New Ebac Dehumidifier Now Available
Got a building that needs drying? Don't want to spend the money to duct something into the HVAC system? Ebac's new dehumidifier was made with you in mind. The Ebac CD200 serves the drying demands of medium-sized areas without the…
Peanut Allergy Triggered by Blood Transfusion
Children and adults with life-threatening allergies know all too well that precautions against an allergic reaction must be taken in every aspect of life. An extraordinary case of an allergic reaction related in the NY Times emphatically illustrates this point.…
Furnace Filter Photo Contest on Facebook!
Do you need a year of cleaner air? Would you like to breathe better in your own home? 3M furnace filters are a must for your home HVAC system. Indoor Air Quality is a growing concern for everyone not just…
Bed Bugs May Spread Disease, Study Finds
Though universally regarded as a repulsive nuisance, bed bugs have not been considered a major health threat
Worst Allergy Season on Record
If you feel like your allergies have been worse than ever this year, it could be because ‘2011 could end up being the most extreme allergy season on record,’ as reported in this video Worst Allergy Season Ever? by Fox…
Danby 50 Pint Dehumidifiers 20% Off!
During the month of May, you can purchase one of our most popular dehumidifiers for 20% off our regular retail price. Our Danby 50 pint is on sale for a limited time only. The sale ends on May 31st, 2011.…
Five Springtime Asthma Facts
Medical News Today reports on Five Things You Don't Know About Springtime Asthma. The article highlights the fact that though 24 million Americans have been diagnosed with asthma, ‘millions more’ may be at risk and not even know it. Allergists…
Asthma Rates at Record Highs
In Asthma Rates Rise Sharply in U.S., Government Says, the NY Times highlights a recently released Centers for Disease Control study that reports asthma rates in record numbers. According to the report, nearly one in 10 children and one in…
Free Shipping Promotion During May!
Do you need allergy relief, but hate high shipping costs? Everyone is dealing with high shipping and fuel costs, so we know how you feel. For years, we have offered free shipping on orders over $150. Now to help you…
BPA Exposure During Early Pregnancy Linked to Infant Wheezing
We've been keeping a close eye on news about the relationship between BPA and asthma and allergies. We've talked about this subject before. (See BPA, Allergies, and Asthma and BPA, Triclosan Linked to Allergies.) A new study seems to provide…
New Cat Allergy Vaccine is Safer, Quicker
Good news! Allergy treatment really is improving. As The Washington Post reports in Cutting Allergy Shots, advances are being made in immunotherapy that uses isolated proteins that make up specific allergens. The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology published a…
Last Chance for 10% off Blueair Air Purifiers
This week is your last chance to find great savings on our Blueair air purifiers! From now until May 1st, you will receive 10% off your purchase of any Blueair model. Combine that with our Free Ground Shipping on these…
Green Homes and Indoor Air Quality
I had the opportunity to speak with a builder last week. All of the houses he builds are certified green and Energy Star rated. This means that the materials he uses are low toxicity, such as low VOC paint and…
10% Off Alen Air Purifiers!
Alen Air Purifiers deliver the performance of the most expensive air purifiers at affordable prices. Alen's HEPA filtration system traps and destroys indoor pollutants like pollen, dust mites, pet dander, and mold spores that inflame allergies and asthma. By moving…
My Favorite Allergy-Free Cleaning Products
_I do my best to maintain a clean home all year long, but when spring cleaning comes around, I often reassess my cleaning tools and methods. One thing I often review is my cleaning products. With young children and pets…
Top Three Spring and Summer Allergy Relief Products
The worst of spring allergies, at least here in Atlanta, is waning, along with the decrease in the yellow river of pollen we endure every year. But with summer coming up, now is a good time to prepare for the…
Spring Allergies, Eye Allergies, and Contact Lenses
When it comes to eye allergies, the misery of spring allergies can hit those who wear contact lenses especially hard, Medical News Today reports.’ Eye allergy symptoms include itchy and watery eyes, which accompany other allergy symptoms like sneezing, coughing,…
Hidden Allergens: Shower Curtains
Today’s hidden allergen spotlight turns on the shower curtain, which can cause problems for allergy sufferers in a couple of ways: through off-gassing, and through the possible presence of mold. Firstly, consider vinyl shower curtains, those clear plastic ones that…
Dyson Vacuum Cleaner Giveaway!
At the end of April, we are giving away one Dyson vacuum cleaner to a lucky member of our social network. Current fans are automatically entered in the drawing. Not a fan? All you have to do to enter the…
Summer Brings Stinging Insect Allergies
_My little girl has been enjoying playing out on our sun porch as the weather has gotten nicer. But last week, I noticed that wasps were buzzing around, looking perhaps for a place to build their nest. My husband promptly…
Food Dyes, Allergies, and ADHD
As the number of cases of both allergies and ADHD disorders are on the rise, it’s particularly interesting to examine factors that may be increasing the incidence of both conditions. One somewhat controversial such factor is the consumption of food…
Have Any Food Allergy Advice?
We recently had a mother write to us for advice and help with food allergy questions. Recently, she found out that her 3 year-old is allergic to dairy protein (specifically Casein) and nuts. One problem is that milk and cheese…
Radiation Treatment and Allergies
In the wake of Japan's disaster, many of us have spent some time considering the dangers of radiation. Sales of potassium iodide, the main treatment for radiation exposure, have soared, even here in the United States. In 2004, the American…
Discrimination Against Those with Allergies?
This video on CNN Health raises the debate about how far others should go in accommodating those with allergies. In this particular instance, parents at a Florida public school are protesting their children's ‘inconveniences,’ policies put in place to protect…
The Miele Capricorn Changes Colors!
One of our most popular vacuum cleaners is changing its stripes! The Miele Capricorn has changed from silver to a stunning passion purple color with a pearl finish. _It is hard to argue with our belief that the Miele Capricorn…
Three Surprising Spring Cleaning Tasks Every Allergy Sufferer Should Do
Though it's best for allergy sufferers to maintain a cleaning regimen throughout the year in order to minimize indoor allergens, spring cleaning is an excellent opportunity to tackle some special projects that will help keep allergies at bay. Here are…
How to Enjoy Spring Without Allergies
If you're like me, it's almost impossible to resist going outside to enjoy the beauty and soft warmth of spring
Phytoremediation, say what?
Phytoremediation, from the Ancient Greek word for ‘plant’, and the Latin for ‘restoring balance’, describes the treatment of environmental problems (bioremediation) through the use of plants that mitigate the problem without the need to excavate the contaminant material and dispose…
Iron Supplements While Pregnant May Help Prevent Childhood Asthma
With early childhood asthma and allergies on the rise, researchers are always on the lookout for reasons for this surge. In addition to a lack of vitamin D, iron deficiencies may also account for problems in infant and childhood breathing,…
Bedbug Chemicals Dangerous Too
As we've covered in the past, bedbugs have made a huge resurgence in recent years. While the bedbugs themselves are not actually harmful unless you have an allergic reaction to their bites, the mental toll and loss of sleep can…
National Sleep Awareness Week!
March 7th to March 13th is National Sleep Awareness Week! This is the perfect opportunity to recognize one of the most important aspects of a happy, healthy, and successful life–sufficient and restful sleep. _The Austin Air Bedroom Machine, endorsed by…
New Food Allergy Test: Greater Accuracy, Less Risk
Researchers have developed an online calculator that predicts in seconds whether a person has three of the major food allergies, reports Science Daily in Easy, Accurate Way to Predict Food Allergies Developed, Study Suggests. This ‘Cork-Southampton calculator’ is 96 percent…
What Do Printers, Photocopies, and Receipts Have to Do with Allergies?
My family and friends know that I write for an allergy relief company, so I'm often asked for advice about which products to buy or about allergies in general. This week, my mother asked me why her eyes were itching.…
Blueair Air Purifiers Are On Sale!
For a limited time only, Blueair Air Purifiers are 10% off the regular retail price! Don't miss this opportunity to save on one of our best air purifiers. Check out the prices marked in red on our Blueair product pages.…
Vitamin D May Prevent Allergies in Children
We've talked before about vitamin D levels and allergies, and a study recently published in the online version of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology confirms the association. ScienceDaily reports on this in Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to…
Allergy Covers Aren’t Just for Allergies
Allergens are the biggest threat to hotel guests, reports CNN in a new article called A microscopic look at hotel hygiene. But allergens are not the only danger for travelers. Germs abound in many hotel room hotspots and it's enough…
Miele Vacuum Cleaner Wins Design Award
The Miele Cat & Dog upright vacuum cleaner is the 2011 Housewares Design Award winner in the Floor Care Electrics category. The Miele Vacuum cleaner was ‘best in category’ beating out other competition from Bissell, Electrolux, and others. _Ideal for…
Flu Season Not Over Yet
The Washington Post warns today in Flu Season Heats Up that it is still flu season. ‘Don't let the warmer, brighter days fool you,’ writes Leslie Tamura. ‘Flu season is not over.’ In fact, director of the office of epidemiology…
Solve Dryness Problems: Moisturizing Tips for Your Beauty Routine
The end of winter signals the approach of spring and relief from the many effects of dry air. Indeed, it's at this juncture that many of us are experiencing
Introducing the Dyson Groom Pet Brush
Have you been watching the Westminster Dog Show like I have? Congratulations to Hickory the Scottish Deerhound for winning ‘Best in Show’. All the dogs in this year
Romance and Allergies
It's nearly impossible not to notice that today is Valentine's Day. And with a nod to the occasion that brings so much pink and red and hearts and chocolate our way, it's also a good time to reflect a little…
Endotoxins Found in Dust Trigger Asthma
It's no surprise that dust in the house is a major allergy and asthma trigger, but the reason described in this Science Daily video may be news to you. I was very surprised and interested to learn more after watching…
Air Filters and Your Health
We have been touting the benefits and advantages of HEPA air purifiers and furnace filters for many years. Air purifiers and air cleaners are very popular products that can help you live longer and healthier. _In a recent blog post,…
Good News About Allergies and Brain Tumors
Is it possible that having allergies could be a good thing? We might not go so far as to say yes, but CNN reports today on a correlation between having allergies and a decreased likelihood of developing brain tumors. In…
Neti Pot Demo
The Benefits of Neti Pots on FoxNews.com features Dr. Manny Alvarez discussing use of the neti pot. Click the link above to hear what he has to say and to see a demonstration of the NeilMed NasaFlo Neti Pot. For…
How Healthy is Your Relationship with Your Pet?
Love your pet? Is Fluffy or Fido like part of the family? For most pet owners, the answer is of course,
Mucus vs. Mucous
Have you ever noticed these two different spellings of mucus? I, of course, have because I write about it all the time! As much as I love to learn and write about allergies and allergen avoidance, I love to learn…
Vacuuming Tips for Cleaner Indoor Air
We talked last week about how some ways to reduce indoor allergens during winter. Vacuuming more frequently is one sure-fire way to minimize the allergens in your home. But, as with many tasks, there's an alright way to do it,…
RoHS – What It Means For Your Health
RoHS (pronounced rohas), or The Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive, was implemented in the European Union in 2006. It is a standard that limits the use of six hazardous materials in the manufacture of various types of electronic and electrical…
How We Keep Skin Hydrated During Winter
My family just returned from a few weeks in California, where I'm from. And while the frequent 60 degree weather was a welcome relief from Atlanta's freezing temperatures, the warmth wasn't the only nice change; San Francisco's humidity, while cool,…