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I used to think allergy shots sounded like a lot. Weekly visits, actual injections, and a long timeline. It felt like a big commitment for something I wasn’t sure would work, so I waited. For years.

Every spring and fall, I powered through congestion, fatigue, itchy eyes, and foggy mornings. I tried rotating allergy meds. I kept windows closed, avoided going outside after mowing, and carried tissues in every jacket.

Searching for natural allergy remedies is common. Many patients ask if supplements, foods, or lifestyle changes can manage allergy or asthma symptoms.

One of the most common areas of interest? Inflammation.

At Dakota Allergy & Asthma, we understand why natural allergy remedies, such as honey, appeal to many people. No one wants to rely on medications forever, and something as simple and sweet as local honey sounds like the perfect solution. That’s why we’re breaking down what’s myth, what’s real, and what actually helps when you’re dealing with seasonal allergies.

Fall allergy symptoms don’t have to ruin your season. From sneezing and itchy eyes to foggy mornings, learn what triggers fall allergies, how prevention and allergy shots work, and simple steps you can take to finally stay ahead this year.

If you or your child have had an unexplained reaction after eating, you’re not alone! Food allergies don’t always come with clear instructions. It can be hard to know whether something is worth checking out or if you’re just being overly cautious.

Allergists aren’t just for sneezing and rashes. They’re trained to diagnose and manage asthma too. Once I had a diagnosis and a personalized asthma care plan, everything made more sense. I wasn’t overreacting. I wasn’t just out of shape. My body was reacting to a combination of triggers I hadn’t fully understood until then. Now I have a plan and the right team behind me.

Many of our patients wonder about the story behind Dakota Allergy & Asthma. They want to know how we started and why we decided to call Sioux Falls home. And knowing that history can help patients better understand the values that guide our patient care philosophy, helping patients feel better prepared for their appointments, their treatments, and their experience.

For parents, there’s a unique joy that comes with sending your child off to school, there’s gratification in seeing your child begin to stand on their own two feet. But when your child has allergies, you may also encounter some unique worries and concerns.

 Thankfully, there are a few steps parents, schools, and children can take to help ensure your kids stay allergy-safe at school.

At Dakota Allergy & Asthma, the treatment process typically begins with an allergy consultation. During your consultation, you’ll be seen by one of our three specialists. At the end of your appointment, you will likely have a much better idea of what you’re allergic to (and what you’re not) and how you can find relief!

It’s a beautiful morning—almost like something from a movie. You wake up, press snooze on your alarm, and then meander out of your front door, where your newspaper is waiting for you. Over a nice cup of coffee, you spend a few minutes waking up and doing the daily crossword puzzle (you’re a bit old-fashioned that way). It’s only when you go to refill your coffee that you notice your hands feel a little…raw. Maybe a little itchy?

It’s not the first time this has happened, and suddenly the question crosses your mind: are you allergic to newspaper print?