Category: Allergies & Diseases
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A lot can happen over coffee, even weight loss!
Do you need a cup of coffee to wake you up in the morning? If the answer is yes, there is great news for you. Your daily cup gives you more than an energy boost. It helps your body fight against health conditions like obesity and diabetes, says recent research published in the journal Scientific…
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Ever heard of diabetic shock? Take prompt action before it becomes fatal
A diabetes diagnosis can change your life in more ways than one. It involves a lot of lifestyle modifications (which you may not be happy about!) and adjustments. In the process of making lifestyle modifications, many diabetics make the mistake of going overboard and banning some foods completely from their diet. Coupled with too much…
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COVID-19 alert for diabetes: High blood sugar levels increase your risk of death from this infection
New research finds that people with diabetes have a high mortality risk from COVID-19 infection. The study, published in Science Advances, notes that this is because of the excessive production of immune cells in their lungs. According to the researchers, COVID-19 infection increases glucose metabolism through a process called a cytokine storm, triggering overproduction of…
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Shellfish Allergy Symptoms, Effective Remedies & Alternatives
It’s true that with food allergies, one person’s food can truly be another one’s poison. The popularity of shellfish has been increasing worldwide, but consequently, shellfish constitute the No. 1 cause of food allergies in the American adult. The approximate prevalence of shellfish allergy is estimated at 0.5 to 2.5 percent of the general population. (1) Shellfish allergy…
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The Best 7 Food Allergy Alternatives
The prevalence of food allergies continue to rise, affecting approximately 5 percent of children under the age of 5 years old and 4 percent of teens and adults. Food allergies have severe effects on daily life because manifestations can affect several bodily systems, and these responses are caused by a particular individual intolerance that’s derived from an immunological…
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Food Allergy Symptoms + 6 Ways to Reduce Them
Food allergies are immune-based diseases that have become a serious health concern in the United States. An estimated one-fifth of the population believe that they have adverse reactions to food, but the true prevalence of food allergies ranges between 3 and 4 percent in the general population. Despite the risk of severe allergic reactions and…
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6 Food Allergies Treatments and Natural Remedies
Despite the risk of severe allergic reactions and even death, there is no current cure for food allergies. The condition can only be managed by allergen avoidance or treatment of food allergy symptoms. However, fortunately there are natural food allergies treatments and supplements that can help to boost the immune system and enhance the gut microbiota, helping to…
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Neti Pot: 6 Health Benefits of Nasal Irrigation
A neti pot is used for nasal irrigation. Nasal irrigation? It may sound strange, but it’s simply the act of flushing out your nasal cavity. A neti pot allows a user to do just that quickly and efficiently with a solution of purified water and salt. Yes, that’s right — just two simple ingredients. If there…
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Egg Allergy: Intolerance + 5 Healthy Egg Alternatives
Could you have an egg allergy or egg intolerance? By themselves, eggs are a popular protein source at the heart of many healthy and tasty meals. They’re also a key ingredient in many popular food items like pasta, pancakes and so many more. You might already know that common food allergies include peanuts and dairy,…
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Obesity increases risk of type 2 diabetes by 6 times: Know a few other causes of this condition
According to a new study at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark, obesity can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes by six times. The study was published in the journal Diabetologia and included samples of 4,729 individuals. According to researchers, this risk is independent of any other factors including genetic predisposition to the disease.…
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Top Health Effects of Climate Change (It’s Impacting Your Body NOW)
The health effects of climate change may seem like something that future generations will have to handle. The truth is, though, it’s already happening now, fueling everything from allergies and certain cancers to COPD symptom flares. All of the carbon pollution that comes from things like burning coal and natural gas for electricity, burning gasoline and diesel to…
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Nasal Polyps: 19 Natural Treatments & Lifestyle Changes
Do you have strange bumps inside your nose? If so, you may have nasal polyps, or nasal polyposis. Nasal polyps are pretty common, noncancerous growths. (1) In fact, up to 4 percent of the U.S. population suffers from nasal polyps. (2) Conventional treatments usually include steroids, antihistamines and surgery. Luckily there are many natural home remedies for…
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Find Poison Oak Rash Relief with These 5 Natural Treatments
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, “A rash from poison ivy, oak, or sumac usually lasts one to three weeks. Most rashes will go away without treatment.” (1) While your rash may heal on its own, it’s still likely to be itchy and uncomfortable during the process — sometimes even severely, depending on how allergic you…
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Avoid This One Drink to Help Overcome Your Ragweed Allergy Symptoms
Living with a ragweed allergy can make life absolutely miserable for a good chunk of the year. The worst part? The most intense ragweed allergy symptoms seem to hit right when you should be enjoying the best of what the warmer months have to offer. When you’re dealing with ragweed allergies, poolside relaxation, vacationing by…
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Milk Allergy Symptoms + 7 Healthy Ways to Go Dairy Free
Did you know that milk is one of the most common food allergens in existence? It’s estimated that between 2–3 percent of children under the age of 3 have a milk allergy. Experts used to think that these were just temporary baby allergies or infant allergies and kids would outgrow their dairy allergy once they…
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Natural Poison Sumac Prevention & Treatment
If you spend time along rivers or lakes in the southern or northeastern parts of the U.S., be sure to watch out for poison sumac. Poison sumac is considered a much rarer plant compared to poison ivy (but it is more poisonous). So depending on where you live, you probably have much less of a…
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8 Natural Allergy Relief Remedies
According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America, 1 in 5 people, or an estimated 50 million Americans, suffer from some type of allergies. (1) The chances are high that you or someone you know suffers from allergies, whether seasonal allergies, food allergies or another type . Most people who are struggling with an allergy…
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Insomnia: Sleeping Difficulty And Disorder – Causes, and Cure
Table of Content Causes Sleep disorders Diagnosing sleep disorders Treating sleep disorders Outlook Overview Sleeping difficulty is when you have trouble sleeping at night. It may be hard for you to fall asleep, or you may wake up several times throughout the night. Sleep difficulty may affect your physical and mental health. Lack of sleep…
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Does Histamine Intolerance Cause Allergies, Headaches & Bloating?
To alleviate allergy-like symptoms, many people seek natural remedies for allergies — yet some folks continue to experience difficult, even strange, symptoms. Frustrating! Until recently, most health care practitioners just chalked up runny noses, itchy skin and headaches after meals to “food allergies,” but it’s not that simple because IgE allergy-mediated response tests usually come up negative. Instead, the problem…
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Gluten Intolerance Symptoms & Treatment Methods
What’s the deal with gluten? It’s a type of protein found in grains including wheat, barley and rye. (1) It makes up about 80 percent of the amino acids (the building blocks of proteins) found in these grains. Although gluten isn’t actually found in many other ancient grains like oats, quinoa, rice or corn, modern food-processing…