An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system plays a toxic substance normally like grass pollen, a detergent or a particular food as harmful invaders. The immune system responds to this threat, called an allergen by releasing chemicals called histamines.
Histamines produce a wide range of physical reactions, including respiratory and nasal congestion, increased mucus production, skin rashes, and bruises, and headaches. In the case of aactual threat to the body, in the form of, say, a flu virus, these reactions would form an important line of defense against the invader, helping to trap it and expel it, and encouraging you to rest and recover. But during the false alarm of an allergic response, the body overreacts to a harmless agent.
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Why some people develop allergies to certain substances and the others do not, is not totally clear. It does seem that certain allergic responses, such as hay fever, have a genetic basis. An excess accumulation of mucus in the body, which attracts and stores the irritant, also contributes to or causes allergic responses. In addition, stress and a generally depressed immune system may contribute to the severity of allergies.
CAUSES
Allergies happen when the immune system attacks a harmless substance. Common triggers for allergies include mold; dust; tree, grass, or flower pollen; animal dander; feathers; insect's venom, especially from bee stings; metal, particularly nickel; household chemicals; and some cosmetics.
An excess of mucus, caused by a poor diet
Stress, which depresses the immune system
A break-down of the cellular communication which causes cells to overreact
SYMPTOMS
Allergic responses can produce any one or a combination of several of the following symptoms:
Nasal congestion
Sneezing
Coughing
Red, itchy, or watery eyes
Wheezing
Sore throat
Hives, rashes, eczema, or other skin eruptions
Headache
Fatigue
Fluid retention
Swelling of the throat and the tongue
Slow systemic inflammatory response that can effect each individual differently
ROOT CAUSES
· Genetics
· Nutritional deficiencies
· Poor digestion and detoxification
· Limited diet (in cases of food sensitivities, the lack of variety in the diet)
· Toxicity
· Break-down in cellular communication
TREATMENT
Diet
Recommended Food
Base your diet on non-mucus-forming foods: whole grains (although wheat and gluten sensitivity is common), fresh vegetables and fruits, cold-pressed oils, and raw seeds and nuts. (Many people with environmental allergies also have reactions to nuts, so monitor your reactions carefully.)
To keep your immune system healthy, make sure to get enough lean protein. Seafood and tofu are good sources that don't encourage mucus production.
Optimally you need to drink half an ounce of water for each pound of body weight to thin mucus secretions.
Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil can reduce inflammation. Take 2 tablespoons everyday.
Food to Avoid
Eliminating foods that cause mucus should be a priority for any allergy sufferer. Mucus-forming foods include all dairy products, fried and processed foods, refined flours, chocolate, and eggs.
Detoxification
It can be very effective in individuals that have high toxic load of heavy metals or environmental exposure.
Can be done through oral agents or through active ionic detoxification or both.
The following is a suggested list of different high quality nutritional supplements that can be helpful. Keep in mind this is a general list and you should seek a qualified practitioner's advice before using any nutritional and dietary supplements. I would like to put emphasis on the importance of high quality, potency and professional brand nutritional and dietary supplements. Low quality supplements may contain additives or coloring that could actually har
Vitamin C - it has a natural antihistamine effect.
Stinging nettles - it is effective for hay fever.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) - it reduces allergic and inflammatory responses.
Quercitin - it has a natural antihistamine effect.
Eyebright - apply as a solution to irritated eyes.
Essential fatty acids - reduces inflammatory responses associated with allergies.
Thymus extract - calms the immune response
Probiotics - reduces the potential for allergies
Protease enzymes - decreases allergic and inflammatory responses
Digestive enzymes - assists in the digestion of food and reduce the likelihood of food sensitivities
Betaine hydrochloride - assists in the digestion of food and reduces the likelihood of food sensitivities.
Other Recommendations
Exercise to expel toxins, support the immune system, and reduce stress. Don't smoke or expose yourself to secondhand smoke. Avoid or reduce exposure to allergy triggers. Xylitol nasal spray reduces allergy symptoms. Drink plenty of water
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