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ENVIRONMENTAL ALLERGY
Articles by a Naturopathic
Doctor ( N.D.) |
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ENVIRONMENTAL
ALLERGIES MORE
COMMON |
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Toxins in the
environment weaken
the immune system,
causing allergy
symptoms &
susceptibility to
infection and other
diseases. |
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Allergies
aren't so much a disease in
themselves, but a symptom of
a weakened immune system or
other health problem.
Treat the underlying cause,
not just the symptom for
long term relief... |
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Allergens can
be any substance but the
most common ones are dust,
pollen, animal hair, animal
dander, insect bites,
grasses, molds and fungus,
cleaning products and metal
in costume jewelry.
Heredity does appear to play
a role in allergies. |
If both
parents have allergies then
the child will have a 70
percent chance of developing
allergies. Persons who
are not breastfed are also
more likely to develop
allergies.
Allergens can
be any substance but the
most common ones are dust,
pollen, animal hair, animal
dander, insect bites,
grasses, molds and fungus,
cleaning products and metal
in costume jewelry.
Heredity does appear to play
a role in allergies. If
both parents have allergies
then the child will have a
70 percent chance of
developing allergies.
Persons who are not
breastfed are also more
likely to develop allergies. |
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What you can do: |
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Avoid the
allergen if
possible |
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Eat
vegetables
high in
antioxidants |
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Keep a diary
of what you
react to |
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Take
supplements to support healthy immunity: EFAs, vitamin C, Moducare |
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Take a good
multivitamin |
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Use a
dehumidifier
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Use air
purification
in your home |
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Detoxify
with herbs
like milk
thistle |
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DID YOU KNOW?
(ALLERGY FACTS) |
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25% of
people have
allergies
and don't
know it. |
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You can be
allergic to
anything. |
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An allergy
and
intolerance
are two
different
things:
an
intolerance
is an
inability to
digest a
substance,
an allergy
is an
abnormal
immune
system
reaction |
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Poodles are
a low
allergen dog
because they
don't shed. |
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Allergies
are the most
common
auto-immune
disorder. |
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Alcohol
plays a role
in 50% of
accidental
deaths. |
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Even
a small amount of
alcohol can harm a
baby still in the
womb. |
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Alcohol is a
poison. |
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More people
are injured
drunk
walking than
drunk
driving. |
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The immune
system views allergens as a
threat to the body. When
the allergen contacts a
mucous membrane inflammation
occurs, due to the release
of chemicals such as
histamine. It is
characterized by redness,
itching, swelling and the
increased secretion of thin,
clear mucous. Allergic
symptoms can range from
severe and life threatening
anaphylactic reactions to
hay fever, asthma attacks,
rashes, hives and eczema.
People with allergies suffer
more often from fungal and
parasitic infections.
Allergies can also be
exacerbated when the body is
exposed to emotional or
physical stress.
Conventional
treatment of environmental
allergies is targeted at
decreasing symptoms.
Antihistamines are the most
common treatment for
moderate allergies. They
inhibit the ability of mast
cells to release histamine.
Steroid nasal sprays also
decrease nasal allergy
symptoms. Long-term
effects of using these
sprays may include glaucoma
and decreased bone density.
Anaphylactic reactions cause
the swelling of the air
passages. They
are treated with injections
of nor epinephrine.
This hormone causes a
sympathetic nervous system
response resulting in an
opening of the airways. |
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There are
many ways of decreasing
allergic reactions. Take
only hypoallergenic
supplements. Keep rooms
free of dust and use an air
purification system. Avoid
feather and down bedding.
Keep windows closed during
times when the allergen is
present in the air. Pollens
are at highest
concentrations between 5 and
10 AM and lowest after it
rains. Use mold proof paint
and disinfectant in the
house. Exercise indoors.
Do not smoke and eliminate
exposure to second hand
smoke. Keep plants that
remove pollutants from air.
These types include bamboo
palm, Boston fern, dracaena,
English ivy, ficus ali,
peace lily, rubber plant and
spider plant. Wear
protective clothing when
handling allergenic
substances and wash after
using them. Use calendula
cream to heal skin
reactions. Avoid cantaloupe
if you have a ragweed
allergy. Cantaloupe
contains similar proteins to
ragweed. Decrease stress,
eat healthy and be well
rested. Perform regular
cleansing of the liver,
kidney and intestinal tract
to reduce the build up of
allergens in the system.
The following
list of supplements can be
used for allergic symptoms
and prevention. Adult doses
are given.
(CLICK SUPPLEMENT NAME FOR PRODUCTS).
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SUPPLEMENT |
DOSAGE |
THERAPEUTIC
EFFECT |
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Vitamin C with
bioflavinoids |
1000-6000mg daily in
divided doses |
Stabilizes the
inflammatory
response. Supports
mucous membranes. |
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Quercitin |
500mg
three times daily. |
Supports the immune
system. Stabilizes
mast cells. |
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Methylsulfonylmethane
(MSM) |
50-100mg 3 times
daily |
Have
antiallergenic
properties that have
equalled
the effectiveness of
antihistamines in
studies. |
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Grape seed extract |
As
directed |
A
good antioxidant.
Limits the allergic
response.
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Stinging nettle |
As
directed or 1/2cup
of juice twice
daily. |
Heals
mucous membranes.
It is an
antioxidant.
Reduces inflammation
in the sinuses.
Decreases histamine
release. |
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Evening Primrose Oil |
1000mg thee times
daily with meals |
Supports mucous
membranes. |
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Vitamin A |
10000
IU daily |
Supports the mucous
membranes. |
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Combination
homeopathic remedies |
As
directed |
Resets the body’s
reaction to the
allergen. |
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Also
beneficial
for
ENVIRONMENTAL
ALLERGIES: |
Multivitamins,
acidophilus,
calcium, magnesium,
bromelain, adrenal
glandular, thymus
glandular, lung
glandular, bee
pollen, coenzyme A,
potassium, vitamin
E, zinc, ephedra,
eucalyptus,
eyebright, licorice
root, yerba mate |
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