Are Hypoallergenic Dogs Real? Debunking the Pet Allergy Myth

Food Allergy Myths, Part 1: Can Smelling Food Cause a Reaction?

Can simply smelling a food trigger an allergic reaction? Does food allergy cause eczema? Should children avoid foods because a family member is allergic? In Part 1 of our food allergy myth series, allergist Dr. Joon Park joins me to separate fact from fiction and explain what current research really says about food allergies, eczema, and allergy prevention.

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.