How to Treat Mosquito Bites: Our Body’s Histamine Response
Camping season is here… which means s’mores, swims, and… swarms of mosquitos (and their bites, unfortunately). So if you’re wondering how to treat mosquito bites, then you’ll want to keep reading. What is a mosquito bite, anyway? When a mosquito bites, it injects a tiny bit of saliva into the skin. This saliva contains proteins […]
Summer First Aid Kit: The All-Purpose Spray Your Family Needs
When we first discovered this essential addition to our summer first aid kit, we weren’t exactly looking for it. During the beginning of the pandemic, our integrative pharmacist Deb Allen was on the search for an effective, natural hand sanitizer that didn’t contain harmful toxins but was also effective against the virus. Of course, her amazing […]
4 Natural Remedies for Poison Ivy Relief You Need to Know
If you or your child has ever been plagued by the rash, pain, and discomfort that comes from poison ivy, you’ll want to tune in for these natural remedies for poison ivy. (Spoiler alert: There’s good news and bad news.) Why Our Bodies React to Poison Ivy Poison ivy contains an oily substance called urushiol, […]
Easy Homemade Healthy Summer Treats Your Family Will Love
It’s the 4th of July, it’s hot, and nothing hits the spot quite like a cold, healthy summer treat after a long day in the sun! If you take a stroll down the frozen treat aisle in the grocery store and pick up just about any box of frozen treats, you’ll most likely see a myriad of ingredients, artificial colors, and, of course, […]
Common Sunscreen Myths: What You Need to Know
There’s a number of common sunscreen myths these days. This mixed information can make it confusing to know what separates fact from fiction. Let’s see if we can clear up some common questions–and misconceptions–about sunscreen! Common Sunscreen Myths Myth #1: Sunscreen Causes Cancer False. According to current research, there is no evidence sunscreen causes cancer (as […]
Summer Colds: How to Prevent and Combat Them
We were taught in medical school about the immune system, digestive system, and nervous system, but we learned about them as separate entities. However, that’s not really how the body works. Everything is connected. We don’t have fences in the body so inflammation in one area is inflammation everywhere. Dysfunction in one system, eventually leads […]
Pool Day Problems: How to Detox from Chlorine
Swimming is one of the best parts of summer — but if your kiddo has eczema or asthma, all that chlorine can come back to bite. The good news? With a few simple steps, we can detox from chlorine and keep pool days fun and flare-free. I’ve been an avid swimmer my entire life. (Take […]
Benadryl and Dementia: What You Need to Know
Most of us don’t think twice about giving our child Benadryl for allergies, congestion, or even sleep—but new research is raising red flags for long-term use. A 2025 Harvard study linked long-term use of Benadryl use to an increased risk of dementia in adults who had taken it consistently for three years. (Yes, you read that right–dementia.) Why? […]
Indoor Air Quality: Tips to Allergy-Proof Your Home
Did you know that indoor air quality can be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air? Mind blowing, right?! If your child struggles with allergies, we want to make environmental modifications to lessen their exposure as much as possible. Of course, we can’t cut down all the trees or dig up all the […]
How to Manage Allergies Naturally: Six Strategies
Early season pollen exposure can begin as early as February, and here in Charlotte, NC, it starts ramping up quickly by early March. If you or your child struggles with seasonal allergies (allergic rhinitis), understanding what’s happening in the body is key. In this blog post, I’ll explain the role histamine plays in allergy symptoms […]
