Introduction to allergies and allergy herbal medicine
"Allergies are more widespread than most physicians, including allergists,
realize, and they can cause far more serious health problems, both physical
and mental, than is commonly believed. Allergy sufferers don't need to despair,
however. Proper diet and nutrition, combined with other alternative approaches
(such as allergy herbal medicine), can relieve and reverse allergies, even after
conventional approaches have failed."
"An allergy is an adverse immune system reaction to a substance that most people find harmless. Allergies can manifest in a variety of ways. Common examples of an allergic response include headaches, fatigue, sneezing, watery eyes, and stuffy sinuses following exposure to dust, pollens, dust mites, animal dander, chemicals, and a variety of other materials." To combat these symptoms people turn to prescriptions or over the counter medications or allergy herbal medicine.
Most over the counter allergy remedies may address these symptoms but may also have side effects such as drowsiness or brain fog. Allergy herbal medicine is often a good alternative choice for many people because these herbals often bring relief but don't have the harsh side effects.
"'The allergic reactions themselves can range from mild to severe depending
on the person,' explains Richard Wilkinson, M.D., who practices environmental
medicine in Yakima, Washington. 'Many of the conditions are so common that they
are almost considered normal by the people who suffer from them.'" Because of
the prevalence of allergies and the failure of conventional medicine to address
the problem, more and more people are turning to allergy herbal medicine to
find relief from their suffering.
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A growing market for allergy herbal medicine
Though conventional estimates suggest that 35 million Americans are afflicted with allergies, James Braly, M.D., Medical Director of Immuno Labs in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, places the figure much higher. 'Actually the majority of Americans suffer from allergies,' he says. 'This is particularly true of food allergy, which is, along with undernutrition, the most commonly undiagnosed condition in the United States today." (www.alternativemedicine.com)
The most common allergens addressed by allergy herbal medicine
"The most common allergens include pollens, molds, insect stings, household dust mites, animal dander, foods, medications, and insect droppings. Some people are affected by only one allergen, while others can be allergic to many different substances at the same time. The only way to determine exactly what you may be having an allergic reaction to is to be tested." (allergies.about.com/cs/basics/f/blquestion2.htm)
Treating pollen allergy with allergy herbal medicine
"Pollen allergy is an allergic reaction of the human body for breathing in or touching botanical pollens. It happens around the world but until now there is no medicine that can effectively cure it. Patients with the allergy suffer severely, with coughing, sniveling, sneezing, lachrymation, angina and breathing difficulty occurring along the chronic course." When sufferers find little relief from allergy medication, they turn to nature and allergy herbal medicine to build up the body's resistance to the allergen.
"In nature, bees collect honey amid clusters of flowers. Zoologists have long before found a gene of theirs that resists pollen allergy. Under the guidance of bionics, experts carried out an in-depth research into allergic resistant genes of bees."
"A remedy that combines a special substance of royal jelly with many precious Chinese herbs not only can relieve the allergy to pollen, but also at the same time, give forth pleasant scent from one's body when taking this formula. The body's immunity is also improved" Often allergy herbal medicine is not only gentle on the system, but helps correct the underlying physical imbalances that might lead to the allergies.
"Researchers have found that this allergy herbal medicine has no side effects. Unlike the sedative drugs presently used in clinics, its effect is enduring. It is also able to relieve bronchitis and bronchial asthma caused by allergies." (www.cljhealth.com/allergy_us.htm)
Avoid the need for conventional or allergy herbal medicine by following these preventative measures.
(The follow excerpt was taken from www.keepkidshealthy.com/welcome/treatmentguides/allergy.html) "These steps help to control common allergens, including dust mites, mold, animal dander and pollens.
- Get rid of dust collectors, including heavy drapes, upholstered furniture, & stuffed animals.
- Use an airtight, allergy-proof plastic cover on all mattresses, pillows and boxsprings.
- Wash all bedding and stuffed animals in hot water every 7-14 days.
- If you must keep pets in the house, at least keep them out of your child's bedroom and wash your pet each week to remove surface allergens.
- Avoid exposing your child to molds by keeping him away from damp basements or water-damaged areas of your home (check under carpets).
- Remove carpeting if possible. Vacuum frequently (when your child is not in the room, since many of the things that cause allergies are small enough to go back out of the vacuum cleaner bag). Cover air vents with filters.
- Avoid the use of ceiling fans.
- For seasonal allergies, keep windows closed in the car and home to avoid exposure to pollens and limit outdoor activities when pollen counts are highest (early morning for spring time tree pollens, afternoon and early evening for summer grasses, and in the middle of the day for ragweed in the fall).
- Consider using a HEPA filter to control airborne allergens (these only work if what you are allergic to is airborne, which doesn't include dust mites and mold).
- Keep indoor humidity low, since dust mites and mold increase in high humidity.
- Provide a smoke-free environment for your child (it is not enough to simply smoke outside).
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