Mike Carruthers

Research in psychology suggests that body posture can influence how we think.

When we're standing up or sitting upright, our brains may be in a more focused, vigilant mode, good for detail-oriented tasks.

But when we lie down or recline, we tend to relax, which can promote broader, more associative thinking.

That shift may make it easier to connect unrelated ideas and arrive at creative solutions.

So, the next time you're stuck on a problem, changing your posture might change your thinking and give you a better idea.

And that is something you should know.

It seems like everyone today is allergic to something, whether it's pollen in the air or certain foods, medications, even pets.

But what is an allergy really?

And once you have an allergy, are you stuck with it for life?

And here's something really surprising.

Up to 90% of people who claim they're allergic to penicillin actually aren't.

So how does that happen?

How can so many people be wrong about something so important?

Well, if you've ever wondered whether your symptoms are a true allergy, or why allergies seem more common today than ever, or whether they can disappear by themselves over time...

Well, you're about to get some very clear answers.

My guest is Dr. Zachary Rubin.

He's a double board certified pediatrician and allergist immunologist at Oak Brook Allergists in the Chicago area.

He's also author of a book called All About Allergies.

Everything you need to know about asthma, food allergies, hay fever, and more.

Hey, doctor, welcome to Something You Should Know.