Tess May 1st, 2007
Histamine is a chemical, which is involved in our local immune response as well as regulating physiological function in the gut, acting as a neurotransmitter. During the time of seasonal allergies, the body’s immune system sees pollen as an invader. In an allergic reaction, our body produces histamine, as a defense mechanism. This inflammatory chemical attaches the cells in our body and causes irritation. It is the deficiency of this enzyme that triggers an allergic reaction as histamines gathers in the synapses.
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Tess April 27th, 2007
What causes airborne allergies, hayfever and allergic rhinitis?
With every breath we take, we breathe in millions of microscopic particles such as dust, pollen, plant spores, viruses, bacteria and even pollutants in the form of chemicals in the air.
Many of these particles are filtered and removed by the nose and respiratory system, while others enter the body. If the immune system is strong and healthy, it can ward off infection against pollutants, viruses and other harmful airborne substances that may enter the body.
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Tess March 19th, 2007
Antihistamine drugs work by blocking the release of histamine in response to an allergen. This prevents the allergic reaction in the short term and helps to clear allergic reactions like sneezing, red, itchy and watery eyes and nose.
However, they also often have unwanted side effects like drowsiness, heart palpitations, impaired concentration, etc.
Because they often become less effective over time, it may be necessary to keep trying new drugs to try and achieve the same therapeutic effect.
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Tess June 27th, 2006
Use BronchoSoothe to immediately:
* Open up bronchioles and relieve ‘tight’ chest
* Reduce acute bronchospasm
* Restore easy breathing
* Prevent additional stress linked to asthma attack
* Prevent asthma attacks caused by cold air and allergic reactions
What are tissue salts?
Tissue Salts, also called cell salts or biochemic salts, are composed of minerals which occur naturally in our bodies and all organic matter on earth, such as plants, rocks and soil.
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Tess March 27th, 2006
What is asthma?
One in 10 children and one in three adults suffer from chronic asthma.
An acute asthma attack is caused by inflammation in the airways of the lungs, causing contraction and narrowing of the airways (bronchioles), restricting airflow and making breathing very difficult.
Chronic asthma is a lung condition characterized by frequent asthma attacks and requiring medical management to prevent and minimize acute attacks.
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