Seasonal Allergies Explained: What Actually Works (And What Doesn’t)(Dr. Zachary Rubin; Bench to Bedside podcast on YouTube)

Seasonal allergies are getting worse—and there’s a reason why.

In this episode of From Bench to Bedside, board-certified allergist Dr. Zachary Rubin and immunologist Dr. Melanie Matheu break down what’s really happening with rising pollen counts, why your allergies may be worse as an adult, and what actually works to treat them.

We cover: 

• When to see an allergist
• Why pollen seasons are getting longer
• The truth about “botanical sexism”
• Thunderstorm asthma (yes, it’s real)
• The most effective over-the-counter treatments
• Whether allergy shots actually work
• And the top 3 things to do if you’re miserable right now 

If your allergies are running your life—this episode is for you.

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00:00 Intro
00:40 When should you see an allergist?
02:15 Why allergies get worse as you age
03:20 Why pollen counts are rising globally
05:30 The Japan allergy crisis
06:40 Debunking “botanical sexism”
09:00 Wind vs insect-pollinated plants
10:30 Why some pollen hits harder than others
11:40 Thunderstorm asthma explained
13:10 Wildfire smoke + allergy connection
14:10 Non-medication allergy strategies
16:00 Over-the-counter treatments explained
18:30 Nasal sprays: what to use (and avoid)
19:45 Allergy shots: do they actually work?
21:00 Top 3 tips if you’re miserable right now
21:45 Outro

Interview: 

https://youtu.be/ZMHHAXmBLUs?si=43WIwd80ymhcvYbC