If you've been out in Loveland this week — maybe catching Rhythm & Brews downtown last night, maybe just getting yard work done in the afternoon heat — there's a decent chance you've noticed that familiar itch behind your eyes. Not sick. Not tired. Just that dusty, scratchy feeling that mid-July in Colorado tends to bring.
It's Grass Season, Not Spring Season
A lot of people think allergy season is a spring thing. Here in Northern Colorado, the summer stretch is just as significant. Tree pollen wraps up by late June, but grasses keep releasing pollen from May through August — sometimes into September. Mid-July is right in the thick of it.
Loveland sits where the plains and the foothills push into each other, which means you can catch pollen from both mountain grasses and Front Range grasses at the same time. Mornings tend to be the worst window. Pollen counts peak before noon, so early hikes or morning runs feel rougher than expected — and most people don't make the connection until it's happened a few times in a row.
What Actually Helps
The basics are still the basics: shower when you come inside, keep windows closed on high-count days, and shift outdoor time to the evenings when pollen tends to settle. Sunglasses cut down on what your eyes catch on windy afternoons. Nothing flashy, but it adds up.
A lot of customers have been asking us about natural options for supporting their body during allergy season. We'll be straight with you — CBD is not an antihistamine. It won't replace what your doctor prescribes. But we do think supporting your overall wellness routine matters when your body is working overtime responding to its environment.
What We've Been Recommending at the Shop
The CBDfx CBD + CBG Oil Wellness Tincture ($55) has become a daily staple for a lot of our regulars. It's a broad-spectrum drop that pairs CBD and CBG with curcumin and CoQ10 — the curcumin component is one reason people reach for it during seasons when they're looking for extra botanical support. It's just solid, consistent daily CBD without any fuss.
The CBDfx CBD Gummies with Turmeric & Spirulina ($60) have been a quiet hit this month. Broad-spectrum CBD alongside turmeric and spirulina in a two-gummy daily serving. Easy to fold into your morning. If you're already reaching for golden milk or anti-inflammatory foods during summer, this fits naturally into that habit.
If you're new to CBD and want to start without overcomplicating things, the Koi Anytime Balance CBD Gummies ($30) are a low-barrier option — broad spectrum, berry lemonade flavor, one serving a day and you're done. A lot of first-timers walk out with those because they just want something reliable without overthinking it.
Still Worth Getting Outside
Check the pollen count in the morning before you plan your day. If it's a high one, shift your outdoor time to the evening. The Big Thompson path in Loveland is genuinely beautiful right now in the late afternoon light, and Rhythm & Brews is a good reminder that the evenings downtown this time of year are about as good as it gets.
July in Northern Colorado is worth it. You just might need a slightly different game plan to feel good through all of it.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement.
