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Allergies are on the rise. When exposed to particles and gases that enter our bodies, defenses are built up for future invasions. When exposed again to the same particles and gases, our body fends off their potential danger by neutralizing them. Airborne allergens come from animals, plant, flowers, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), molds, and dampness. As our bodies react and build up defenses, we get a runny nose and sniffle. Our natural defenses also run us down and sometime can ruin the day. It is unclear why, but more and more of us are being affected by allergens. Improving air quality[...]

The peak of the allergy season is upon us. Over 50 million Americans suffer from allergies and over half of all U.S. citizens test positive to one or more allergens. It is the 6th leading chronic disease where 2/3 of the sufferers are adults and 1/3 children. You can experience chronic sinusitis, hives, stuffy, runny noses and fatigue. This time of year, it's airborne allergens,  mostly pollen, that causes the most allergies! You can experience symptoms for days, weeks or months. You can even miss work and school because of allergens. Allergies are hereditary where a child is 48% more[...]