Understanding the 10 Most Common Food Allergies
At a Glance: Discover the alarming rise of food allergies, affecting approximately 33 million people in the US alone. Understand telltale symptoms of a food allergy. Learn the 10 most common food allergies. What Are Food Allergies? A food allergy is a serious and potentially life-threatening medical condition affecting 33 million Americans and one in […]
Diagnosis for Food Allergies
At-A-Glance Learn about the diagnosis for food allergies. Understand common diagnostic methods: Skin Prick Test, Blood Test, Oral Food Challenge, and Elimination Diet. Differentiate between a food allergy, food intolerance and food sensitivity. Discover holistic management by nutritionists and healthcare providers, including personalized nutrition plans and ongoing support. Understand the importance of emergency preparedness […]
Friend or Foe? Understanding the Immune System and Allergic Responses
Reviewed by William Epperly, MD of Forum Health Bloomingdale At a Glance: What are the most common allergens. When to test? Top 10 signs and symptoms of sensitivities and allergies. The effects of allergies in the long term and the functional medicine approach to overcome them Learn how a functional and integrative approach to sensitivities […]
Natural Tips and Treatments for Seasonal Allergies
Stop suffering from seasonal allergies! Manage symptoms with these top tips and discover new functional-medicine treatment options. As temperatures rise, so do the amount of potential allergens in the air. Depending on where you are in the country, suffering from seasonal allergies may be taking a serious toll on your health. But managing your allergy […]
Food Allergy vs Food Intolerance: What’s the Difference?
Food allergies affect one in five people (Dr. Axe). They occur as a response in the immune system when the body senses a disagreeable food or protein. This results in a trigger-response as the body tries to protect itself and produces a histamine to fight off the “invader” or problematic food. Once this happens, it […]
Allergy Treatments: Relief from Pollen, Dust, and Mold
By Dr. Bill Epperly of Forum Health Bloomingdale Itchy, watery eyes? Constant sneezing? Congestion and post-nasal drip? You may be allergic to pollen, dust, and/or mold – and we have some easy solutions to help you find relief. In this short video, Dr. Bill Epperly of Advanced Integrative Healthcare in Bloomingdale, IL, shares the […]