1. A.Vogel Allergy Formula Shaye Hughes SA Natural Products (Pty) Ltd Pioneer in Natural Health Since 1923

2. What is an allergy? Allergies are hypersensitive immune responses to substances that either enter or come in contact with the body. A substance that causes an allergic reaction is called an "allergen“ An Allergy can be mild to severe

3. The immunes response

4. What is an allergy? It is the release of HISTAMINE that causes the symptoms of an Allergy Histamine is a natural substance produced by the body and is also present in many foods. It is released by the body during times of stress and allergy Histamine causes dilation of small blood vessels inflammatory response Histamine also causes constriction of smooth muscle asthma Histamine stimulates mucous production

5. Types of allergies ENVIRONMEN TAL

6. Symptoms of environmental allergy Itchiness Runny nose Congestion Eczema Hives Asthma attack Allergic rhinitis

7. Types of allergies Food allergies –A food allergy vs food intolerance Symptoms of food allergies –Skin rashes –Diarrhea –Vomiting –Deadly anaphylactic shock

8. Types of allergies Medication allergies –It is an allergic reaction when the immune system perceives the medication as an intruder Symptoms of medication allergies –Hives or rashes –Congestion –Digestive problems –Severe respiratory constriction

9. Types of allergies Contact allergies –Triggered from a contact with the skin to an allergen such as latex, nickel or poison ivy Symptoms of contact allergies –Symptoms can show up as late as a day or two after contact –A burning, itchy rash

10. Did you know? Its not animal hair that you are Allergic to Its predominately animal dander, saliva or urine Cat allergies are twice as common as dog allergies 50% of homes have at least 6 detectable allergens present In the U.K 64 million work days are lost because of allergies

11. Allopathic treatment Antihistamine –Blocking the release of histamine Decongestants –Shrinking swollen nasal tissues Steroids –Controlling inflammation and stopping allergic reactions Topical creams or skin ointments

12. Side effects of allopathic treatment Dry mouth Drowsiness Dizziness Nausea and vomiting Restlessness or moodiness (in some children) Trouble urinating or not being able to urinate Blurred vision Confusion

13. Nature has an answer! A.Vogel Allergy Formula A homeopathic solution to allergiesA homeopathic solution to allergies Relief of minor allergic conditionsRelief of minor allergic conditions Itchy red eyesItchy red eyes Itchy noseItchy nose Itchy throatItchy throat Seasonal allergies of upper respiratory system and skin allergiesSeasonal allergies of upper respiratory system and skin allergies

14. Ingredients and their action IngredientCommon nameAction Grindelia SquarrosaCurly-top GumweedHelps promote the expectoration of mucus Cimicifuga RacemosaBlack CohoshHelps counteract sensitivity to changes in the weather often associated with hay fever Paloondo Galphimia Luffa Aralia Racemosa Creosote Bush A genus in the Malpighiaceae A genus of tropical and subtropical vines American Spikenard Counteracts the symptoms of hayfever Hydrocotyle Asiatica Calcium Carbonate Hahnemanni Hydrocotyle Calcium Carbonate Effective in the treatment skin allergies Harpagophytum Procumbens Echinacea purpurea Devils Claw Purple Coneflower Counteract allergies

15. Dosage Adults: –Take 10 drops in a little water –3 - 5 times daily –half an hour before eating Acute cases: –Take 20 drops hourly as above Children: –2 - 6 years: 5 drops 3 times daily –6 - 12 years: 10 drops 3 times daily

16. Dosage A.Vogel Allergy Formula Anti-Histamine without the side effects!!!Anti-Histamine without the side effects!!! All allergies indicate a deeper imbalance of the immune responseAll allergies indicate a deeper imbalance of the immune response

17. Supporting products from SANP Echinaforce Molkosan Bio-Strath

18. Thank you! Presenter SA Natural Products (Pty) Ltd Pioneer in Natural Health Since 1923