by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Jan 8, 2019 | Asthma
Eosinophilic Asthma (E-Asthma), is a severe form of asthma that affects the entire respiratory system. What sets this type of asthma apart from the asthma you might know, is the high levels of white blood cells called eosinophil. These white blood cells are part of...
by Doug Kaup | Dec 19, 2018 | The Lungs
Home fireplaces often sit unused for most of the year. With the holidays coming up, fireplaces might get “fired up” for family get togethers. The biggest issue can be old brick and terra cotta liners that can allow flue gasses to escape into the home. In...
by Doug Kaup | Oct 22, 2018 | The Lungs, Tips & Tricks
Cleanliness of a home or building can have an effect on the internal air quality. You have to search deep to ensure that your home is truly clean. Just because you’ve managed to put the clutter away, it doesn’t mean your home is clean. On the other hand, don’t...
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Sep 28, 2018 | Allergies
Fall allergy symptoms like an itchy throat, watery eyes, and sneezing that we usually blame on ragweed could also be the result of eating fruits or vegetables that are first cousins to pollen. Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) is associated with pollen allergies and has its...
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Aug 28, 2018 | Asthma
Consumption of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is now being linked to a higher incidence of asthma in children. Moms also can increase the chance that their baby will have asthma by 60% if they consume fructose and sugar-sweetened beverages during pregnancy. The...