Archive for the 'Allergies' Category

Mediterranean diet may prevent allergies & asthma in children

Children who eat a Mediterranean-style diet — rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts — may experience fewer respiratory problems such as allergies and asthma, according to a new study conducted on the Greek island of Crete. Researchers said this may explain why, on the island, skin allergies are as common as anywhere else but […]

Quick Links: Smoking, secondhand smoke, and other peoples’ health

Smoking and secondhand smoke have been in the news a lot recently. It’s becoming painfully clear that if you smoke you are definitely hurting the health of the people around you, not to mention your own. If you’re a parent please be sure to never smoke around your children and, of course, do everything you […]