Beyond the Sneeze

Are Hypoallergenic Dogs Real? Debunking the Pet Allergy Myth

Do hypoallergenic dogs really exist? In this episode of Beyond the Sneeze, I explore this common myth with an allergist. We break down what actually causes dog allergies, whether certain breeds are truly “safe,” and what research says about allergen levels. If you love dogs but have allergies, this episode is for you.

Can Local Honey Cure Allergies? Debunking a Popular Myth

Can eating local honey really help treat seasonal allergies? In this episode of Beyond the Sneeze, I break down the popular myth and sit down with the allergist Dr. Park to uncover the science. We explore whether honey contains allergy-causing pollen, what research actually shows, and whether it’s safe.

What's Fact and What's Fiction

Are hypoallergenic dogs real? Can local honey cure pollen allergies? Can just smelling food trigger anaphylaxis? In this episode of Beyond the Sneeze, I introduce common allergy and asthma myths and explain why misinformation spreads so easily. Get ready for science-backed answers, expert insights, and myth-busting ahead.

More Ways Allergies are Diagnosed: Beyond Skin Testing

In this short follow-up to Episode 3, I finish exploring how allergies are diagnosed. I revisit my own skin prick test, then explain intradermal testing, blood (IgE) tests, and challenge tests—when they’re used and why.

How do you know if you have allergies? My Diagnosis story.

How do you actually know if you have allergies? In this episode of Beyond the Sneeze, I share my personal diagnosis story—from growing up around allergy symptoms to visiting an allergist and undergoing skin testing. I explain what the test felt like, how results appeared in minutes, and how IgE antibodies help identify specific allergens.