AHCHOO! For people with pollen allergies, being outdoors isn’t always a walk in the park. Pollen is a fine powder plants release in order to reproduce. Inhaling the tiny grains causes many people with allergies to sneeze or itch. Unfortunately, allergy sufferers won’t be getting relief anytime soon. With climate change bringing warmer weather around the globe, each new allergy season may be more intense than the last.
Allergic reactions happen when the body’s immune system, which is designed to defend against germs and diseases, reacts to harmless things like grass, certain foods, or insect bites. Pollen is a common allergen, usually causing symptoms like sneezing or a stuffy nose.