Are you aware that pollen is the most common allergen to which we are exposed?
Reference: https://www.pollen.com/allergy/allergy
Allergies have become epidemic in the US. According to WebMD, 55% of the US population tests positive for one or more allergens!
Reference: https://www.pollen.com/allergy/allergy
Yet, in the 1950's, only 2-5% of the people in the US were affected by allergies.
What happened that seasonal allergies have soared to epidemic proportions??
Apparently, the number one allergen, Pollen, has increased dramatically since the 1950's. There is a reason why, and also something that you can do to lessen your exposure and therefore your reactions to pollen. This is what I am so excited to share with you today!
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For many years now, male plants were planted over female plants and now we have an overabundance of male trees, shrubs, and other plants that are pumping out an enormous amount of pollen that is seeking a female--something moist and sticky--to receive it. The female plants actually have an electrical charge that attracts the charged pollen and removes it from the air. But when there is no plant on the receiving end, the moist and available human nose, eyes and mouth, also having an electrical charge, are the next best thing!
- During peak pollen times, keep your windows closed. Pollen is small enough to blow through your window screens.
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Have a happy and healthy fall season.
Lots of Love,
Karen
Reference: The Allergy-Fighting Garden by Thomas Leo Ogren