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Treating Seasonal Allergies with Functional Medicine BY HELENA AMOS, M.AC. L.AC., EURO. PHYSICIAN Spring officially kicks off with the vernal equinox, taking place this year on March 19. For most people, this is a welcome change after a long, dark and cold winter. But for allergy sufferers, this also means the beginning of drippy noses, sneezing fits, sinus headaches, and oth - er itchy miseries. Spring allergies, also known as seasonal allergies or hay fever, are allergic reactions that occur mainly during the spring season. These allergies are triggered by certain environmental factors, such as pollen from trees, grasses, and flowers. Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to substances that are normally harmless, such as pollen, dust mites, pet dander, or certain foods. In the case of spring allergies, the immune system reacts to the proteins found in the pollen of certain plants. Environmental allergies can also be triggered by other factors common in spring, such as mold spores and insect bites/stings. When a person with allergies is exposed to allergens, their immune system identifies these substances as threats and releases chemicals, such as histamine, to defend against them. Histamine causes inflam - mation and irritation of the affected tissues, leading to the typical al - lergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, and congestion. It’s important to understand why spring allergies happen in order to treat them effectively. The primary mechanism behind them in - volves a series of steps. First is pollen exposure . During the spring season, the air is filled with pollen from various plants. When a person with allergies breathes in this pollen, it can trigger an allergic reaction. This response is known as allergan recognition , i.e., when the im- mune system recognizes the pollen particles as harmful substances and activates an allergic response, prompting the next step: antibody production . The immune system produces specific antibodies called immunoglobulin E (IgE) in response to the pollen allergens. When a person is re-exposed to the allergens, the IgE antibodies bind to cer - tain cells, such as mast cells and basophils, in the body. This binding triggers the release of chemicals , including histamine, from these cells. As a result, inflammation, swelling, and irritation de - velop in the nasal passages, eyes, throat, and other affected areas . This leads to symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy and watery eyes, and sometimes coughing and wheezing. The Role of Leaky Gut Syndrome One of the least understood, and often overlooked, causative fac- tors of low immunity and allergic reaction is leaky gut syndrome, also known as increased intestinal permeability. Leaky gut syndrome is a condition that occurs when the lining of the intestinal walls becomes compromised, or permeable, allowing larger protein molecules, such as undigested food particles, toxins, and bacteria, to pass through and enter the bloodstream. This triggers an immune response, as these substances are recognized as foreign and potentially harmful. The immune system produces antibodies, including immunoglobulin E (IgE), which play a role in allergic reac - tions. The theory is that chronic exposure to these foreign substances in the bloodstream can lead to an overactive immune response, causing the immune system to react to harmless substances, such as pollen, pet dander, or certain foods, as if they were dangerous. This hypersen- sitivity can manifest as allergic symptoms, including itching, sneezing, hives, asthma, and other allergic reactions.
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Dr. Sheri Salartash DDS, MAGD, NMD IBDM, FIAOMT, FIAO, FAAO, FICOI, FAAIP Board of Dental Sleep Medicine Diplomate
703-775-0002 www.dynamicdentalwellness.com care@dynamicdentalwelness.com 20755 Williamsport Place, #300, Ashburn, VA 20147
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