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The hair is said to be one’s crowning glory. This is very much true since it’s one of the first things that older people try to take care of to conceal white hair. Even the younger generation have fallen to the idea that having a different hair color than the one they’re born with is will add greatly to their looks. To some degree, there is some truth to this.

Some people though, react badly to hair coloring so special care needs to be taken. Read on..

The allergies people can get from hair dyes do vary. The time it takes for these reactions to show up can be anywhere from a few minutes to the next day. This is taking into account the time they apply to hair dye to their scalp.

So what other visual symptoms? Normally, one might notice a rash or even worse, blisters that become evident on the scalp as well as the hairline. Some people even notice burning sensations on their skin if they’re particularly reactive to dye.

This can turn into a serious matter if left untreated. Thus, as soon as an allergic reaction is detected, it is important to wash the chemicals off the hair. Apply shampoo to remove the hair dye and wet the surrounding areas as well such as the nape, the ears, the forehead, and the face. Take an antihistamine to offset the scalp’s reaction to the chemical. There are available over-the-counter medicines to help treat allergies, but ensure to get a previously doctor-prescribed medicine. The downside of this is not knowing the exact amount of medicine to administer to the person with allergies.

Carrots are known for their amazing anti-allergy properties. You can apply carrot juice to the affected area of your skin and also drink a big glass of carrot juice. If your reactions are not too severe, you should notice the symptoms subside after a short period of time.

Whenever you use hair dye, always test it out on your skin first in small amounts, before going ahead and applying it to your entire head. Follow the instructions on the packaging and apply just a little bit on your arm and also behind your ear and wait for about half an hour. If nothing occurs after that period of time, it should be safe to assume that you’re not allergic to that particular dye.

Allergies are caused because the immune system reacts in a hypersensitive way to substances that are normally harmless in nature. These substances are called allergens and may be swallowed, inhaled or they can come in contact with one’s skin. Allergic reactions are predictable, acquired and rapid. Some common allergies include allergies caused by food, hives, asthma, hay fever, eczema and reactions caused by the sting of insects such as wasps and bees. If allergy treatments are not administered, these reactions may develop to such an extent that they may even cause death.

Allergy symptoms are categorized as mild, moderate, or severe reactions. Mild symptoms include rashes, itchiness, watery eyes and congestion. These reactions do not usually spread. Moderate symptoms include itchiness and difficulty in breathing. Severe symptoms are called Anaphylaxis. These are rare and life-threatening emergencies. The body responds to the allergens very suddenly and these allergens do affect the entire body. Symptoms usually begin with itchiness of the eyes or face and later spread to the other parts of the body. Within a few minutes, mild or moderate symptoms could progress to a more serious condition with symptoms including swellings that make breathing as well as swallowing difficult; and they can even cause abdominal pain, cramps, vomiting, diarrhea and dizziness or mental confusion.

There are three general allergy treatments. One is to avoid the allergen, second is to take medication in order to relieve symptoms and the third of the allergy treatments is to take allergy shots.

Avoidance includes wearing pollen masks, staying indoors when pollen grains, which are the most common allergens, are abundant in the air, reading food labels carefully, avoiding dander-producing animals into the house, using cotton pillow and bedding and washing them regularly and removing carpets and other upholstery covered furniture. You should use air filters, dehumidifiers and cleaning agents containing acaricide or a tannic acid.

When complete avoidance is not possible, medication is required in the form of allergy treatments. Common medications are decongestants, which clear nasal passages, antihistamines, which stop the action of histamines and cromoglycate, usually contained in eye drops or nasal sprays.

Immunotherapy is also another form of allergy treatments which is taken when even medication cannot control allergic reactions. Immunotherapy desensitizes people with the help of injections that contain allergen extracts. This procedure takes months to show results and it will take three to four years before a patient can be free of symptoms.

WHY CADR IS NOT ENOUGH

Many air purifier companies actively publicize and market their air purifiers based predominately or sometimes almost exclusively on their Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) numbers. Other Air Purifier companies, while they do collect air flow and circulation data on their air purifiers using many of the same standards prescribed for CADR testing, don’t choose to publicize CADR data since the additional technologies that they incorporate make the CADR number, at best, irrelevant and, at worse, misleading.

Here’s Why

The CADR is basically only a measure of how rapidly air is circulated through a given air filtering device. While this figure is perhaps relevant for the vast majority of filtration-only devices that attempt to clean air using only one or two types of filters, it’s meaningless for sophisticated purification and filtration systems. This is because filtration is simply a single aspect of some units. The fact is that the CADR number tells you nothing about how well, or even “IF”, a given competing product filters germs, bacteria, viruses and other harmful biological agents nor does it assess how well the unit clears chemical fumes and odors. If you do choose to purchase a unit that has only the one or two technologies that are used to “Filter” the air only (such as IQ Air or Austin Air), than the CADR number might be of some limited use. However, there are Multiple Technology Purifiers on the on-line market (like the 9 stage Alive Air Purifier for example) that utilize UV, TIO2, Activated Carbon, Negative Ions, Electrostatic Grid (plus other technologies) where CADR information is, as I say, ‘meaningless’.

Air Purifier VS Air Filters

The easiest way to think of it is that, even though everyone in the industry refers to their products as an air “purifier”, the fact is that the overwhelming majority of competing products out there are simply air “filters” that don’t use anywhere near the number of additional “purification” technologies used by some brands, e.g., UV light, TiO2, activated charcoal, negative ionization, etc.

The fact is that, if a company did want to market just according to the CADR numbers, they could simply beef up the fan speed, eliminate advanced technologies and just manufacture their limited ‘filtration systems’. As I said, in doing your research, you will find a majority that fit this description. There are a few companies that don’t, and won’t do that, because their systems have been designed to delicately balance optimum air flow with other purification technologies. For example, if air were to be pulled too quickly through their unit in order to artificially inflate the CADR numbers, the UV technology that protects you and your family from harmful germs and viruses that traditional air purifiers miss, would work much less effectively.

Recommendations

1. As a starting point, I would recommend a unit that has at least these two technologies – both UV technology AND a Hepa filter.

2. Better yet, find a unit that isn’t just an ‘air filtration’ unit but is truly an air ‘Purifier’… that includes #2 above as well as several other technologies (such as Negative Ions, TIO2 that can magnify the effectiveness of the UV Bulb, etc.)

3. Find a company who freely offers you knowledgeable customer service that can help you understand the effectiveness of these different technologies.

and of course,

4. Avoid using CADR as an effective means of deciding what Purification system you need for your home/office or health needs.

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, oats, spelt, and other grains. (NB some people are able to tolerate oats)

Do you or your family have any of these problems?

* tired, exhausted, lethargic, lack of energy, weakness
* iron deficiency, anaemia
* diarrhoea or constipation, uncomfortable tummy, bloating and gas troubles
* gastric reflux or heartburn, nausea or vomiting
* unhappy with weight (over- or under- weight), not growing well, eating problems
* runny nose, sneezing and sinus problems, itchy and/or watery eyes
* asthma, wheezing, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath
* osteoporosis, bone and joint pains
* dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, acne, skin flushing, hives
* infertility
* headaches or migraine
* depression, mental health problems, mood swings, hyperactive, cranky
* disrupted sleep, insomnia, foggy thinking, poor concentration
* Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
* Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)/Aspergers

There are many causes of the problems in the list but all could be related to food sensitivity or intolerance in many individuals. If you have a lot of these symptoms it is quite likely that you would benefit from seeking a diagnosis or testing for food allergies. Often tests are affected if the allergen has already been removed from the diet – this is especially true for gluten intolerance and coeliac disease. A diagnosis of a food allergy or sensitivity should be sought before eliminating food groups from your diet.

It is important to note that you should seek advice from your medical practitioner/health provider/allergy specialist or a registered dietician before embarking on any ‘new’ or restricted diet. This is especially important with children as an unregulated diet that is too restrictive could result in mineral and vitamin deficiencies and lead to future problems with growth and development.

All of the problems in the list above have been linked with individuals who have an intolerance to gluten. Gluten is the cause of coeliac disease, a serious and lifelong auto-immune condition (meaning that the body produces antibodies that attack its own tissues). Coeliac disease is genetic so your risk is increased if you have family members who are sufferers.

In coeliac disease, the villi that line the gut are attacked and damaged leading to problems with absorption of essential nutrients. Symptoms vary from mild to serious and can include stomach pains, bloating, diarrhoea and nausea. Symptoms are often confused with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or stress. Recognizing and diagnosing coeliac disease can be a lengthy drawn out process and some people go years before finding a diagnosis and some people are simply never diagnosed and suffer with general ill health.

What causes eczema is unknown but there are several factors why we get eczema, such as the environment we live in, the genres we inherit, our family history, chemicals we use in detergents and foods we eat. Which foods cause eczema flare ups is something we can control.

Unfortunately as there is not a 100% reliable test for identifying which foods cause eczema. So it is important to learn what type of foods triggers eczema; there is no exact diet you should follow. Not everyone is the same, some types of foods triggers eczema on one person does not mean it will be the same for the next person. By monitoring the foods you eat you can help control your eczema.

Keeping a diary of what you eat and noting down what your condition of your eczema is like can be very useful in identifying which foods causes eczema. The signs that food is causing the eczema you need to look out for include changing and worsening of the eczema, itching, swelling, redness and irritation on the eczema.

Which foods cause eczema

The most common foods that have an effect on eczema are as follows:

• Diary products: Milk, yogurt, cheese, cream and even hidden diary products such as cow’s milk in chocolate.
• Nuts: Peanuts, almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts
• Wheat based products: Cereal and bread, pancakes, muffins and pizza base.
• Seafood: Shellfish such as prawns, clams and mussels, crab, fish.
• Acidic fruits: Oranges, Lemon, Strawberries and blueberries
• Food activities: Sodium benzoate, Monosodium glutamate (MSG), Tartrazine, Benzoic acid and Parabens
• Other commonly known foods are tomatoes and soy products.

Remember it is not just foods you consume to identfy which foods cuase eczema, will need to think about the drinks you consume too like orange juice that are acidic.

When trying out which foods cause eczema it is best to try one type of suspected food at a time.

When you start your diary you will need to:

1. Stop eating all sources of the suspected food or foods for at least two to six weeks to give time for the improvement in the eczema and ensure your skin is as eczema free as possible.

2. Try the suspected food to bring a return or worsening of the eczema, you may want to try small potions of the suspected food, in some cases the symptoms can appear within 2 hours or a delayed sensitivity can occur so you may want to try the food for a few days to see if there is an reaction on the eczema, as this may not happen on the first day.

3. Once you are sure this type of food has an effect on the eczema, you then must stop eating the suspected food to bring back the improvement in the symptoms.

If for example milk has an affect on the eczema, you may want to try out foods containing milk such as milk chocolate bars. I have experienced that even though cheese can cause eczema it is not every type of cheese. Soft cheese like brie and mozzarella are more prone to trigger the eczema then hard cheeses such as cheddar cheese.

When you have your list of which foods cause eczema you will need to discuss your diet with your doctor or a healthcare professional to ensure you are following a healthy diet and that you are getting all the nutrients you need.

Allergy is one of the most commonly occurring disorders, which makes its onset from childhood itself. Allergy symptoms differ from one individual to another. There are many different kinds of allergies. The allergy symptoms of each kind of allergy are different and also vary in intensity from one person to another. Well, food allergy is the commonest form of allergy and many of us have experienced allergy symptoms to one or sometimes numerous different foods.

The most common foods which stimulate an allergic reaction are sea-foods, chocolate, eggs, peanuts, cashew nuts, peaches, tomatoes, apples, peaches, bananas, green peas, cantaloupes etc.

For many people the symptoms are disturbing but not severe. Mild allergy symptoms may come on immediately or within a short while after consuming the allergic foods.

The commonest symptoms are listed below:

• Swelling of face and lips
• Tingling in the mouth
• Sudden onset of itching with appearance of hives
• Redness and watering of eyes
• Feeling of tightness in the chest or throat
• Sudden headaches or a feeling as if going to faint

Some people are not so lucky, and may come down with very severe and grave symptoms as listed below:

• Vertigo or sudden fainting
• Rapid pulse with cold sweat
• Difficulty in breathing
• Development of shock with sudden dip in the blood pressure 

Such cases require immediate hospitalization, as it is highly risky and can even lead to death of the patient.

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Urticaria: Urticaria or hives is a skin rash that usually results from an allergic reaction. The hives can differ in size and shape, tiny pin pricks to bulky welts, but they most often appear as inflamed, itchy bumps and can be found any where on the body. Urticaria that last only a few hours or days before going away is called Acute Urticaria. Hives that persist longer than six weeks are diagnosed as Chronic Urticaria.
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Certain foods (eggs, nuts, wheat, and milk) and food additives are often the cause of Acute Urticaria. However, insect bites and stings, and some medicines can also prompt a reaction, whereby a chemical, histamine, is released from cells in the skin’s blood vessels causing a rash or hives.

Taking aspirin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and various painkillers (codeine) may also result in a person getting about of hives. In some cases, stress, physical activity, temperature fluxuation and poor health may also trigger Acute Urticaria.

Causes of Chronic Urticaria are often tougher to diagnose because chronic hives rarely occur as a result of an allergic reactions. Most people with Chronic Urticaria have an idiomatic (unknown) reason for their hives. Viral infections, hormonal imbalances and malignancies might be factors; however, 30-40% of people with Chronic Urticaria will be diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder.

Treatment: the objective of treatment is to alleviate the symptoms of hives because the rashes usually disappear away on their own. Medications and ointments, which relieve the burning, stinging and itching as they numb the skin are commonly used. The majority of these items do not require a prescription, and they are available at a local markets and pharmacies.

Antihistamines, are the most frequently used oral treatments, as many of these medications can be purchased over the counter (OTC) without a prescription. Popular, brand names of these drugs are Benadryl, Claritin, and Zyrtec. All of them can be used to treat hives.

If Chronic Urticaria has been diagnosed, an individual treatment plan may be required and prescription antihistamines may be recommended. In addition, antihistamines combined with H2 blockers might be suggested. Oral steroids (such as Prednisone) can be taken for short period of time, but their long-term uses has been deemed unsafe. UV radiation, antifungal antibiotics and other immunosuppressants may also be discussed, but these treatments are rare.

Summary: Hives, also known as Urticaria, is a skin rash that emerges any place on the body. Urticaria is most frequently the result of an allergic reaction. Hives can last for several hours or several weeks, but they usually disappear on their own without an arduous regimen of care. If hives are present for more than six weeks, a physician should be consulted because the treatment for Chronic Urticaria may pose different challenges. Antihistamines and topical creams can be used to assuage the symptoms of hives, but the only guaranteed treatment for Urticaria is to eliminate the cause.

Among all that leafy growth, however, poison ivy also grows. Every year, many outdoor lovers suffer from ivy rashes. How can you treat poison ivy once you’ve gotten it? And is there anything you can do to prevent getting a rash in the first place?

Prevention & Treatment of Poison Ivy Rashes

It would make sense to try and prevent ivy rashes to begin with. If you love being outdoors, chances are you will encounter ivy and you may not always be able to avoid coming in contact with it. It’s not also reasonable to wear long-sleeve pants and shirts. Even then, you may still get poison ivy on exposed parts of your body. If this is a regular problem for you, you may want to try a poison ivy cream. These creams are a sort of poison ivy block. IvyBlock, Ivy Shield, and Tecnu block the plant’s resin from contacting your skin.

If you do come in contact with poison ivy, a basic method of preventing poison ivy rashes is to wash right away with soap and water. The sooner, the better, as you’ll be able to wash off a better part of the resin on your skin. However, you may not be able to do this or even realize you need to in some cases. Products like Zanfel can be applied after the fact to prevent a rash from forming. If you plan to be far from civilization, and therefore a sink and soap, consider carrying a product like this with you.

What about after the fact? You’ve been exposed, you didn’t wash it off, and now you have a rash? There are different ways to deal with the itching and blistering. There is no cure so you just have to cope with the symptoms and wait for the rash to go away on its own (about three weeks). Calamine lotion is a common aid to reducing the itchiness but it also dries up blisters and helps the rash to heal faster. Cortisone can help with itching in some cases as well. Taking cool baths with baking soda or oatmeal mixed in can reduce itchiness. Cold compresses and pastes of baking soda applied on the rash also help with the symptoms.

If your ivy rashes gets worse or is covering a good portion of your body, you may want to see a doctor. Sometimes calamine lotion and oatmeal baths are not enough. If the symptoms are bad enough, you may need to go on a regimen of prednisone or another oral medication to heal. If this is the case, make sure you take the full prescribed amount; don’t stop just because you’re feeling better. The ivy could return and be just as bad or worse if you don’t completely kill it with the medication.

In summary, try to prevent poison ivy rashes with a poison ivy cream such as IvyBlock. Wash off the affected skin as soon as possible or apply a preventative like Zanfel. When you have a rash, try calamine lotion, baking soda, and cold compresses to cope with the itching. And if things are looking bad or you’re covered over a good portion of your body, see a doctor.

It is not uncommon for many people to realize that particular kind of foods causes awful reactions to their bodies. Usually, it’s because they are allergic to certain foods. Being allergic to certain snacks is akin to having seasonal reactions, but there are other different things too. Here’s an attempt to make you understand what it is being sensitive to foods and the symptoms thereof.

These disorders are multifaceted and may crop up if the body reacts abnormally to some items. As the reaction takes place allergens are released in human body. In turn, the allergens make the body release a material known as histamines which cause swelling and or itchiness on the body. Food vulnerabilities too follow a similar routine, but symptoms in their case could be different.

The most often experienced symptoms include sneezing, swelling and itching. It becomes very uncomfortable on coming in touch with something to which you are vulnerable. Being susceptible also makes one uncomfortable, but in a somewhat different manner. Swelling of body or itchiness in mouth or throat is among very common symptoms of such reactions. That’s because when you eat something it goes straight in your body thru mouth and throat. On eating a snack to which you may be hypersensitive can cause the feeling of being weak or dizzy. The symptoms with other kinds of reactions are usually different as nothing enters the body directly.
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One very common food product that causes allergies to lot many is nuts. And, nuts need not be peanuts all the time. It includes almonds, cashews and walnuts too. Peanuts may prove to be very dangerous if you develop an allergy to them. Even the use of a spoon that had been in contact with peanuts, can trigger the reaction. One should watch and understand what kind of nuts cause allergic reaction to you.

The other equally common food item that is known to be allergic to many is the consumption of eggs. In case of eggs, a majority of people would come to know of their being allergic to eggs at quite an early age. That’s because eggs form a part of many dishes that we take, thus better chances of knowing one’s being allergic at an early age.

It’s indeed very difficult to count all the food products that have proven to cause allergies to people. You may find it difficult to believe that people are allergic to even milk and wheat. There are others who are unable to consume sea foods for the same reason. At time the reaction may not be so severe, but having realized you’re susceptible to any food, one must practice restrain and avoid having the same.
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Quite often people may not be aware that they are vulnerable to quite a few things and continue eating all kinds of foods and nuts. But one should not overlook even if the allergies are very mild, especially in the case of growing children. Parents should act responsible and keep a watch on what the kids are eating and if the kids demonstrate any signs of susceptibility to some food items, and thus to have some kind of control on the situation if anything averse happens.

Imagine yourself in the state of fulfilling the pangs of hunger in your stomach, or merely to delight your appetite, taking pleasure of the food at your heart’s content…and suddenly you feel your mouth itching. Few minutes after, you can hardly swallow and are short of breath. These symptoms are that of food allergy. During digestion of the food in your intestines, nausea begins to take place. And so are vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea. The very ingredient that you fueled your body with to be healthy and to live turns out to be toxic that can take your dear life!

Why does this type of allergy happen? When the supposed food you take is poison and not food? This, when taken lightly can take cause death!

This allergy is when your body treats food as poison. It is actually an unfavorable response to a food protein. When the allergens (food that cause allergy) enter the bloodstream and reach the skin, they can cause eczema. When they reach the airways, they can cause asthma. The person also will experience lightheadedness, weakness and sudden drop of blood pressure. This can be deadly if not treated quickly.

People with food allergy should be more careful when eating than others. Most of them likely shun parties and eating out events. Seeing the food that they cannot eat is a form of torture of some kind for others. At times, they can eat allergens unintentionally and tend to land themselves in hospitals instead. This is why an allergy test is important.

Most common food which can cause allergic reactions are shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and eggs. Children are also prone to have allergies from milk, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts. Food tests are highly recommended for people who know of several allergens working against them and food allergies are likely recurring. Also, one of the best cures for food allergy is avoiding the allergens. To make sure, you are allergic to some foods, submit yourself to allergy tests.

Allergy tests are exposing a person to food substances and this is done under careful medical supervision. The effectiveness of these tests however can be affected by skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis or by some drugs taken for medication. At times, blood tests can be safer alternatives because blood samples are just taken from the person.

For luckier people, food allergies can be outgrown. However, this cannot be concluded unless clearly proven.