Allergies is a condition in which the body’s immune system reacts to foreign substances like dust, pollen, chemicals found in cleaning supplies, laundry detergents, and personal hygiene products(i.e. deodorants, perfumes, makeup, lotions, hair products)
In an allergic reaction, mast cells and basophils release “histamine” which triggers allergy symptoms.
Allergy Symptoms:
1) Sneezing
2) Itchy Eyes
3) Watery Eyes
4) Runny Nose
5) Hives
6) Nasal/Sinus Congestion
7) Sinus Pressure
8) Mucous (i.e. Throat/Nasal Cavity)
9)Throbbing Headache
Foods To Avoid (Cause Inflammation that increase histamine release)
1) Alcohol
2) Dairy
3) Caffeine
4) Sugar
5) Artificial Sweeteners
6) Processed Foods
Foods To Consume
1) Fruits/Vegetables that contain “Quercetin” (i.e. radish, red onion, kale, apples, dill, fennel, apples, grapes, cherries, lemons, oranges, broccoli)
*Quercetin- is a plant polyphenol which provides anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties
2) Pineapple: Contains Bromelain which provides anti-inflammatory properties
3) Ginger
4) Garlic
5) Honey
6) Turmeric
7) Tea (i.e. Rooibos Tea and Green Tea)
8) Medicinal Plants: Butterbur, Stinging Nettle
Essential Vitamins:
1) Vitamin A(Retinol); Recommended Daily Amount (900MCG for Men; and 700MCG for Women)
Foods rich in Vitamin A: i.e.Carrots, Spinach, Broccoli, Mangoes, Papayas, Chard, Eggs, Sweet Potatoes
2) Vitamin C(Ascorbic Acid); water-soluble vitamin so No Max dose
Foods rich in Vitamin C: i.e. Broccoli, Cantaloupe, Cauliflower, Kale, Kiwi, Oranges, Lemons, Papaya, Red/Green/Yellow Bell Peppers, Strawberries, Tomatoes, Spinach
3) Vitamin D (OTC: 800-2000IU daily; RX: Vitamin D2(Ergocalciferol 50,000IU taken once a week and Vitamin D3(Cholecalciferol 50,000IU taken once a week)
Obtained from sunlight (20 minutes in the sun) or through supplements
Essential Mineral:
1) Zinc; Recommended Daily Amount (8MG for Women; 11MG for Men)
Foods rich in Zinc: i.e. Kiwi, Strawberries, Dates, Blackberries, Bananas, Avocados, Raisins, Apricots, Dried Figs, Tangerine, Pomegranate
**This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Eilbra Younan, all viewers of this content are advised to consult with their doctors regarding specific health questions, especially those taking prescriptions and/or over-the-counter(OTC) medications before starting this or any nutrition or lifestyle change. This content is for information and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide medical advice or take the place of medical advice or treatment form a personal doctor. Neither Dr. Eilbra Younan and/ or the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health side-effects/consequences of any persons reading or following the information in this educational content.
