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Jamie Martin

Jamie Martin

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posted 01/13/2009, comments (0)

Tex-Mex Chicken with Avocado Mango Slaw Allergy-Friendly Recipe

Happy New Year to everyone and I hope you had a wonderful holiday. Most everyone makes a resolution at the beginning of a new year, and for most adults, that may mean losing a few pounds. I know I'd like to part company with 10 pounds myself, but it can be hard to find recipes for your food allergic family that eliminate all of the problem... Read moreChevron
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Dr. Paula J. Busse

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posted 04/28/2008, comments (2)

Living Life With Allergies and Without Limits

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.  Over 35 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies.  Although allergies can cause many bothersome symptoms including runny or stuffy nose, itchy eyes and throat irritation, we are lucky that we have several medications that can be used to treat and prevent these... Read moreChevron
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Allison Janse

Allison Janse

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posted 03/17/2008, comment (1)

Spring Cleaning Tips for Allergy Sufferers

It's the week I dread. No, not because I need to cook an edible Easter meal for a house full of guests or attempt to keep the kids busy during spring break. With the heralding of spring comes spring cleaning, and I can't say I enjoy the task. If you're one of the 40 million people who suffer from allergies, particularly dust... Read moreChevron
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Heather Reese
posted 02/09/2007, comment (1)

Food Allergies: A Case of Mistaken Identity

Nutrition expert Heather Reese breaks down the basics of common food allergies.  A food allergy occurs when the body mistakes a food item for a harmful substance, and the immune system creates antibodies to protect itself. Once this mistaken identity occurs, every time a person eats that food the body will release histamine and other... Read moreChevron
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An allergy is the immune system's over-reaction to a normally harmless substance called an allergen.

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