Histame And The Battle Against Food Sensitivity

January 7, 2010 by mbelcher · Leave a Comment
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As the saying goes, “you are what you eat,” so effectively people should eat only what is good for them. But, is the quality of food intake and the knowledge of what is proper for the body enough? Food intolerance is a reality that must be addressed.

Unfortunately, food sensitivity is often mistaken for some other problem, which can prove costly and in some instances, even deadly. All of that is addressed through the use of Histame, the answer to food intolerance.

Everybody is aware of the discomfort caused by digestive problems. Most people have experienced it, and it might even have caused embarrassment. Whenever people experience digestive discomfort, they usually point to the usual culprits: peptic ulcers, diarrhea, and constipation, when often the discomfort is linked to food sensitivity.

Food sensitivity is rooted in the high levels of histamine in the food consumed. Histamine is usually found in processed foods, another example of the negative effects of heavily processed food. Heeding the calls to cut down on these types of foods is well worth considering.

Masquerading as a food allergy is one of the properties of food sensitivity. A high number of food allergy symptoms are easily mistaken for food intolerance symptoms. The role of Histame in combating these signs is essential to the proper understanding of the difference between them and its successful reduction of histamine levels easily separates it from the many antihistamine products available on the market. It is definitely the treatment to take for food sensitivity.

Whether the discomfort is excruciating or negligible, the list of food intolerance symptoms is all too common and definitely worrisome, though far too often people do not connect these prominent signs to food intolerance.

When people experience headaches or dizziness, they do not connect these reactions to food sensitivity, though they are a message from the body that histamine levels are beyond the safe level. The same goes for some skin problems and the tired, weak feeling people sometimes get, all of which may actually be symptoms connected to food sensitivity.

The use of Histame should be decided by health professionals for it to be most effective. The distinction between food allergy and food sensitivity is for doctors to determine – whether that uncomfortable feeling after a large dinner is one of the many food intolerance symptoms. Let’s eat to that.



By: Daniel Marcus Manson

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Michael Cotton is a freelance writer and lives in California. His topics usually cover health issues with respect to food and its effects. His articles on food sensitivity and food intolerance symptoms attracted national attention after appearing in several national dailies. He writes as one who has had experience with the symptoms.



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All About Food Intolerance

November 23, 2009 by mbelcher · Leave a Comment
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All About Food Intolerance

Food intolerance is becoming much more of a household phrase these days.  For those who haven’t thought about it much or never had a reason to look into it, this is a basic guide to what it is, what some of the most common intolerances are, and some other related information.

Food intolerances can come from a variety of sources.  For example, some people can’t tolerate citrus fruits or other acidic foods. The food intolerances that trouble most people are chemicals (such as aspartame or preservatives), natural compounds (like caffeine), wheat and gluten, and, of course, lactose.

Sometimes it’s hard to distinguish a food intolerance from a food allergy. Their symptoms can be quite similar, but actually they are completely different bodily responses. A food intolerance is a digestive system problem.

If you have a food intolerance, you might experience headaches, gastrointestinal problems, or weight gain. (Wine, cheese and chocolate are notorious headache causers.) Gastrointestinal issues can include gas, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, which are sometimes mistaken for Irritable Bowel Syndrome. You might also have allergy-like symptoms such as a runny nose, hives, or difficulty breathing.

Lactose intolerance is one of the most common things people suffer from.  It is caused by a shortage of the lactase enzyme. Instead of digesting lactose normally, people with too little lactase can’t process milk sugars properly. When they consume dairy products, the result is fatigue, nausea, and a host of other digestive problems such as gas and bloating.

How serious is lactose intolerance? Children younger than two are especially susceptible to it. These children often need a special non-dairy formula to ensure proper nutrition. Most adults with lactose intolerance (5% of all adults in Ireland and the UK) can tolerate a tiny amount of dairy in their diets. Others can tolerate none at all.

Though more rare, foods that contain artificial preservatives, sweeteners, flavor enhancers, and colors sometimes trigger painful symptoms in people with an intolerance to such substances.

Another very common intolerance is wheat or gluten intolerance. (Gluten is a protein found in wheat.) These conditions have gotten a lot of press lately, and for good reason: gluten intolerance, also called celiac disease in its most serious form, has been linked to behavioral problems, weight gain, and even autism.

Celiac disease is an incurable condition that causes the immune system to attack a person’s own body. In this case, the autoimmune response is triggered by eating foods that contain gluten. Celiac disease can cause all of the symptoms of food intolerance, plus stunted growth and skin conditions. Left unchecked, it can eventually cause bone disease, anemia, and even cancer.

Unfortunately, gluten is found in all wheat products, and even in some products made from barley, rye, and oats. That means that people with gluten intolerance need to avoid certain alcohols, like beer. Wheat can also be found in unexpected places. It’s often used as a filler in ground meat and sausage.  

There are many gluten-free and wheat-free breads, pastas, and cereals – but they’re not created equal. Just because a product is gluten-free doesn’t necessarily mean it’s safe for people with wheat intolerance. Gluten-free products can contain other wheat substances. Likewise, wheat-free products might contain barley, rye, or oats.

Basically, people who suffer from a gluten intolerance must become very good label readers!

If you suspect wheat, gluten, or any other intolerance, speak with your doctor as soon as you can. They will make a firm diagnosis and give you dietary guidelines to follow.

There is a great food intolerance test on the market that I would recommend to anyone who thinks they may be affected by one or several food products.  It takes the guesswork out of figuring out what is causing the problem.

Visit http://www.foodintolerancenews.com

If you find out you do have an intolerance, seek nutrition guidance, as when patients attempt to cut out the offending food group, it can cause malnourishment.  For example, some people avoid dairy products altogether because of their lactose intolerance. Without a good substitute, they risk calcium deficiency.



By: Kimberly Buchanan

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Kimberly Buchanan has been interested and involved in various aspects of the health industry for over 10 years. She has personal experience with food intolerances and allergies as well as experience helping others discover the cause of and cure for their own intolerances, allergies, and other health related ailments (eg vitamin deficiency, weight gain).



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How to Cure IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) – Cure the Cause of IBS

August 5, 2009 by mbelcher · Leave a Comment
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Do you know what really causes irritable bowel syndrome? Well more importantly you’ll find out this and how to cure IBS naturally. Other symptoms of IBS which you may be experiencing include constipation or chronic diarrhea where it seems like you can’t stop going to the washroom. In this article I’ll explain one of the most common causes of IBS and what you can do to get rid of it.

Why do I have IBS?

Many times people will blame genetics or a diet for the sole cause of IBS, although these can definitely be factors, one of the most common causes is something called Candida. Candida is a yeast that lives in approximately 90% of the population. Although its estimated that everyone has some in their body to varying degrees. For many people this is not a problem. The problem however begins when something triggers the yeast to mutate into an aggressive fungal form where it can start causing problems.

The majority of Candida is in the intestines so you will notice that a person who suffers from Candida overgrowth will typically have digestive problems. In fact digestive problems are one of the major symptoms of Candida. These symptoms include bloating, diarrhea, constipation, digestive pain, shooting pain, burning etc. You can see there is a definite connection between this and IBS. IBS happens to be one of many symptoms caused by Candida.

How do you eliminate Candida?

Well there are many levels, the first level of Candida treatment 9/10 will literally eliminate your IBS. The next phase is to treat the deeper underlying conditions that caused the Candida to appear in the first place and finally creating a balance in the body so you will never encounter Candida again.

The Candida diet is ideal for IBS sufferers because it eliminate all the foods that are common irritants or are known to cause allergic reactions in the body.

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Herbal Teas For IBS

August 4, 2009 by mbelcher · Leave a Comment
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Relieving your IBS symptoms can be done with many different treatments. One great option that you may want to consider to alleviate your symptoms is consuming a herbal tea. There are several different teas that you can drink that will help control your IBS symptoms and help to relax you.

Peppermint tea is one type of tea that can be used to help decrease IBS symptoms. This tea is widely available at grocery stores and it can help calm the digestive muscles. Peppermint tea can help relieve muscle spasms that occur in the stomach and colon or any other part of the body. Peppermint is also used to help kill pain so it will help with any stomach pain that you are suffering from.

Fennel tea is another helpful tea for IBS. Fennel is an herbal treatment that is used for digestive problems. This licorice-flavored tea is a favorite of many people as an alternative IBS treatment. The herb has anti-spasmodic properties and it helps to relax the lower digestive tract. Fennel tea does not have caffeine either, which keeps it from being a trigger for IBS symptoms for people who are sensitive to caffeine.

After you find some teas, then you can determine which form of tea you would most prefer. You can find teas that are loose-leafed and pre-packed. Loose-leaf tea is great because you can determine how rich that you want to make the tea. If convenience is more important to you then you will want to choose the pre-packed versions. Any of these versions of tea, whether dried or fresh, are effective at relieving your IBS symptoms. It is entirely your personal choice.

Make sure that any tea that you are thinking of purchasing is natural. You do not want any added ingredients like preservatives or caffeine because they may work to trigger your symptoms. Read the ingredients carefully so that you make sure that it has the right ingredients to help your IBS and that it is natural.

If you have IBS, drinking herbal and natural teas will help your abdominal muscles to relax. They will also help the rest of your body to relax. This is a great way for you to unwind at the end of the day, too. Keeping these teas on hand at work, home, and while on the go will come in handy anytime you need a relief from your IBS symptoms.



By: Sandra Kim Leong

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Got constipation, weight gain, poor energy and bad breath? Need to detox and cleanse? Get free research and special reports by Sandra Kim Leong on detox diets, colon cleansing, liver cleansing and juice fasting here on Detox Cleansing Diet



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The Facts about Food Allergies

March 1, 2009 by mbelcher · Leave a Comment
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Food allergies affect millions of people in the United States alone. Studies show that as many as 24 million Americans suffer from food allergies. This condition strike more children than adults, and it can be dangerous – even deadly. This article discusses food allergies, their signs and symptoms, and their diagnosis and treatment. Read more