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Allergies Treatment
Relief from Allergies
(19 Aug 2010)
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Allergies can be a great nuisance, and whether it is a dust allergy, skin allergy, eye allergy or any other allergy, it can be very distressing. An allergy is caused by an antigen in which case there is an abnormal reaction of the tissue as your body gets extremely sensitive to these allergic reactions. Allergies are not restricted to a particular part of the body but can happen anywhere.
Some of the main culprits for allergies are dust, pollens, cosmetic products, plants that are poisonous, animal hair and some vaccines and drugs. Allergies may also be as a result of eating some kind of food, a lot of stress, both physical as well as mental, poor lifestyle and eating habits and so on. The symptoms of allergy may differ from one person to the other and also on the kind of allergy. However, some common symptoms of allergies include, suffering from a headache, swelling that can be seen on the face and the eyes and eczema. Relief from allergies can be got by indulging in the right diet and thus, it is essential to add certain herbs to your diet.
Herbal Remedies for Allergies: Garlic is one such herb that enables to build a strong immune system which in turn helps to get quick relief from allergies. Also, vitamin B5 is very effective for those suffering from allergies. Vitamin E is another such nutrient and can be taken in the dosage of 400 mg everyday for about 4 to 6 weeks. This possesses a number of properties that are anti allergic and can thus aid in gaining relief from allergies. Precaution is always better than cure and it is essential you avoid places and situations that will trigger an allergy. For example, if you are allergic to cats, stop going to houses of your friends who have cats as pets. In case you have eyes that are itching a lot, you can simply wash your eyes with clean and cold water as that provides immediate relief. Women are known to suffer from a lot of allergies during pregnancy and one of them is allergy to any strong fragrance. Allergy relief during pregnancy can be provided by avoiding all such things that have a strong aroma and by ensuring your windows are shut so that all the dust and other particles are kept outside the house. If you are suffering from a cold or cough allergy, you can try taking a shower so that any dust or pollens that you have on your body can be washed away.
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answered by G R on 19 Aug 2010, 2:20:08
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