Archive for August, 2010

• Herbal Health for managing Seasonal Allergies

  Date: 2010.08.29 | Category: Ragweed Allergy, Remedies for Allergies | Response: 0

  
  
  There are a number of nutrients and herbs that can help with the management of seasonal allergies such as ragweed allergy, sinusitis and hayfever. These not only help with the symptoms but also with restoring the balance of the immune system.

  They include:

  Perilla: a herb which assists by inhibiting inflammation and restoring long term immune system balance, in patients with allergies.

  Albizzia: a herb used in traditional Indian medicine, which greatly reduces the symptoms of acute hayfever and other seasonal allergies.

  Quercetin: a natural vitamin like compound which calms the immune system, and reduces respiratory congestion and mucus.

  Atractolodyes: a herb used in Chinese medicine to relieve nasal congestion and support healthy immune function.

  The Digestive System – The root of all disease.

  As the digestive system is the seat of health, an unhealthy system will contribute significantly to allergies. A large percentage of the total immune system of the body is present in the digestive system.This allows the body to know the difference between healthy foods and good bacteria, and harmful organisms including toxins.The body can then react appropriately.

  If the digestive system contains toxic foods and harmful bacteria, the immune system will respond, and the result is inflammation, which can then lead to allergy problems.
  
  

  A healthy diet is then essential for long term allergy management. Detoxification and probiotics ( beneficial bacteria) may be required to improve digestive health, and to restore “good” bacteria to the digestive system. These calm the immune system and reduce the allergic response.

  

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• Ragweed Allergy

  Date: 2010.08.24 | Category: Ragweed Allergy | Response: 0

  
  
  Ragweed grows in rural areas and in vacant lots and fields. There are many species of ragweed in North America. These plants all shed pollen, which is then spread by wind.

  

  Allergies are the result of overactive immune systems. In the healthy body the immune system locates “dangers” to the body such as viruses and then reacts to rid the body.
  
  

  The ragweed allergy symptoms include sore or inflammed eyes, runny noses, sneezing and respiratory problems.

  Skin prick tests  have proved successful in many cases. There are also a number of natural substances that can help with this.

  

• Do you suffer from Sinusitis, Hay Fever, Asthma or other Seasonal Allergies?

  Date: 2010.08.16 | Category: Dog Allergy Symptoms, Mold Allergy Symptoms, Ragweed Allergy, Remedies for Allergies | Response: 0

  Natural medicines can help with the management of these allergies!

  For many, the spring season is a misery, as the large number of flowering plants, triggers the symptoms of hay fever, sinusitis and pollen allergies.

  Pollen, in particular, is a key trigger for allergic responses such as hay fever. Other allergens include mold spores, dust, grasses and animal dander. These allergens irritate and inflame the nasal passages, resulting in the symptoms of watery eyes, sneezing, itchiness, runny nose and congestion.

  Sinusitis may be caused by infection of the sinuses or by allergic reaction, and is a painful condition involving the internal “hollow spaces” around the eyes and cheeks. The common symptoms are head aches and mucus congestion. Risk factors for sinusitis also include cigarette smoke, mouth and dental diseases, nasal polyps and frequent colds.

  In all these allergic conditions, the body’s immune system becomes unbalanced and over reactive causing excessive immune system activity. This excessive activity is what causes all of the signs and symptoms of the allergy reactions.

  Standard pharmaceutical treatments do little to address this immune system imbalance. Such treatments as decongestants, anti histamines and steroids, can and do provide relief from the symptoms, but do not address the causes.

  Supporting long term immune system health and restoring the body’s immune system balance is vital for really managing these seasonal allergies.

  There are many natural substances or remedies for allergies, that have demonstrated the ability to reduce the immune system reaction excess, and so restore a balance to the immune system.

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• Mold Allergy Symptoms

  Date: 2010.08.13 | Category: Mold Allergy Symptoms | Response: 0

  Mold is a fungus that thrives and grows in damp and poorly ventilated areas of the home such as bathrooms, attics and basements.The mold spores travel through the air and breed in moist or wet areas. Mold can however be found anywhere in the home.

  Millions of people have a mold allergy.  It’s found in trees, bathrooms,  or near any body of water.

  

  Most indoor moulds are harmless, however some such as Stachybotrys are linked to illness and even infant deaths.

  It is unusual for healthy people to get serious fungal infections from mold spores, but there is a range of mold allergy symptoms that occur.

  Symptoms usually include: watery eyes, stuffy nose, itchy eyes and hives. Treatment for mold allergies can include medication to avoidance. Many times people want to try an all natural relief from mold allergies.