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7 Ways to Avoid Seasonal Allergies for Good

Watery eyes, itchy throat, and a stuffy nose are all telltale signs of spring -- for allergy sufferers, that is. If you're one of 'em, this advice will help you never deal with seasonal allergies again

May 10, 2012 | by Sharon J. Yi | 17 COMMENTS

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Turns out sugar will make you pack on the pounds and suffer from seasonal allergies: A spike in blood sugar generates an insulin response, Andry explains, which in turn causes mucous membranes to become congested and tissues to swell.

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Worked for me! Ditched wheat products August 2012 due to other issues it was causing, this year no seasonal allergies!

by tisha_lasalle Monday, April 22, 2013 at 09:39AM Report as inappropriate

thanks for the tips

by LittleBunny Friday, January 4, 2013 at 07:27AM Report as inappropriate

Great tips. I only knew of one of the list,dairy. I am going to have to start paying closer attention!

by rachel_entzmingerlloyd Monday, August 20, 2012 at 08:23AM Report as inappropriate

I have some of the worst allergies. I kind of doubt that its because of some of the food that I eat. There's no way that i would ditch my sweets either. I gotta have those :)

by MHolland6 Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 03:55PM Report as inappropriate

I'm surprised honey isn't on this list because it really does make a difference, when I remember to take it regularly. I did eliminate milk, switching to coconut milk and almond milk, but cannot give up cheese. Believe it or not, giving up milk itself made a huge difference in my skin, but allergy wise, I do still suffer at times.

by MissPoison Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at 07:03AM Report as inappropriate

local honey is the way to go

by LittleBunny Sunday, August 5, 2012 at 10:41AM Report as inappropriate

I have terrible seasonal allergies, and I'm vegetarian, eat healthy, and already follow almost all of those guidelines year round, and yet my allergies are way worse than anyone else that I know. So I'm a little skeptical about this advice. :(

by LipglossandSpandex Monday, June 18, 2012 at 12:23PM Report as inappropriate

Interesting info. I suggest doing more research before concluding allergic to food.

by muellsrus Monday, June 4, 2012 at 04:47PM Report as inappropriate

Interesting, looks like I'll be stocking up on grapes..my fave!

by raquel_raygoza Sunday, May 27, 2012 at 12:40PM Report as inappropriate

really interesting but i don't want to give any of these foods up :(

by sportimonki13 Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 01:19PM Report as inappropriate

I just wish it all worked.

by jessica_ellis Monday, May 14, 2012 at 01:41PM Report as inappropriate

Excellent !! Knew some of the WHAT's but not the WHY's which, for me, is the only way things stick in my head and mack sense. Maybe now my head will actually be clearer and I won't run into that car ahead of me !! Just kidding, but thanks!

by islands4me Monday, May 14, 2012 at 08:39AM Report as inappropriate

Fabulous Article-Basically I do eat very healthy but since moving to Florida with all the variations of trees-shrubbery and grasses-I now have to take allergy shots every week forever-but I will incorporate what was mentioned above into my diet if it's not there already. Thanks for the great article a/k/a you don't have to sneeze forever.

by BlondeBabe Sunday, May 13, 2012 at 02:34PM Report as inappropriate

I can breathe better already!!! Great info

by alictasia Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 12:50PM Report as inappropriate

ill try to see if this works thanks

by Nicole2814 Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 06:29AM Report as inappropriate

ill try to see if this works thanks

by Nicole2814 Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 06:29AM Report as inappropriate

I have a very strong immune system and even though it seems that eating better is the end-all for all ailments, it's not true. I'm not saying to not eat well, but naturally it's not really going to do much for people with allergies (like me).

by volta Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 02:30AM Report as inappropriate

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