With
food allergies, there's generally a protein causing the problem.
If the pancreas doesn't properly break proteins into smaller
compounds called amino acids, the result can be incomplete or
"foreign" protein molecules that are absorbed into
the bloodstream and circulated throughout the body. Your body's
immune system naturally attacks these molecules, which is the
basis for your "allergic reaction."
Fast Relief
As a temporary remedy, use alkali compounds such as Alka-Seltzer
Antacid Formula (in the gold pouch) or Alka-Aid (available in
health food stores). If taken before you eat foods that trigger
allergies, they can neutralize stomach acid, keep proteolytic
enzymes intact, and properly digest proteins.
However, alkali compounds are
only a short-term solution, since over time they can interfere
with your natural digestive processes. For long-term solutions
that help improve your digestive health, here's what I suggest.
Nutrients to help you
•
Take grapefruit
seed extract to promote the effectiveness of "friendly"
bacteria in the intestinal tract.
•
Consider digestive
enzymes. I can't tell you how many food-related ailments
I've seen eliminated with digestive enzyme therapy. Best
of all, when used correctly, these enzymes are safe and
don't have the dangerous side effects of corticosteroids
and other drugs.
•
Eat more raw
fruits and vegetables. They contain natural enzymes
that make their own digestion easier. Stay away from canned
varieties. Heating and other processing techniques destroy
enzymes, which means that your body must work even harder
to break down and assimilate processed foods. Fermenting
vegetables is a delicious way to get your daily nutrients
for providing digestive system protection.
•
For chronic indigestion,
you may find help by using what are called herbal bitters,
such as dandelion root, wormwood, chamomile flowers, and
gentian root. Bitters activate the bitter-taste receptors
on the tongue, which, in turn, stimulate the secretion
of digestive juices.
I
would also recommend that you find a nutritionally-oriented
allergist or other practitioner who can help you pinpoint
foods and food compounds that trigger allergic reactions so
you can avoid them.
These statements have
not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products
are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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