Allergies come in two basic forms: pollen allergies and food
allergies. Each is caused by an immune over-reaction that
targets basically harmless material causing inflammation.
Inflammation of the mucous membranes causes swelling and leakage
of plasma. Histamine release causes itching. There is also a
theory that allergies can cause inflammations or abnormal tissue
reactions elsewhere in the body. The brain is one example and
various problems such as ADD are thought to be caused by food
allergies in at least 66% of the cases. Many other problems seem
to have an allergic component, also.
Pollen allergies often
cause asthma, along with the usual runny nose, itchy eyes and so
on. Both conditions indicate a body that needs detoxification
and attention to correcting immune dysfunction.
Food
allergies are caused when the body reacts to the antigens in
food, or when it is allowed to gain access to the bloodstream
and cause circulating complexes after combining with antibodies.
Food allergies are reported to be the root of many illnesses.
Allergies; symptoms* Itchy, red
swollen eyes
* Stuffy or runny nose
* Frequent sneezing or
cough
* Blisters on the skin
* Dry skin
Neem inhibits
allergic reactions when applied to the skin. Neem compounds
inhibit the stimulus produced by histamine and may be helpful in
skin rashes and bronchial allergy.
Treatment
Application of a neem-based cream, oil or leaf extract will stop
the itching and inflammation of rashes. Neem tea or capsules may
be taken internally for allergies to pollen, molds, etc.
Suggested Products: -
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(for extract)