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Many of the allergies that people suffer
originate from allergic reactions to food,
chemicals, medication, pollen, insect bites,
etc. Allergies usually happen when the body’s
immune system over reacts to a very small
amounts of protein which is usually a harmless
substance.
Research has shown that heredity is a
contributory factor and has found when both
parents have allergies; their children most
likely will also have the same allergic
reactions.
Scientist has found that allergies develop in
stages. When an allergen comes in contact with
the immune system, is mistakenly thinks that
the allergen is harmful and then sends
specialized cells (immunoglobulin’s) which in
laymen terms are antibodies that will fight
and try to destroy the allergens. The body
usually doesn’t react to the allergens at
first exposure; however, the body will
normally show symptoms of an allergic reaction
on the second contact. When the antigens
provoke the cells again the immune system will
send out large amounts of histamines and other
chemical that are responsible for the allergic
reactions. At this time the body will send out
symptoms which can range from as mild as a
runny nose and sneezing, to as severe as
swelling which can block air from getting to
the lings, and can even result in death.
Food Allergies
Symptoms of food allergies include
constipation, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches,
itching, or hives. Case studies have found
that stress and quantity of the allergic food
a person consumes can determine how severe the
symptoms are. Allergic reactions may take 2 to
48 hours before the symptoms appear.
Most food allergies children suffer from may
diminish has they grow older and can totally
disappear when they become adults.
Several food allergies are often caused by
additives. For example a person who has
consumed milk all their life and then begins
breaking out in hives may be traced to
penicillin injections given cows.
Moderation in the use of additives is advised.
(i.e. A person with high blood pressure should
not use salt.) People who are allergic to
sugar should look for ingredients in food such
as lactose and other food ending in the
letters “ose”.
Eat fresh foods when possible.
Some food allergens can be identified by
symptoms you may be suffering, while others
may require a RAST (radioallergosorbent test).
this blood test determines which foods are
causing allergic reactions.
To better cope with your allergies. Ieliminate
them from or diet. Some processed foods have
hidden ingredients that you could be allergic
to, for example: milk, eggs, wheat and corn.
Read the labels of all processed foods to see
which ingredients are included.
Take a good vitamin supplement to strengthen
your immune system.
Calcium and magnesium, manganese, potassium
and zinc: Help to reduce immune stress created
by allergens
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