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October 24, 2015

Can allergy meds affect sexual health?

An expert explains how your allergen-blockers could be blocking your sex life, too.

October 24, 2015

How blueberry pie caused girl's strange allergic reaction

A girl in Canada experienced an unusual allergic reaction to blueberry pie — she was not allergic to any of the pie's ingredients, but instead reacted to antibiotic residue in the food, a new study suggests.

October 24, 2015

Marijuana may trigger allergies in some people

Just like ragweed and birch trees, marijuana plants may trigger allergic reactions in some people, according to a new review of previous studies.

October 24, 2015

Is this the end of your nut allergies?

Question: If you put Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak on a cashew, what would you get?

October 24, 2015

10 spots in your home where allergies can attack

Your home should be your safe haven, but if you're an allergy sufferer, it might actually be the source of your misery.

October 24, 2015

Horrible allergies? Find out which sneaky seasonal sources are to blame

Can't figure out why you suddenly feel run-down, congested or downright miserable? A surprising new uptick in allergens could be the culprit.

October 24, 2015

Climate change may worsen mold allergies

A common fungus tends to grow more allergenic traits in the presence of high carbon dioxide. 

October 24, 2015

Could a ‘leaky gut’ be the cause of acne, fatigue and memory fog?

As far as strange medical conditions go, leaky gut syndrome is among the most intriguing— and possibly the most distastefully named.

October 24, 2015

Furry pets 'enrich' gut bacteria of infants at risk for allergies

In a small, preliminary study, infants in households with furry pets were found to share some of the animals' gut bacteria - possibly explaining why early animal exposure may protect against some allergies, researchers say.

October 24, 2015

Probiotics may help prevent peanut allergies, animal study shows

Bacteria in the gut can help protect mice against peanut food allergies, according to a new study.