If you are allergic to something, your body basically treats it like a foreign body and attacks it as part of the immune response with histamine, hence the remedy of giving anti-histamine
to subdue the effects caused by an over zealous histamine reaction.

Over the years, I have found several things that help. First of all, work out what it is that you are allergic or intolerant to. One way is by Kinesiology, or muscle testing, whereby if your muscle becomes weakened then the substance being tested is not good for you (go to
www.kinesiologyfederation.co.uk for more information). Or make an apopintment with Dr Stossier (although not cheap).
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The other way is to try to ‘treat’ the allergy. Homeopathic treatment may
take a while to get to the root of the issue, so in the meantime several remedies are good for reducing symptoms.

MY TOP THREE ARE: Euphrasia – eye bright, used homeopathically or herbally as drops, excellent for any eye-related symptoms; Wyethia – homeopathic remedy for itchy pallet, mouth and nose; Allium cepa – red onion for streaming eyes and runny nose.

Nutritionally, many foods contain histamine, which is created as food decays, so avoid smoked meats, aged cheeses and processed food. Certain minerals and vitamins are essential for efficient histamine metabolism like zinc, calcium, vitamins B6 and C. Fresh fruit and vegetables are crucial – some contain Quercetin, which is thought to be anti-inflammatory and anti-histamine, also available as a supplement (by Viridian). Dr Stossier also has a great anti-histamine supplement. While we’re on the gut, keep an eye on parasites. If your body is battling against worms, it is less able to sort out the histamine!
Sof McVeigh is a West London homeopath specialising in women and children.
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