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Seasonal Allergies

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The weather is warming up, flowers are blooming, and that pollen is accumulating. Soon households throughout the states will be suffering from nasal complications, irritated eyes, and scratchy throats. Prescription and over the counter medications are available to help treat the symptoms. Many come with the occurrence of the unwanted side of effects which may include drowsiness. Even if there is success with this kind of treatment, preventative actions and proper nutrition are essential to reduce complications of allergies. What is an Allergy? By definition, an allergy is a response by the immune system to a substance that it views as harmful, thus becoming sensitive to that substance. Common allergens (substances that trigger allergic reactions) are pollen, fur, smoke, and dust. The time in which many allergens become concentrated is known as "Allergy Season". This can vary from place to place as different plants pollinate at different times. Take Ragweed...
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