Allergies and Hidden Allergies

When we hear the word allergies most people think of sneezing, itchy eyes, and a stuffy nose as a reaction to something common like dust or pollen. Allergies are so much more than that, and what we don't know could be the cause of more problems than we think. Some of these problems may include heart disease, weight gain, digestive problems, acne, poor memory, learning disabilities, Arthritis, and fatigue, just to name a few. Because allergies are so common, many people have learned to live with their symptoms and minimize the effects. Ignoring the body's reactions and symptoms can be very dangerous. Food allergies are a type of allergy that is often hidden because we are not aware we are allergic to certain foods. The body can take hours or even days to create a reaction to an allergy. A common misconception is that food allergies only cause severe symptoms like swelling of the tongue and face or inability to breathe. While food allergies do cause these symptoms occasionally, they can also cause more subtle effects such as chronic inflammation which ultimately causes weight gain, Arthritis, heart disease, Diabetes, indigestion, excess gas, etc.

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Dealing With Allergies and Asthma

Spring is in the air which means allergy season is also in full swing. The time of year when sneezing and itchy watery eyes becomes something of a daily routine for many people. There are several different types of allergies. Indoor allergies can come from dust, molds, pet dander, etc. Outdoor allergies such as pollens, rag weeds, grasses, etc can also cause problems. Along with these common indoor and outdoor allergens many people suffer from food allergies. Some of the most common food allergies are wheat, milk, eggs, corn, and soy. One of the biggest problems with food allergies is that we may not even realize we are allergic to any foods. While some people suffer immediate reactions to the foods they are allergic to such as hives, swelling of the face, or closing of the throat, the most common side effects of a food allergy are hidden. These symptoms can take hours or even days to surface. We may suffer from other symptoms such as headaches, digestion problems, stuffy nose, joint pain, etc that take hours or even days to surface. Despite the nagging symptoms allergy sufferers learn to deal with such as sneezing, watery eyes, stuffy nose, allergies can cause many more serious problems. If not taken care of, allergies can cause weight gain, heart disease, poor memory, fatigue, learning disabilities, and arthritis just to name a few. Asthma is also another serious problem that affects about 20 million Americans. Asthma is a condition where the lungs become blocked or narrowed which causes breathing difficulties. While asthma can be triggered by allergens such as dust, pollens or pet dander it can also be caused by non allergic triggers such as anxiety, stress, exercise, smoking, or viruses. Whatever the cause may be for your allergy or asthma symptoms, it is imperative to correct these issues. By using our stress and balance assessment we can help you address these issues. We can also do a complete food allergy scan that will give you a detailed list of the foods to avoid. Schedule an appointment today and let us help you loose those nagging allergy and asthma symptoms you have learned to deal with.

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