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NUCCA Chiropractic and AllergiesHow the NUCCA Chiropractic Method Can Help YouThe most common immune system disorder is the allergy that occurs when the immune system overreacts to an allergen (dust, pollen, milk, dog or cat dander, strawberries, etc.) and the body produces too many neutralizing chemicals (especially histamines) in response. Allergies are a very common problem, affecting at least 2 out of every 10 Americans. There is increasing evidence that the cause of allergies is childhood vaccinations; they cause immune system hypersensitivity. [Childhood vaccinations are responsible for] allergies and immune system abnormalities: food allergies (wheat and milk especially), arthritis, lupus, celiac disease, pernicious anemia.... Respiratory problems: asthma and SIDS (due to vagus nerve palsy). Medical ApproachTraditional medicine has no cure for allergies, only treatment of symptoms. Since many allergy symptoms–runny eyes, irritation, redness, fullness in the sinuses and others–are caused by histamines, antihistamines are often prescribed to dry mucous membranes. However, antihistamines can cause heart problems and should not be used with alcohol, sedatives or tranquilizers. The NUCCA ApproachRead testimonials from real patients, on how NUCCA Chiropractic helped them! » Allergy sufferers have praised chiropractic care for over a century. The goal of chiropractic care is to locate and correct the spinal misalignment–a serious nervous system stress. Dr. Friedman has found an interesting correlation to an upper neck misalignment and allergies, asthma, TMJ and headaches. NUCCA Chiropractic enables the immune system to function more effectively, something all allergy sufferers need since a nervous system with less stress functions more efficiently. In NUCCA care, specific imaging studies of the cervical (upper neck) region are taken to locate a misalignment of the vertebrae. If a misalignment has been found, very specific, gentle adjustments are made, by hand, to correct the misaligned vertebrae in the neck. After the adjustments have been made, follow-up imaging studies are taken to confirm a successful spinal correction. Dr. Friedman's Notes About Allergies & ChiropracticWhile anti–histamines (both prescription and non-prescription) have helped to reduce the severity of some allergy symptoms, these are not without side-effects, especially in children whose allergies may be treated with a lifetime of medication, and do nothing to resolve the cause of the allergies, but merely reduce to symptom severity. For this reason, natural alternatives to anti-histamine medication should be pursued. Because allergies are caused by an improper immune response, reducing allergies requires improving the health of the immune system. There are several ways to help accomplish this: Nutrition is vitally important for a properly functioning immune system. Without the essential nutrients, the body cannot produce the cells need for immune function, and allergies are a good example of a sputtering immune system. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Drink more water. Get more complex carbohydrates and essential fatty acids into your diet by eating whole grains and fresh fish. It is important to note that even food can be a source of allergies. If you find this to be the case, consider supplementing your improved diet with vitamins and minerals. Exercise is also helpful is boosting immune function. The activity of aerobic exercise helps to stimulate proper immune cells (Igg), and suppress histamine-producing immune cells (Ige). One of the best ways to improve immune system function is to improve nervous system function. Because the nervous system regulates the immune system, a properly functioning nervous system is better able to coordinated immune cell activity. Chiropractic adjustments have helped many allergy sufferers by improving the health of the nervous system. By improving your overall health through diet, exercise, and chiropractic adjustments a healthier you may mean an allergy-free you. Source: (Iowa Chiropractic Association) Research: Call 404.459.6603 for your appointment with our Atlanta Chiropractors today! |