Latex Allergies

Environmental allergens that can cause cats to experience symptoms of seasonal allergies most commonly include pollen, grass, weeds, dust and mold. (BestReviews) How to treat your cat's seasonal allergies For many people, the spring and summer seasons not only bring more greenery and sunshine, but also unwanted sinus pressure, sneezing, itchy eyes and respiratory issues. And just as people can suffer from seasonal allergies, so can their cats. Many of our feline friends are affected by allergens, with symptoms ranging from very mild to severe. Luckily, just like people, cats have a range of medications available to soothe their symptoms so they can frolic outdoors or relax by the window free of suffering. What to know before buying cat allergy medicine Types of allergies There are three main variations of allergies that domestic felines can develop: environmental, insect and food allergies. Environmental allergies are the most common and re...

Share on Pinterest A study looked at what happened to people who had symptoms of an allergic reaction after their first dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine. Halfpoint Images/Getty Images Many people experience a range of side effects from COVID-19 vaccines, including soreness at the injection site, fatigue, or headache, that resolve on their own within a day or two. There is a small risk of experiencing a serious allergic reaction to certain ingredients in the vaccine. If you had an allergic reaction to your first vaccine dose, your allergist may recommend taking a basic antihistamine before your second dose. New research has found that antihistamines may help resolve the allergic reactions some people experience after receiving the Pfizer and Moderna messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccinations against COVID-19. The paper , published in JAMA Internal Medicine on Monday, evaluated the safety of second doses in people who experienced an allergic reaction after the first dose. Researchers found that p...

For a few years, dairy-free Greek yogurts seemed forgotten. Several past attempts had been discontinued, and most dairy alternative brands were turning their attention to other product lines. But Forager Project showed renewed interest a few months ago, with the launch of their coconut and cashew Greek-style alternative . And now, Silk Greek Style Yogurt is hitting the refrigerated section in four simple flavors. Each one is made with thick, creamy coconut milk, and spiked with 10 grams of vegan pea protein. Silk Greek Style Yogurt is Rich with Coconut Milk & Plant-Based Protein Early reports are saying this airy-free Greek-style yogurt is perfectly thick and has wonderful flavor. But you be the judge! Be sure to leave your unbiased rating and review below once you buy and try this product. Vanilla Ingredients: coconutmilk (filtered water, coconut cream), cane sugar, pea protein, water, pectin, natural flavor, calcium phosphate, citric acid, live and active cultures, vitamin d...

Share on Pinterest A study looked at what happened to people who had symptoms of an allergic reaction after their first dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine. Halfpoint Images/Getty Images Many people experience a range of side effects from COVID-19 vaccines, including soreness at the injection site, fatigue, or headache, that resolve on their own within a day or two. There is a small risk of experiencing a serious allergic reaction to certain ingredients in the vaccine. If you had an allergic reaction to your first vaccine dose, your allergist may recommend taking a basic antihistamine before your second dose. New research has found that antihistamines may help resolve the allergic reactions some people experience after receiving the Pfizer and Moderna messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccinations against COVID-19. The paper , published in JAMA Internal Medicine on Monday, evaluated the safety of second doses in people who experienced an allergic reaction after the first dose. Researchers found that p...

Ask any dermatologist—or anyone with keratosis pilaris, for that matter—and they'll tell you one of the biggest misconceptions about the best keratosis pilaris treatments is the belief that they're a cure-all for "chicken skin" or "strawberry skin." Fact is, there's no magic pill or fairy godmother (at least not yet) that can entirely eliminate the small white or red bumps that crowd the arms, legs, and butt cheeks of people with KP. But the good news? The symptoms can be managed.  Ahead, we talked to pros to learn more about the skin condition—and the products and ingredients you can use to build an effective regimen that deals with the dryness and pesky bumps. Read on for their expert advice. What is keratosis pilaris? "Keratosis pilaris is a harmless skin condition that develops when your skin produces too much keratin," board-certified dermatologist Dennis Gross, M.D., tells Glamour . What happens is that the hair follicles on you...

Artificial sweeteners offer a solution for people who have a sweet tooth and don't want the excess calories of refined sugar or other natural sweeteners like honey, dates, and maple syrup. But do artificial sweeteners pose a health risk?  Sharon Pruitt / EyeEm / Getty Images What Are Artificial Sweeteners? Low-calorie sweeteners, which include artificial sweeteners and non-nutritive sweeteners, are used in beverages, foods, candy, toothpaste, and some medications. They contain few calories or none at all. Non-nutritive sweeteners are extracted from plants or herbs such as the stevia plant and monk fruit extract.  Artificial sweeteners, on the other hand, are made of chemical compounds that include sulfonamides, sucrose byproducts, peptides, and their derivatives. Artificial sweeteners have a higher sweetness potency than sugar and are used to flavor certain foods and beverages. Some of these sweeteners can be 200 times to ...