Natural Home Remedies for Allergies

The word "allergy" means an altered or abnormal tissue
reaction after exposure to an antigen (also called an
"allergen"). The allergic reaction occurs if the body tissues
are sensitive to the allergen. The allergen may reach the
tissues by direct contact with the skin or various mucous
membranes of the organs or through the bloodstream after
absorption. Almost any part of the body can be affected by
allergies.

Allergic reactions are caused by a wide range of substances
and conditions. These include pollens, dust, cosmetics, and
animal hair; poisonous plants, serums, vaccines, and drugs;
physical agents such as heat, cold and sunlight, as well as a
variety of foods. The foods that commonly cause allergic
reactions are oranges, milk,eggs, wheat, fish and other sea
foods, chocolates, tomatoes, and strawberries.

Allergic symptoms are manifested in various forms in different
organs. These include recurring headaches, migraines,
dizziness, irritability, nervousness, depression, neuralgia,
conjunctivitis, eczema, hay fever, a stuffy or runny nose,
diarrhea, vomiting, asthma, shortness of breath, and swelling
of the face and eyes. The same substance can cause
different symptoms in different people at different times.

Allergy is an indication of disharmony caused by dietetic
errors and a faulty style of living. It is also caused by
excessive consumption of refined and processed foods,
loaded with numerous chemical additives, many of which
cause powerful reactions. Emotional and psychological stress
can also lead to allergies.
Nutrients for Allergies
Treatment
Certain nutrients have been
found beneficial in the
prevention and treatment of
allergies. Often the intake of
vitamin B5 or pantothenic
acid brings great relief to
the sufferer. This vitamin
may be taken in a dose of
100 mg daily for a month. In
such cases, liberal amounts
of pantothenic acid helps
even though the recovery
takes several weeks. A dose
of 400 mg of vitamin E taken
daily for four to six weeks is
also beneficial as this vitamin
possesses effective
anti-allergic properties.
Lime for Allergies
Treatment
lime is considered an
effective remedy for any
kind of allergy. Half a lime
may be squeezed in a glass
of lukewarm water and
sweetened with a teaspoon
of honey. It can be taken
once daily first thing in the
morning for several months.
This remedy not only flushes
the system of toxins but
also acts as an anti toxic
and anti allergic agent.
However, those who are
allergic to citrus fruits
should not take recourse to
this remedy.
Vegetable Juices for Allergies Treatment
A quantity of 500 ml carrot juice or a combination of carrot
juice with beet and cucumber juices, has been found
beneficial in the treatment of allergies. In the case of mixed
juices, 100 ml each of beet and cue umber juices should be
mixed with 300 mi of carrot juice to prepare 500 ml or half a
litre of mixed juice. This should be taken once daily.
Bananas for Allergies Treatment
One or two bananas a day are useful for those who are
allergic to certain foods and who consequently suffer from
skin rashes, digestive disorders, or asthma. The fruit does,
however, cause allergic reactions in certain sensitive persons
and they should avoid it