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Spring Brings Sunshine, Flowers, and Allergies
By: Brigitte Synesael
In case you've been too busy to notice, the sun is getting brighter, the days are getting longer and Spring is definitely upon us. Although this fresh, new season is filled with beauty and splendor, it is a constant struggle for those who suffer from environmental allergies.
All types of allergies are a reflection of an impaired immune system. There are several issues that can cause this, which is a discussion deserving of an entire article in itself. However, to properly heal an allergy, you need to treat the cause as well as the symptom. Logically, it is necessary to identify the culprit and (if possible) remove it from your diet or environment.
Meanwhile it's imperative that you build up your immune system, and purge your body of toxins. In most cases, a combination of therapies proves to be the most successful in treating allergies. Among the therapies that have proven to be most effective are Diet & Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture, Ayurvedic Medicine, and Homeopathy.
Often a person suffering from allergies is also the victim of digestive disorders. These must be corrected before any significant improvement can occur in the treatment of allergies.
Remember to always consult your health care practitioner before changing your diet or health care regime. Some herbs may cause havoc with other medications you're taking or health issues you may have.
Echinacea is a tremendous immune enhancing supplement. Garlic has well documented health effects including enhancing the immune system through stimulation of natural killer cell activity. Bee Pollen is helpful for people with allergies because, aside from containing all the nutrients the human body needs, it also strengthens the immune system. Some people, an estimated 0.05% of the population, may be allergic to bee pollen, so caution should be taken. It is best to try taking a small amount in the beginning (1 or 2 granules) and gradually build yourself up to about 1 tsp every day. Astragalus Root, Golden Seal Root, and Brazilian Ginseng are herbs geared to strengthening the immune system.
Nettle is a well known remedy for hay fever and other allergies. It helps relieve inflammation caused by allergic reactions and clears congestion in the nose and chest. Ephedra has been used for more that 4,000 years to treat asthma and upper respiratory infections. This is a decongestant which can relieve stuffy nose, watery eyes, and other cold and allergy symptoms. It may also relieve headaches. CAUTION: Do not use this herb if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or thyroid disease unless under the supervision of your doctor. Do not exceed recommended dose. If you are pregnant or nursing, check with your doctor before using any ephedra preparations.
Acupuncture is highly successful in restoring the immune system. Because of this, Acupuncture and Acupressure both have much to contribute to a person afflicted with allergies. Often tremendous success can be seen with only a few treatments.
Ayurvedic Medicine directs its' focus on the digestive system and works towards repairing this aspect. The digestive system is responsible for eliminating toxins from our bodies. If this is impaired and your body becomes overwhelmed with toxins, it will react with health issues like allergies and asthma. Ayurvedic Medicine encourages a rotation diet in these instances. A combination of diet and herbs are the treatment of choice with this modality.
Homeopathy works on the principal that exposing the body to small, diluted doses of the substance that a person is allergic to will encourage the body to heal itself. This modality involves a variety of factors and takes into consideration the entire patient and every aspect of their health. Homeopathy also shares a high degree of success in dealing with allergies.
Regardless of which avenue you decide to pursue, make sure you see a practitioner qualified in that field. Your health is too important to leave in the hands of anyone else.
Bio:
Brigitte Synesael founded Your Life-Your Choice in 1997, and is now recognized as an authority on Alternative Medicine Information. Her associations with governing agencies and certified practitioners ensure well researched, quality information. Her free newsletter, found
at http://www.Life-Choices.com is an excellent resource for various types of treatments.
Her latest release "You've Got Nothing To Lose But POUNDS!" was inspired by her outrage at society taking advantage of a frustrated, overweight population. It is always assumed that overweight people eat too much, and in many cases, that is simply NOT TRUE. This well researched book gives you more than 10 factors in your life that could be responsible for your weight problem besides overeating. This book is available
at http://www.diets-dont-work.com
Brigitte Synesael may be contacted at
yourlife@life-choices.com
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