Understanding the distinctions between food allergy, intolerance, and sensitivity is vital for effective dietary choices. Food allergies involve immune reactions that can be life-threatening, while intolerances stem from enzyme deficiencies causing gastrointestinal issues. Sensitivities lead to diverse symptoms and may be connected to chronic health concerns. Proper diagnosis through testing and management strategies, including elimination diets, is crucial for health. (AI-generated excerpt)
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Kick seasonal allergies to the curb
Seasonal allergies can impact productivity, incur expenses, and affect overall well-being. Allergies also raise the risk of conditions like asthma. The immune system, responsible for fighting infections, can lose tolerance to harmless substances, leading to allergic reactions. Treatments range from medications and immunotherapy to lifestyle adjustments and supplements, but consulting a healthcare provider is crucial.
Lifestyle Strategies to Survive Allergy Season
Hiding under a blanket of tissues through allergy season is no way to spend springtime! With simple tweaks to your food, supplements, and lifestyle, you can keep your symptoms at bay so your quality of life is fit for all seasons. What causes seasonal allergies? Seasonal allergies are triggered by inhaling aeroallergens from the outdoor…
Get Pollen Before Pollen Gets You
If your puffy eyes and runny nose haven’t already told you, the blanket of yellow pollen on your car and every other horizontal surface in the past few days has certainly signaled the season to be ready for the allergens that are everywhere. Here are some tips from Natural Insights for Well Being, to help…
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