Rise of Asthma and Allergies

In recent years, asthma and allergies have increased in their prevalence in the US, as reported by MSNBC. Media outlets advertise any number of pharmaceutical solutions to alleviate these symptoms. However, the question arises as to the reason for this dramatic increase in these conditions, but the answer to this may come from our persistent exposure to varying levels of countless chemicals and pollutants in our environment. In essence we live in a chemical soup, one constantly challenging our immune system. 


In this context, our bodies undoubtedly have to work harder to combat these subtle and not so subtle chemical irritants. This job falls to our immune system, and thus it makes sense that we could develop sensitivities and over-reactivity to various substances, as our system gets stressed over time. Thus, even substances that may not cause any reaction to a healthy immune system now bring about an allergic reaction. While the use of medication may be beneficial, without attempting to address the underlying issues will only exacerbate the problem over time, as most medicine only covers up the symptoms. 


So what’s the best way to this? By removing, shifting and changing your life to make it as natural as possible. Then you can follow good health habits: a whole foods diet, regular exercise, ongoing stress reduction and use of regular and alternative health professionals to facilitate your health and wellness. If you have asthma and allergies you may notice a decrease in your symptoms over time; as your immune system strengthens some substances you were allergic to now will no longer trigger such responses. Of course, these changes may not eliminate all your allergies, but most importantly, as they follow proven principles of wellness they have no downside. So what can you do today to reduce your allergies?