Allergies & the Immune System
Allergies are extremely common, affecting about 1 out of every 5 Americans. Understanding what causes them, and which particular allergens are responsible for triggering your symptoms, are the keys to successful treatment. The immune system functions as the body’s first line of defense against germs and bacteria, and is essential in maintaining good health and…
Ragweed: Autumn’s Notorious Allergen
Many people associate hay fever with springtime, but it can occur anytime plants release pollen. A notorious autumn offender is ragweed, from the genus Ambrosia. This plant is responsible for about half of all cases of allergic rhinitis attributable to pollen. Ragweed can grow just about anywhere, but is most common in the Midwest and…
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