Allergies
Allergies come in all different forms, from seasonal allergies to an overactive antihistamine response, to food allergies. Allergies can also vary in severity from a small nose run to anaphylactic shock. Many people with allergies feel like they have to take over-the-counter medication the rest of their life and it can feel like a life sentence. However, there are several functional medicine approaches to help effectively manage and even reverse allergic reactions.
Seasonal Allergies
Seasonal allergies, often triggered by pollen, can disrupt one’s well-being, but functional medicine treatments offer a comprehensive approach to relief. Dr. Washatka addresses allergies by considering the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and environment.
Dietary changes are pivotal; incorporating anti-inflammatory foods like turmeric and local honey can alleviate symptoms. Herbal remedies can act as natural antihistamines, reducing sneezing and congestion. Stress management is extremely important as well. Many times allergies can be triggered by additional and unusual stress on the body and mind. Using stress management techniques can be crucial in order to manage allergies.
Allergic Reactions
An overactive antihistamine response, often seen in individuals with allergies, can lead to excessive inflammation, itching, and discomfort. From a functional medicine perspective, addressing this issue involves not only alleviating symptoms but also addressing root causes.
Diet plays a crucial role; an anti-inflammatory diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids can help regulate histamine levels. Natural supplements like vitamin C can act as histamine stabilizers. Stress management techniques can reduce the body’s reactivity as well.
Here at Dr. In Washatka’s office, we emphasize gut health, as it plays a pivotal role in immune regulation. Probiotics and gut-healing foods aid in rebalancing the immune response. By adopting a functional approach, individuals can find sustainable relief and reduce dependency on antihistamine medications.
Furthermore, we emphasize environmental factors. Detoxifying living spaces and using air purifiers can reduce allergen exposure.
Food Allergies
An overactive antihistamine response, often seen in individuals with allergies, can lead to excessive inflammation, itching, and discomfort. From a functional medicine perspective, addressing this issue involves not only alleviating symptoms but also addressing root causes.
Diet plays a crucial role; an anti-inflammatory diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids can help regulate histamine levels. Natural supplements like vitamin C can act as histamine stabilizers. Stress management techniques can reduce the body’s reactivity as well.
Here at Dr. In Washatka’s office, we emphasize gut health, as it plays a pivotal role in immune regulation. Probiotics and gut-healing foods aid in rebalancing the immune response. By adopting a functional approach, individuals can find sustainable relief and reduce dependency on antihistamine medications.
Furthermore, we emphasize environmental factors. Detoxifying living spaces and using air purifiers can reduce allergen exposure.
Contact Us Today
Dr. Washatka has years of experience as an Osteopathic doctor and has helped hundreds of patients manage their allergies. Our focus here at Dr. Washatka’s office is to help people find solutions to their medical needs that are manageable and can be implemented on a regular basis. We treat each patient as an individual and take several factors into consideration before we make any treatment plan. We take the time to hear our patients’ concerns and goals. This helps us create an allergy management or treatment plan that works best for our patients. If you experience acute or chronic allergies, whether it’s seasonal, food, or an overactive antihistamine response, contact us today to schedule an appointment. We use cutting-edge technology and services that can help us begin to diagnose the problem and come up with a treatment plan that is appropriate for you.
Send all further questions to contact@drwashatka.com.