Suck it up (literally) and deal with the runny nose? Sneeze uncontrollably in the middle of your presentation or – even worse – on a date? #nothanks In a city where it’s not realistic to avoid outside air or other people, it’s important to understand how to take control of your allergies before they get the best of you. Let our guide to spring allergies in NYC help you! How you get triggered. Can you guess which nasty P-word is responsible for igniting your sniffling flare-ups? Get your head out of the gutter, it’s… Pollen. These microscopic molecules that we call pollen are the plant world’s ..read more

What is your name and what is your job title? Nicole Hamilton, Founder & CEO. What is the name of your business, and your website URL?Homeownering, www.homeownering.com When was your business founded and how long have you been working there? Homeownering was founded in 2016. I’ve been working there since its founding. Please describe your business: What is your elevator pitch? Who is your ideal customer? Homeownering provides independent and unbiased homeownership advice and resources for female homeowners. As homeowners, our home is often our largest asset. Homeownering gives you to ..read more

The days are shorter, the nights are colder, and those with pollen allergies are breathing a sigh of relief. Many seasonal allergy sufferers look forward to winter, as the decreased pollen production means relief from their allergy symptoms. For those sensitive to indoor allergens like mold, pet dander, and dust mites, however, the colder weather doesn’t bring the same sense of relief. In fact, the winter season may cause an uptick in symptoms for these patients as the cold weather often means more time spent indoors – and that leads to increased exposure to certain allergens. Those experienci ..read more

Thanksgiving is traditionally seen as a time to gather with family and friends to reflect on what they have been thankful for during the previous year, such as good health, a rewarding career, or the opportunity to spend time with loved ones. One thing 15 million Americans aren’t thankful for is food allergies. Unfortunately, food allergies have been on the rise in recent years and there is no clear answer as to why. As the incidence rate continues to rise, more and more American families will be navigating the sometimes complicated world of food allergies and will be on the hunt for ways to m ..read more

Holiday Allergies If you thought the winter season was a relief from allergies, you might want to think again… Is it possible to get winter allergies? Yup! The holidays bring many things: time with friends and family, goodwill and, unfortunately, winter allergies in unexpected places. Winter allergy symptoms could include sneezy or runny nose, itchy eyes, nose or throat, watery eyes, dry scaly skin or redness. Lucky for you, we’ve outlined some of the triggers to look out for to reduce your exposure to winter allergies and make for a much cheerier holiday.   1. Poinsettias. Did you know ..read more

Suck it up (literally) and deal with the runny nose? Sneeze uncontrollably in the middle of your presentation or – even worse – on a date? #nothanks In a city where it’s not realistic to avoid outside air or other people, it’s important to understand how to take control of your allergies before they get the best of you. Let our guide to spring allergies in NYC help you! How you get triggered. Can you guess which nasty P-word is responsible for igniting your sniffling flare-ups? Get your head out of the gutter, it’s… Pollen. These microscopic molecules that we call pollen are the plant world’s ..read more

Have you heard of allergy shots? (And no, we’re not talking about tequila to forget you’re sneezing.) Also known as “Allergen Immunotherapy,” this is a long-term treatment option for patients – both adults and children – with with allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma, and other conditions. Allergy shots decrease a patient’s sensitivity to allergens, which can lead to longer lasting relief from allergy symptoms, like runny or stuffy noses, sneezing, coughing, watery eyes, and more. How do allergy shots work? Allergy shots, a.k.a. Allergen Immunotherapy treatments, work by exposing the body to inj ..read more

So you’ve gotten past the swiping and texting and first few dates, and it seems like things are moving forward with this new hottie. (sweeeeet!) The only problem is – He’s allergic to Muffin. What to do when you want to snuggle up with both your pet AND your allergic new partner? The good news is, you don’t have to give Muffin away to a new owner OR break up with the human. (Unless of course you’re looking for a reason to break up… which is probably a topic for another type of Google search ) It might not be pet allergies after all. Often times, sneezing around pets can make you think you’re ..read more

Holiday Allergies If you thought the winter season was a relief from allergies, you might want to think again… Is it possible to get winter allergies? Yup! The holidays bring many things: time with friends and family, goodwill and, unfortunately, winter allergies in unexpected places. Winter allergy symptoms could include sneezy or runny nose, itchy eyes, nose or throat, watery eyes, dry scaly skin or redness. Lucky for you, we’ve outlined some of the triggers to look out for to reduce your exposure to winter allergies and make for a much cheerier holiday. 1. Poinsettias. Did you know poin ..read more

Suck it up (literally) and deal with the runny nose? Sneeze uncontrollably in the middle of your presentation or – even worse – on a date? #nothanks In a city where it’s not realistic to avoid outside air or other people, it’s important to understand how to take control of your allergies before they get the best of you. Let our guide to spring allergies in NYC help you! How you get triggered. Can you guess which nasty P-word is responsible for igniting your sniffling flare-ups? Get your head out of the gutter, it’s… Pollen. These microscopic molecules that we call pollen are the plant world’s ..read more