What is it like growing up with food allergies, asthma and eczema?

Time to get to know our co-host Kortney, aka allergy girl, a little better. Kortney opens up about her journey with allergies, asthma and eczema, and shares some tips on how to manage them, so they don't hold you back from living your fullest life.

• Kortney's story and why she decided to start a blog about food allergies

Supporting information: https://www.itchpodcast.com/blog/episode-3

Why have allergies increased so drastically in the last two decades?

This episode takes a more in-depth look at what causes an allergic reaction, breaking down the parts involved in a reaction, and what symptoms to look out for in an allergic reaction. Dr Gupta also explains some theories into why someone may develop allergies and why they are on the rise.

• The symptoms of an allergic reaction

Supporting information: https://www.itchpodcast.com/blog/episode-2

THIS EPISODE HAS BEEN UPDATED! Please tune into episode 95 for the most recent information about the science behind an allergic reaction and more!

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Why did an allergy girl and an allergist immunologist decide to team up and start a podcast? Listen on to find out why they want to spread awareness about allergies, asthma and immunology. Plus learn what an allergist does and why you should see one. 

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