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Do you have allergies? Or, is it histamine intolerance…

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Histamine is a naturally occurring chemical that has many effects in the human body, including an important role in allergies. In a person with an allergy, the immune system responds to their allergen by releasing histamine, which causes various symptoms depending on the location. For example, in someone that has hayfever, exposure to pollen causes the release of histamine, which produces symptoms of an itchy, runny nose, with congestion and sneezing. However, sometimes histamine can produce allergy-like symptoms in the body that are not due to an immune response. These symptoms are the result of histamine intolerance.

The symptoms of histamine intolerance

Histamine has many functions and is found in nearly all the body’s tissues. Therefore, the symptoms of histamine intolerance are many and varied. These symptoms can be mild to severe, but they don’t all occur in the same person. [Read more…] about Do you have allergies? Or, is it histamine intolerance…

5 natural remedies for perennial allergic rhinitis

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Rhinitis is irritation or inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes. A condition often triggered by allergies. It is a worldwide problem that may affect up to 20% of the population. 

Some people have allergic rhinitis only in certain seasons of the year. Usually spring or summer. They are usually reacting to plant pollens. This allergy is called hayfever or seasonal allergic rhinitis. When the allergy occurs all year round it is called perennial allergic rhinitis.

Most people with perennial symptoms are reacting to house dust or dust mites and their droppings. Feathers, animal fur or dander, and the saliva of animals can also be allergenic. Pollution and other environmental chemicals can also irritate the mucous membranes. [Read more…] about 5 natural remedies for perennial allergic rhinitis

Could turmeric reduce allergic rhinitis symptoms?

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Hayfever (also known as allergic rhinitis) is a condition of the upper respiratory tract. This allergy is common with up to 30% of adults affected and up to 40% of children.

In allergic rhinitis, your immune system over reacts in response to certain foreign substances. These are called allergens. The allergens trigger a response that causes symptoms similar to the common cold. Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Severe symptoms can result in disturbed sleep and impaired ability to work. [Read more…] about Could turmeric reduce allergic rhinitis symptoms?