Understanding allergies is part of allergy care. Our learning hub focuses on science-backed efficacy, research, and results to help you do that.

Allergy immunotherapy has been clinically practiced for over 100 years. Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT), in particular, has been utilized since the 1980s. This proactive treatment helps the body develop immunity to an allergen by giving gradually increasing doses of the substance.



What is allergen immunotherapy?

Allergen immunotherapy (AIT) is a treatment that targets the underlying cause of allergies and ultimately leads to immunologic tolerance. By desensitizing the immune system to the al

Allergen Immunotherapy 101

More than 50 million Americans experience all types of allergies every year, and that number is on the rise regardless of age, sex or race.



What are allergies?

Allergies are the immune system’s abnormal response to generally harmless substances such as pollen, foods, and animal dander. And allergens is the term used for the substances that cause these reactions.

Your body can develop allergic antibodies (IgE) over time to different substances. Subsequent exposure can lead to the activation 

Environmental Allergies 101

Meet Shyam Joshi, M.D., the Chief Scientific Officer at Nectar. With over a decade of experience in the field, he is a driving force of innovation, research, and patient-first practices at Nectar.



1. Tell us a little bit about yourself. Do you have any allergies?

I grew up in the beautiful rolling hills of central Kentucky and have been fortunate enough to experience living in all parts of the US during my medical training. Although I do not personally have any allergies, I have many family 

Meet Dr. Shyam Joshi, M.D.

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Nectar's Indoor & Outdoor Allergy Test is not currently available for those under the age of 18 or any residents of NY. Price of the test includes the cost of physician services from our Licensed Telehealth Provider ($4.00 per test).

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Understanding allergies is part of allergy care. Our learning hub focuses on science-backed efficacy, research, and results to help you do that.

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