If you have allergies, you're probably well aware that the sneezin' season is upon us. During the warm weather months, pollen from trees, weeds, and grasses fills the air and finds its way into the noses and throats of just about everyone. For most people, this is no problem. More than just a seasonal nuisance, pollen allergy is one of the most common chronic diseases in the United States, affecting about 10 percent of the population. Other types of allergies, such as those to certain foods, molds, or pets, for example, cause much suffering too.
Allergies also are a significant trigger of asthma.
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