Allergies On The Rise - 5 Possible Causes for The Increase In Allergy Sufferers

Allergies are increasing in almost every developed country in the world? With all of our medical and technological advances, this is hard to understand. Here are 5 possible reasons that there has been such an increase in the number of people who are allergic.

Climate Change---With the rise in the median temperature throughout the world, trees are pollinating longer and therefore producing more pollen. And while this helps to replenish vegetation and keeps the planet green, its effect is making life miserable for those who have sensitivity to airborne pollen.

More Awareness---There is certainly more of an awareness of allergies today than 100 or even 50 years ago. It is possible that the percentage of people with allergies has not increased, but that we are all more aware of the condition, and are better able to differentiate it from the common cold or other conditions with similar symptoms.

More Insulated Environment---The United States Environmental Protection Agency says that indoor air is 20 times more polluted than outdoor air. In some ways we have moved forward with storm windows and doors, and central heating and air conditioning. Both those same advances have helped to trap airborne pollutants giving them no way out.

Continuous exposure to irritants such as dust, dust mites, mold and mildew spores, pet dander, and seasonal pollen can exacerbate those who are already allergic, and can cause the onset of allergies and asthma in those who were previously healthy.

Increase In Pollution---Emissions from cars, trucks, buses, factories, and other pollutants that are sent airborne tend to hold pollutants captive in the air. This increases exposure to allergens when outdoors and can cause problems or make existing conditions worse.

Genetic----A lot of the reason is out of anyone's hands. Your family's medical history plays a big part in determining whether you will have a problem. The exact way that this effects an offspring is still not cut and dry, but it seems that those with a family history of the condition are more likely to suffer with it than not. But regardless of the reason, several things seem to be agreed on by all.

Find out what triggers your symptoms. It is often a combination of things so keeping a journal will help you correlate symptoms with patterns of behavior. Once you are surer of what the allergens are, take great care to avoid them. Using natural and non-invasive solutions in the long run is healthier and cost effective.