Allergies respond to holistic treatment as it is an effective, non-invasive option for quick allergy relief.

Allergies are an exaggerated reaction of the immune system to a substance that would not normally cause a reaction in most individuals. The immune system perceives a particular substance (dust, mold, pollen, chemical, food, etc.) as a threat and triggers the release of histamine, causing an allergic symptom or a sensitivity. Sensitivities can include reactions to foods, smells, chemicals, etc. that are not a true allergy but are still bothersome and trigger headaches, nausea, runny nose etc.

Classic allergy symptoms are sneezes, runny nose, hives, itchy and watery eyes, and itchy throat. But in fact, allergies & chemical sensitivities may cause a vast range of symptoms, from fatigue and depression to constipation, joint pain, facial swelling, headaches and chronic sinusitis. Allergies put stress on the immune system and can affect every major system of the body.

 

Allergies Holistic Treatment Options

• Customized Serum Treatment with Oral Immunotherapy
• Low Dose Allergen Immunotherapy (LDA Treatment)
• Allergy Elimination Therapy (NAET)

 

Oral Immunotherapy, a Holistic & Custom Treatment for Allergies

Allergies & chemical or food sensitivities affect both the immune system and the autonomic nervous system. NIHA’S allergy treatment options can address both the immune system response and the autonomic nervous system response to the allergen.

Painless, Needle Free Allergy Testing

During the testing phase we use a painless, needle free biofeedback tool, Electrodermal Screening (EAV)  to scan the major body systems, identify allergens and establish the individual’s formulation for allergy serums. Complete screening for molds, pollen, inhalants (dust, smuts, animal dander), phenol, glycerin, and TOE is given. If indicated, testing and treatment for chemicals, hormones, and food sensitivities will be administered. After this initial 60 minute visit, which includes a comprehensive medical and environmental history, a clear picture of your health status and disturbances in your body which may contribute to allergy will emerge.

Customized Serum Allergy Treatment with Oral Immunotherapy for Quick Relief

Allergy serums customized for you are the treatment for allergies. The serums cause the immune system to build up blocking antibodies that turn off the allergic response, and may even eliminate the allergy, given an appropriate length of treatment. When combined with Allergy Elimination Therapy, which helps calm the autonomic nervous system, you can find relief from allergies and may get better faster.

Once the allergens have been identified, a treatment strategy will be developed based on serums. Sublingual (under the tongue) immunotherapy for treating allergies will reduce or suppress the immune response to the allergy. It decreases the allergic response to allergens and balances the immune system.A balanced immune system is better able to handle the offending allergen, so that allergic reactions are decreased or may even disappear.

Electrodermal screening is used to formulate the correct dilution of your serum. Customized serums are delivered in the form of shots or oral drops and address the immunological component of allergies. On subsequent visits the patient will build up to the correct dosage of serums and their progress will be monitored. On average, patients report relief from allergy symptoms within 6-12 weeks of starting treatment. Once patients are safely tolerating the serum treatment they may be allowed to self-administer at home.

LDA Therapy: Low Dose Allergen Immunotherapy

Low Dose Allergen, or LDA therapy, is a safe and effective immunotherapy used to treat food allergies and environmental allergies as well as autoimmune conditions. Injections are typically used for adults, with a sublingual option for children.

LDA treatment involves very low dose combinations of allergens along with an enzyme, beta-glucuronidase. The key component of this enzyme is that it attracts specific white blood cells (T-regulator cells) that are involved in the immune response and makes them pay attention to the allergens included with the enzyme. This causes a down-regulation, or calming of the response, of the part of the immune system that was reacting to the allergens in the first place. In other words, LDA works to shut off the adverse or allergenic response, and has a positive affect on the immune system. This is also the reason why it works well for most autoimmune conditions where the body is attacking itself.

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Allergy Elimination Therapy, (AET or NAET) is a holistic allergies treatment that combines a biofeedback technique with other therapies to desensitizes the patient to the offending allergen and calm the nervous system response.  Allergy Elimination Therapy is a non-invasive, long-standing natural treatment option that may improve the body’s ability to overcome some chronic health issues such as an allergy. The autonomic nervous system is being re-educated to learn that certain allergens are not a threat to the body. Over time, the body’s allergic reaction may be lessened and/or toxins can then be excreted from the body.

Allergy Elimination Therapy is non-invasive, effective, and a pleasant experience for the patient. It may be used alone or as a complement to allergy shots or serum drops to address the allergic reaction on many systems of the body: . The combination of Allergy Elimination Therapy and oral immunotherapy allergy provides not only maximum relief of symptoms but also may help address the root cause of the allergy.

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Additional Holistic Help for Allergies or Chemical Sensitivities

In treating allergies with a holistic approach, we may also look for an underlying disturbance contributing to the body’s tendency to overreact. We seek to identify these root causes of allergy by looking at possible sources of toxicity which can exacerbate the allergic response.  Possible sources can include:

• Diet (food allergies and/or food sensitivities or intolerances)
• Chemicals in Personal Care Products, Water, or Environment
• Chronic Infections (Lyme Disease)
• Work and Home Environment (air quality, mold, chemicals, EMFs electromagnetic frequencies etc.)
• Dental Issues (root canals, infection, mercury fillings)
• Molds
• Heavy Metals (smoking, exposure)
• Noxious energies (EMF overload from computer, cell phone, etc. )
• Bowel, Digestive system (leaky gut, poor digestion, parasites)

Dietary Modifications may be helpful for food sensitivities. A diet diary, rotation diet or elimination diet will help manage symptoms and treatment.

Detoxification may be suggested as part of your allergy treatment if toxicity is found. Detoxification and rehabilitation of the bowel is essential to all healing as it restores balance in the gastrointestinal system. The gastrointestinal system, “the gut” is our first line of defense against allergies.

Environmental Assessment for allergies is a key component of the integrative approach to identifying and treating allergies and/or chronic disease. A complete, history will help determine the timing of allergy and/or sickness. We assess the internal and external living environment. If necessary, additional testing of the home using mold panels can be done to further pinpoint the root cause of the problem.

 

Testimonials

I didn’t think food allergies would have anything to do with my sinus problems! I am so pleased with the therapy and how it has worked. S.L.