Latest Articles by Kristina Brooks

What to Know About Living with Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
Read real-world stories about the mental, physcial, and social challenges of living with chronic hives from people who experience it first-hand.

Need Help With Hives, Allergies or Asthma?
These are the leading organizations and online support tools that can help you navigate the challenges of living with these sometimes overwhelming conditions.

Tips and Home Remedies for Hives
These lifestyle tips and home remedies can help you better manage a breakout of hives – and may even reduce your risk of developing urticaria.

Dining Out with Food Allergies (INFOGRAPHIC)
Social events at restaurants can instead be a source of anxiety for someone living with food allergies. A great way to get back to enjoying time at restaurants with friends is to go in with a plan. We’ve talked to HealthCentral guest writer and aller...

Sugar is to Blame
A big underlying culprit in the rise in obesity is sugar.
Choosing the Best Pillow For You
Looking to relive pain or support a baby bump? Choosing the right pillow can make all the difference.

Glenn Frey: Life and Legacy
Frey’s story is one of many that show a person’s life does not have to be defined by a chronic illness.

Sleepy At Work? 5 Things You Can Do Starting NOW
Dealing with fatigue during the day when you have insomnia can be a real problem. Your body can feel so much in need of rest that many tasks you face can seem insurmountable. Here are things you can do to temporarily help you fight sleepiness.