Cross canadian ragweed biography

The real bummer about ragweed and other irritants associated with allergic rhinitis is that it's almost impossible to avoid coming into contact with pollen altogether.

We often can't see it or feel it, but our immune system lets us know it's hovering about by activating its defences resulting in pesky and annoying allergy symptoms.

But having a pollen allergy doesn't necessarily mean that you have to put up with a runny nose or irritated eyes all spring, summer, or fall long — there are steps you can take to reduce these symptoms if you're allergic to ragweed.

So, without further ado, here's what you need to know about ragweed allergies so you can get on with symptom-free life!

What is ragweed?

Ragweed is an unpleasant little plant.

There are over 17 different species of these soft-stemmed weeds that take up residence across North America, including sage, burweed marsh, rabbitbrush, and groundsel bush.

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