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Food allergies and sensitivities are caused by an inappropriate response of the immune system to common foods. 70-80% of the immune system is located in our intestines. How our system functions and responds to various substances is largely determined by our intestinal microbiome, which acts as a ‘coach’ for the immune system. In order to…
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Allergies affect different parts of our body and take many forms and manifestations. It is typically a recurrence in connection with an encounter with a particular allergen. When an allergy is suspected, it is very important to undergo an allergy examination and learn about the nature of your disease. Allergic rhinitis (and conjunctivitis)Allergic rhinitis is…
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Symptoms appear soon after eating (minutes to hours) and are a wide range of different manifestations. There may be headaches, hives, red and itchy skin and itchy eyes, runny nose, swelling, heart palpitations, migraines, hot flashes, asthma, diarrhea, cramps, muscles and joint pain, panic attacks, anxiety, IBS. The less common are: gum inflammation, contact dermatitis ,…
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Natural antihistamines might be a better option than synthetic ones because synthetic ones are not suitable for long-term use, they become less effective or stop working, they can make you drowsy especially when a higher dose is taken, and in rare cases they can cause liver damage over time. Natural antihistamines have anti-inflammatory properties and…
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Histamine plays a key role in your body’s inflammatory response.I have learnt that my allergies/intolerances (and those of other people) get much worse when eating inflammatory foods such as dairy, gluten and sugar/simple carbs. The moment I touch cheese, I get itchy skin, brain fog, fatigue and bloating, and my histamine levels are high. The…
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Histamine has been shown to play a role in the regulation of circadian rhythm and to act as a neurotransmitter. High levels of histamine in the body can lead to neurological disorders such as sleep disturbances and are more commonly associated with chronic or acute HIT. Trouble falling asleep, insomnia, frequent waking, superficial sleep, nightmares…
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Please note that I am not advising you to avoid or ignore doctors. I can’t speak for everyone, but my own experience of doctors in the UK was a complete waste of time. Prior to my thyroid diagnosis, I had many years of problems and changed locations and doctors, but not a single one of…
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Do you react to food? In this article, you will learn the difference between allergies, intolerances and sensitivities and how to deal with them. Food allergiesAllergies are excessive reactions of the immune system to commonly occurring substances in the environment, such as pollen, certain foods, medicines, dust mites and others. The immune system evaluates these…