Allergens 101
Olive Tree
Olea Europaea
One of the most significant allergy-causing agents in the Mediterranean. Olive trees are evergreen and thrive in dry summer seasons and cool, rainy ones. There are nearly 3000 varieties of this tree, which can live up to 1,000 years!
Common symptoms
Hay fever
A runny nose, stuffiness, and sneezing are very common
Eye allergies
Itchy, watery, or red eyes are very common
Asthma
Coughing, wheezing, chest congestion, chest tightness and shortness of breath
Seasons and Regions
Northeast
Northwest
Midwest
Southeast
South Central
Southwest
Alaska
Hawaii
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Where are Olive trees found?
Olive trees are found in South America (Chile, Peru, and Argentina), Africa, China, Japan, Australia, and North America. Within the United States, they are found in the Southwest, inluding Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.
Recommended solutions
Avoid the allergen as best as you can and reduce symptoms through over-the-counter medications. If you would like to prevent your allergies from progressing or are looking for long-term relief, talk to your doctor about allergy immunotherapy or find out if you are eligible for NectarRx Allergy Treatment.
Check pollen counts daily
Opt for air conditioning during pollen season
Wash bedding often with hot water
Use asthma and allergy air filters
Use Benadryl, Claritin, or Zyrtec as needed
Treat with allergen immunotherapy