By. Dr. Cathy Sevcik, ND Due to the mild winter this year, the lower mainland will be subjected to a longer and more intense tree pollen season, according to UBC immunology department. The impact of this can range from annoying to life threatening, depending on the severity of a person’s allergies. Have you been reaching for anti-histamines…

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Is inflammation of the body Normal? When you cut your finger or are exposed to an infectious agent, your immune system mounts an inflammatory response. Your finger turns red and swollen as your immune system goes to work. During this response, your body releases pro-inflammatory chemicals and hormones which attack invaders such as bacteria, while…

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