Maureen Connor

Writing this from Dallas, Texas one of the ragweed hotspots of the nation, I’m particularly aware of “allergies” and the havoc they can cause. Here are some tips for handling allergies:1. Ragweed pollen is probably the largest single seasonal allergen in North America.It is estimated that a square mile of ragweed plants would release 16 [...]

When you are allergic to a particular food your body initially reacts with alarm and the symptoms are very clear.You may notice headaches and migraines, abdominal bloating or cramps, frequent diarrhoea or constipation, eczema or other skin problems, painful swelling of joints, unexplained mood swings, depression or anxiety, swollen hands, ankles, feet, eyes, face, unexplained [...]

Do you develop itchy, watery eyes or a stuffy, runny nose during the same season every year? Do you sneeze frequently when you’re around animals or at work? Have you ever developed hives after eating a certain food?If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may be one of 50 million Americans with [...]