Many folks who are suffering from asthma and allergies do not realize it, but a low immune mechanism is likely at the root of their issues.
The body's immunological systems first defensive line against illness are barriers that stop antigens, which are giant protein molecules of bacteria, viruses, chemicals and other substances that appear damaging from entering your body.
The barriers include your skin, mucus, cough reflex, stomach acid and even enzymes in your tears, which...

When you are a first time buyer of an Air Purifier, it's almost certain you have heard of or seen an image of an Ionic pro air purifier or something like it. These types of purifiers are extremely popular and sell very well. However, their performance is not what it could be compared to similar products. So why do they sell well? Easy, they have excellent marketing. They look very attractive and sleek, and are sold as something that looks good in your home. In reality, how well does the...

For those who have a baby, using humidifier is very important, especially when the winter comes. Since dry air can potentially make your baby to get swollen sinuses, breathing problems, and respiratory sinuses, using humidifier will protect the baby from drying of the skin and allergies that are commonly happened on winter. With the various options of humidifier on the market nowadays, choosing the right one for your baby may become a difficult task. Thus, these are going to give you...

The number of people who suffer from allergies is on the increase. An allergy can be defined as an intolerance to certain foods, chemicals etc. These intolerances can be varied and widespread. Common foods that people are allergic to is cows milk and wheat. These two substances are also commonly used as the main or added ingredients in many of the foods people eat in their diet today. Stop eating food that you think is causing you an allergic reaction for two weeks. Stop eating one food...

4 Best Homeopathic Remedies For Asthma

Asthmais a debilitating lung condition in which the airways or bronchial tubes become inflamed due to a hyper-sensitive immune system. In patients withasthmathe airways will narrow and become obstructed when irritated and has become one of the most common respiratory illnesses.Asthmacauses suffering in millions of people around the world and affects children as well as adults.

Many factors are responsible for the cause...

Getting relief from spring allergies begins with understanding how your own body works and making a conscious decision to take control. Yes, you can do something to help your situation. Suffering is optional when you apply the 3Rs technique: Recognize, Reframe, and Reclaim.

RECOGNIZEwhat's going on. Start by taking stock of your situation: What are you feeling at this time of year? Can you pinpoint what substances trigger allergy symptoms for you? Then ask yourself what you...

Sinusitis and nose functions are in constant conflict.The nose is a delicate organ performing a host of functions. This includes constantly filtering the air that is about to pass through to the lungs. Sinusitis symptoms keep the nose, the mucous membrane, cilia and the turbinates from fulfilling their designed functions. The mucous membrane moistens the nasal passages all day and secretes the mucus discharge which washes the lining and collects all the foreign particles and micro...

Cross-contamination occurs when a gluten-free food comes in contact with a food or a surface than contains gluten. Cross-contamination is a very real problem for those who follow a gluten-free diet. There are steps you can take to avoid cross-contaminating of your food. Gluten is invisible to the naked eye, but can contaminate surfaces such as counters, cutting boards and utensils.

A good example is making two peanut butter sandwiches. One sandwich is with wheat bread and the...

When my daughter was a baby it was very easy for me to get a diagnosis of Asthma from the medical fraternity, in fact they came to me after I had her in hospital as she was so bad and was in a humicrib.

However, others I know have been a little apprehensive to seek medical advice regarding getting a diagnosis as they have been unsure of what Asthma Symptoms are.

On saying that - I urge anyone, not to wait, if you are uneasy about how you are feeling, or how your child/baby...

Asthma and Cough (Asthma Cough)

Today I would like to discuss a very distressing symptom that many Asthmatics experience, and that is coughing (Asthma Cough) and being unable to take their inhalers.

This can sometimes occur in the winter time with the Asthmatic waking up in the middle of the night coughing or first thing in the morning. A sharp drop in the temperature of the room overnight can cause this; one way of combating the problem is to have a small heater on low in...