Watch Out for Christmas Tree Allergy

Think your allergies and asthma get worse once you bring that fresh pine tree indoors during the holidays? It may be more than just your imagination. People for years have suspected that along with that fresh pine scent, an indoor freshly-cut Christmas tree worsened allergy symptoms, but the reason wasn't completely clear. You have allergies and asthma, please read the following articles BEFORE you get your indoor Christmas tree.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Watch Out for Christmas Tree Allergy Think your allergies and asthma get worse once you bring that fresh pine tree indoors during the holidays? It may be more than just your imagination. People for years have suspected that along with that fresh pine scent, an indoor freshly-cut Christmas tree worsened allergy symptoms, but the reason wasn't completely clear. You have allergies and asthma, please read the following articles BEFORE you get your indoor Christmas tree. Daniel More, MD Allergies Expert Reasons to Use an Artificial Christmas Tree if you Have Allergies For many people, Christmas wouldn’t be complete without having an indoor Christmas tree. The sparkling lights, the shiny ornaments, and the smell of fresh pine sets the festive mood for the holiday season. For some people, however, having an indoor Christmas tree can wreak havoc on their asthma and allergy symptoms. While there are some measures that might help reduce the symptoms associated with a live Christmas tree, people with severe allergies and asthma may want to consider getting a hypoallergenic artificial Christmas tree. READ NOW Mold Allergy: A Common Reason For Christmas Tree Allergy Mold, also known as fungus, is a family of organisms that are found throughout nature. Unlike plants, mold need food and water sources in order to thrive. This food source is often in the form of a carbohydrate material, such as wood or cellulose. Mold also grows on live plants, and can infest indoor Christmas trees -- especially 2 weeks after they've been in the home. READ NOW Pine Scent Can Cause Severe Nasal Symptoms Strong scents can cause severe nasal symptoms and can worsen asthma. However, a reaction to strong odors and perfumes isn't an allergic reaction but is a form of non-allergic rhinitis called vasomotor rhinitis. Christmas trees emit a strong scent that is pleasant to most people, but can cause worsening nasal symptoms. READ NOW Featured Articles • One food recently that has made waves with the gluten free and paleo diets is Cassava. • How Food Guilt Affects Getting Fit • Stand On One Leg to Test Your Lifespan • 6 Stupid Things People Say About Natural Childbirth • 6 Ways to Ensure Your Holidays are Happy and Stress-Free • 10 Great Exercises for Helping Lower Back Pain • Here's How to Make a Salad in a Jar • Does a Poor Sense of Smell Predict Alzheimer's Disease? Advertisement About Allergies  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Allergies newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.