Allergies and Flying: Taking Allergies to New Heights
Allergies and Flying…Having an allergy attack mid-flight can be one of the scariest experiences a person can endure. Since there are limited supplies and medical aid on an aircraft, most airlines have taken the necessary precautions to ensure that their passengers are taken care of while on board. Some U.S. airlines have even changed their policies to accommodate passengers who have food allergies. Allergies and Flying: Peanut Allergy Being allergic to peanuts is one of the most common types of food...
Food Allergy v. Food Intolerance
Have you ever eaten something that you had a bad reaction to? Well, having a physical response to a specific type of food could either mean that you have a food allergy or food intolerance. Most people often confuse the two because similar symptoms occur. Although food intolerance is more common, it’s important to differentiate between the two so that you are able to identify any life-threatening reactions. What having a Food Allergy Means? Having a food allergy is the result of your immune system reacting to a...
Best Hotels for Allergies
Best Hotels For Allergies and What To Consider: Traveling is stressful enough without worrying about your allergies. Some travelers are lucky to stay with relatives, but not everyone has that choice or would prefer to have their own space at a hotel. For allergy victims, you do not always know what you are walking into. Several hotel chains do not clean their rooms properly, let alone have allergen controls in place to assist with keeping allergic reactions at bay. This can account for a less-than-enjoyable...