

Why do you constantly sniffle when the weather gets warm? Here's what's happening in your body when spring allergies hit,...


How Dust Is Harming Your Health

Dust-mite allergies are one of the most common allergy and asthma triggers, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of...

Natural Home Remedies: Asthma

Asthma is serious and should be discussed with your doctor. But there are also home remedies you can try to...


5 Tips for Bringing Allergy-Free Treats To Your Kid’s Class

Consider these tips for packing allergy-free treats every kid can enjoy.


6 shocking causes of springtime allergies

Little-known allergy triggers may be waiting for you this spring. Here are some surprising ways spring allergies can sneak up...


5 myths and truths about allergies and asthma

These myths about asthma and allergies are commonly mistaken as facts. Make sure you know the difference so you can...


7 surprising ways to overcome allergy triggers

Between pollen, dust mites and pet dander, allergy sufferers can take a beating when warm weather makes its appearance. These...


10 ways to sleep better during allergy season

Don't let allergies interfere with getting a good sleep. Try these tips to ensure you're well rested


Allergies: Everything you need to know

Do you suffer from allergies? Here's how to cope with your symptoms


8 ways to avoid outdoor allergens

Don't let your allergies keep you cooped up in the house. Use these tricks to enjoy the spring air while...

Why does some jewellery turn your skin green?

Find out why this strange reaction happens and keep your skin from discolouring


New & Now: July 15, 2011

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The 5 worst food allergies in Canada

If you have food allergies, you're certainly not alone. Find out how many people suffer from 5 worst food allergies...


Can hookworms cure allergies?

Some chronic allergy sufferers are infecting themselves with hookworm parasites to treat their symptoms. Does this therapy have merit or...


Top 10 causes of bad breath

Bad breath is embarrassing, unpleasant and all too common, but do you really know what's causing your bad breath?


How to avoid allergy symptoms

While you can't completely avoid nature during allergy season, there are steps you can take to avoid allergy symptoms


Foods that fight allergies

If you suffer from allergies, you probably reach for pills when the trees bud or the ragweed blooms. But if...


5 things you should know about elimination diets

If you think you might be suffering from a food allergy or intolerance, an elimination diet may be the best...


7 health conditions that are helped by antioxidants

What the latest research tells us on antioxidants' effect on certain diseases and conditions, such as heart disease, asthma and...