–Almost all of us have, or know someone who has an allergy. An allergy is an overreaction of your immune system to something that is foreign to your body, but may not be dangerous to other healthy individuals. People can be allergic to pollen, mold, antibiotics, food such as peanuts or shellfish, or any number of other things in our environment. When exposed to an allergen, your immune system generates an inflammatory response, giving you symptoms like a runny nose, itch, or rash. Scratching and sneezing might be uncomfortable, however in other situations, an allergic reaction can be life threatening. Continue reading Why do we get allergies?