Getting a treatment for latex allergy attacks is done by immediately removing the cause of the allergic reaction. There are medicines that can be used to give relief from the itchiness and swelling of the skin, depending on the degree of the symptoms. For anaphylaxis, the only treatment is a dose of epinephrine.
Latex allergy not only extends itself to rubber products but it is also present in food. There are proteins in rubber that are also found in foods, which is why a person with latex allergy can be misdiagnosed as having food allergy. The foods with similar rubber proteins are banana, avocado, kiwi fruit, chestnut and tomato.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
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Friday, June 12, 2009
Tips for Wheat Allergies
Wheat is the staple of majority of American diets. But people have been randomly taking out these foods from their diet to the detriment of their own health due to the recent furor about wheat allergies and its potentially deadly consequences.
Wheat allergies are extremely rare. In fact, it is one of the rarest of all food allergies. Many believe that the allergic reactions are triggered by a protein, called gluten, found in wheat. When a person allergic to gluten encounters this protein, his or her immune system overreacts by producing large amounts of antibodies, causing symptoms like stomach upset, eczema, hay fever, asthma, and even fatal anaphylaxis.
There are several ways you can control the symptoms of wheat allergies, but the best choice seems to be strict avoidance of wheat and wheat products. People who are allergic to wheat should avoid wheat all together and be vigilant in the kind of foods they eat.
Here are 3 important tips to help you control wheat allergies:
1. Check the Label
When buying food at grocery stores or food shops, be sure to check the label containing the list of ingredients used in making the product. Many processed foods, including ice cream and ketchup, may contain wheat flour. And even if you've been using that product for some time now, don't forego checking the label. Many manufacturers change their recipes occasionally, and a food that triggers your wheat allergies may be added to the new recipe.
2. Avoid Wheat-Containing Foods
This is actually easier said than done. Humans have been eating wheat for over 1,000 years and to suddenly stop now just to avoid getting wheat allergies may lead to drastic changes in your diet which may do you more harm than good. It is difficult to avoid wheat-containing foods, and modern food processing methods use various forms of wheat in hundreds, if not thousands of foods.
A wheat-free diet is very restricted. And if you're highly allergic to wheat, you will have to restrict yourself with unprocessed fruit, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk and dairy products, nuts, fats and oils.
Below are examples of products and foods that may contain wheat and ones you should avoid:
" Breads, cookies, cakes, and other baked goods (gluten, gelatinized starch, whole wheat or enriched flour)
" Bread crumbs (hydrolyzed vegetable protein, high gluten flour, and high protein flour)
" Crackers (brain, vital gluten)
" Cereals (wheat bran, farina)
" Acker meal (wheat germ, graham flour)
" Couscous (wheat gluten, bulgur)
" Cracker meal (vegetable gum, durum)
" Pasta (vegetable starch)
" Spelt
" Semolina
" Wheat malt
" Wheat starch
" Modified starch
" Starch
3. Get Vitamin Supplements
The main problem that wheat allergic people are facing now is vitamin deficiency caused by the absence of wheat in their diet. Cereals and breads are important sources of dietary fiber, vitamins, especially the B vitamins and minerals. To make sure that you do not develop deficiencies if you have cut all wheat-containing foods out of your diet, it is advised that you consult a clinical dietician for supplements you may take.
Wheat allergies are extremely rare. In fact, it is one of the rarest of all food allergies. Many believe that the allergic reactions are triggered by a protein, called gluten, found in wheat. When a person allergic to gluten encounters this protein, his or her immune system overreacts by producing large amounts of antibodies, causing symptoms like stomach upset, eczema, hay fever, asthma, and even fatal anaphylaxis.
There are several ways you can control the symptoms of wheat allergies, but the best choice seems to be strict avoidance of wheat and wheat products. People who are allergic to wheat should avoid wheat all together and be vigilant in the kind of foods they eat.
Here are 3 important tips to help you control wheat allergies:
1. Check the Label
When buying food at grocery stores or food shops, be sure to check the label containing the list of ingredients used in making the product. Many processed foods, including ice cream and ketchup, may contain wheat flour. And even if you've been using that product for some time now, don't forego checking the label. Many manufacturers change their recipes occasionally, and a food that triggers your wheat allergies may be added to the new recipe.
2. Avoid Wheat-Containing Foods
This is actually easier said than done. Humans have been eating wheat for over 1,000 years and to suddenly stop now just to avoid getting wheat allergies may lead to drastic changes in your diet which may do you more harm than good. It is difficult to avoid wheat-containing foods, and modern food processing methods use various forms of wheat in hundreds, if not thousands of foods.
A wheat-free diet is very restricted. And if you're highly allergic to wheat, you will have to restrict yourself with unprocessed fruit, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk and dairy products, nuts, fats and oils.
Below are examples of products and foods that may contain wheat and ones you should avoid:
" Breads, cookies, cakes, and other baked goods (gluten, gelatinized starch, whole wheat or enriched flour)
" Bread crumbs (hydrolyzed vegetable protein, high gluten flour, and high protein flour)
" Crackers (brain, vital gluten)
" Cereals (wheat bran, farina)
" Acker meal (wheat germ, graham flour)
" Couscous (wheat gluten, bulgur)
" Cracker meal (vegetable gum, durum)
" Pasta (vegetable starch)
" Spelt
" Semolina
" Wheat malt
" Wheat starch
" Modified starch
" Starch
3. Get Vitamin Supplements
The main problem that wheat allergic people are facing now is vitamin deficiency caused by the absence of wheat in their diet. Cereals and breads are important sources of dietary fiber, vitamins, especially the B vitamins and minerals. To make sure that you do not develop deficiencies if you have cut all wheat-containing foods out of your diet, it is advised that you consult a clinical dietician for supplements you may take.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Hate this Season!!!! Allergy Strikes Again
More than 20% of Americans suffer from the oh-so-lovely symptoms of allergies. You know what they are: itchy, watery eyes, sore throats, sneezing, just to name a few. Those who are affected deeply also experience headaches and low-grade fevers. (This is their body's way of trying to fight the attack.)
The Truth:
Allergies are genetic. This means if your parents had allergies, you have a higher chance of getting them too.
The Bad and the Good News
Over the counter drugs have side affects, as do prescription medicines. Before you get to the point of: “I don’t care I just want to get my nose to stop running!” check out these natural methods to lessen the symptoms of allergies.
Close those Windows!
The weather is nice and open windows let you enjoy the cool breeze. Unfortunately, the nice breeze brings pollens and molds, which are often allergy culprits. During peak pollen season, drive with your car windows closed.
Spring Clean
Since allergy season tends to be during spring and fall, take the time to thoroughly clean your home at least twice a year.Be sure to dust off those bookshelves and clean your air conditioning and heating vents. When not in use, they are well-loved resting places for dust and mold.
Bring Home Spiders
Spider Plants, that is. These plants are incredible - they are able to absorb many of the toxins in your home. They are also very easy to take care of. And for those of us who may forget to water a plant here and there, take heart: spider plants are very forgiving and low maintenance.
Wash that Pollen Out of Your Hair
Mitzi Gaynor may have needed to wash a man out of her hair - to no avail. Luckily, washing pollen out is much easier. Consider taking showers at night to get rid of your daily pollen collection. Pets (and children!) can be pollen carriers too, so be sure to suds them up!
Keep Your Immune System Up
Restful sleep and eating whole foods will be the boost your body needs to stay strong. Supplements and daily vitamins are necessary to keep your immune system running top-notch. If your body’s running at its best, it will be able to combat those pollens, molds, and spores much easier.
The Truth:
Allergies are genetic. This means if your parents had allergies, you have a higher chance of getting them too.
The Bad and the Good News
Over the counter drugs have side affects, as do prescription medicines. Before you get to the point of: “I don’t care I just want to get my nose to stop running!” check out these natural methods to lessen the symptoms of allergies.
Close those Windows!
The weather is nice and open windows let you enjoy the cool breeze. Unfortunately, the nice breeze brings pollens and molds, which are often allergy culprits. During peak pollen season, drive with your car windows closed.
Spring Clean
Since allergy season tends to be during spring and fall, take the time to thoroughly clean your home at least twice a year.Be sure to dust off those bookshelves and clean your air conditioning and heating vents. When not in use, they are well-loved resting places for dust and mold.
Bring Home Spiders
Spider Plants, that is. These plants are incredible - they are able to absorb many of the toxins in your home. They are also very easy to take care of. And for those of us who may forget to water a plant here and there, take heart: spider plants are very forgiving and low maintenance.
Wash that Pollen Out of Your Hair
Mitzi Gaynor may have needed to wash a man out of her hair - to no avail. Luckily, washing pollen out is much easier. Consider taking showers at night to get rid of your daily pollen collection. Pets (and children!) can be pollen carriers too, so be sure to suds them up!
Keep Your Immune System Up
Restful sleep and eating whole foods will be the boost your body needs to stay strong. Supplements and daily vitamins are necessary to keep your immune system running top-notch. If your body’s running at its best, it will be able to combat those pollens, molds, and spores much easier.
New Treatments of Allergies!!!!
Does your head feel like it’s stuffed with old socks? Do you feel like you can’t stop itching your eyes and is your nose running like a leaky tap? Don’t worry you’re not alone. You are probably one of the 20 million Americans who suffer from hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis. So what could have set off this allergic reaction? More importantly, how can allergies be prevented or controlled?
The bad news is that for many people allergy season lasts all year round. But wait! The good news is that a combination of preventive medicines, avoidance of allergens and allergy shots or vaccines can minimize the discomfort from the symptoms of allergies.
Minimize Exposure
The first step is to minimize exposure to the allergens that trigger off your allergies. These maybe pollen, mold, animal dander. Complete avoidance, although the best treatment, is an extreme solution and can be quite difficult to achieve as it may offer only temporary relief. A person may be sensitive to one allergen but over time may become sensitive to more such irritants. So the next best thing to do would be to avoid places where you know that allergen is present. For e.g. if you’re allergic to dogs, stay away from homes with dogs. Reduce exposure to mold allergens by making sure your garden is mowed and raked, your bathrooms and basements are as dry as possible (you could use a dehumidifier), and control the moisture levels in the house through central air-conditioning. Of course keeping your house clean will prevent dust mites, pollen, animal dander and insects from bothering your allergy prone system. You could try using an air-purifier to cleanse the air of these contagions. Make your home a no smoking zone. Avoid using hairsprays and rooms fresheners as even strong fragrances can set off an attack.
Using Medication
Your doctor may advise you to take an antihistamine. An antihistamine, like the name suggests is able to counter the effect of histamine, the chemical that is released by the body and causes the allergy symptoms. These drugs have had proven success in alleviating the common symptoms of an allergic reaction. You may be given an over the counter or a prescription decongestant like a nasal spray or drops. These will ease congestion, swelling, excessive secretions of the nose and sinus. Alternatively your doctor may recommend prescription anti-inflammatory steroid drugs if you have severe symptoms.
Allergy shots are also available to help your body cope better with allergens. Small mounts of allergens are injected into the body to sensitize it to the allergens and help the body to learn how to deal with them. more effectively. This mode of treatment it is also termed as immunotherapy or allergy desensitization. However, this treatment can take over a year before it shows results.
The bad news is that for many people allergy season lasts all year round. But wait! The good news is that a combination of preventive medicines, avoidance of allergens and allergy shots or vaccines can minimize the discomfort from the symptoms of allergies.
Minimize Exposure
The first step is to minimize exposure to the allergens that trigger off your allergies. These maybe pollen, mold, animal dander. Complete avoidance, although the best treatment, is an extreme solution and can be quite difficult to achieve as it may offer only temporary relief. A person may be sensitive to one allergen but over time may become sensitive to more such irritants. So the next best thing to do would be to avoid places where you know that allergen is present. For e.g. if you’re allergic to dogs, stay away from homes with dogs. Reduce exposure to mold allergens by making sure your garden is mowed and raked, your bathrooms and basements are as dry as possible (you could use a dehumidifier), and control the moisture levels in the house through central air-conditioning. Of course keeping your house clean will prevent dust mites, pollen, animal dander and insects from bothering your allergy prone system. You could try using an air-purifier to cleanse the air of these contagions. Make your home a no smoking zone. Avoid using hairsprays and rooms fresheners as even strong fragrances can set off an attack.
Using Medication
Your doctor may advise you to take an antihistamine. An antihistamine, like the name suggests is able to counter the effect of histamine, the chemical that is released by the body and causes the allergy symptoms. These drugs have had proven success in alleviating the common symptoms of an allergic reaction. You may be given an over the counter or a prescription decongestant like a nasal spray or drops. These will ease congestion, swelling, excessive secretions of the nose and sinus. Alternatively your doctor may recommend prescription anti-inflammatory steroid drugs if you have severe symptoms.
Allergy shots are also available to help your body cope better with allergens. Small mounts of allergens are injected into the body to sensitize it to the allergens and help the body to learn how to deal with them. more effectively. This mode of treatment it is also termed as immunotherapy or allergy desensitization. However, this treatment can take over a year before it shows results.
Allergy to plant pollen!
Seasonal allergy causing pollen inhalation of trees, grasses, cereals and weeds. It is the lightest form of allergic disease, althought it is really worth to cure it, to improve the comfort of life.
Among the most common plants alergologists first mentions of grass. They are the most malignant antigen, which is usually the strongest cause of pollen allergy symptoms. Among other seasonal allergens are wormwood, shortcake, peanuts, nettle, linden, poplar, alder and willow.
For allergy it is essential to the occurrence and seasonality of a close relationship with the various periods of pollination of plants. They usually last for 2-6 weeks, then disappear without a trace, to appear for the year at the same time.
In the course of pollen allergy, usually Qatar is a strong watery, sneezing attacks, a feeling of blockage of the nose, conjunctivitis, and sometimes pain in the head and sinuses. They may also appear non-asthma symptoms as cough or breathlessness attacks.
Who is ill?
Until recently, many believe that allergy to pollen only from the sick children 7 years old, and those who disclose childhood food allergy symptoms, and symptoms during the period of youth disappear gradually, to disappear completely into adulthood. Recent studies show that symptoms may begin very early, in the age of 3 and least even till the end of life.
Among the most common plants alergologists first mentions of grass. They are the most malignant antigen, which is usually the strongest cause of pollen allergy symptoms. Among other seasonal allergens are wormwood, shortcake, peanuts, nettle, linden, poplar, alder and willow.
For allergy it is essential to the occurrence and seasonality of a close relationship with the various periods of pollination of plants. They usually last for 2-6 weeks, then disappear without a trace, to appear for the year at the same time.
In the course of pollen allergy, usually Qatar is a strong watery, sneezing attacks, a feeling of blockage of the nose, conjunctivitis, and sometimes pain in the head and sinuses. They may also appear non-asthma symptoms as cough or breathlessness attacks.
Who is ill?
Until recently, many believe that allergy to pollen only from the sick children 7 years old, and those who disclose childhood food allergy symptoms, and symptoms during the period of youth disappear gradually, to disappear completely into adulthood. Recent studies show that symptoms may begin very early, in the age of 3 and least even till the end of life.
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