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ALLERGIES Naturopathic Doctors Ontario

Overactivity of the immune system to substances in the internal and / or external environment Antibody response towards Self Environment Foods / Drugs Allergies

Mild to severe Develop over time or immediately following exposure Acute or Chronic Allergic Response

Symptoms Itchy eyes Sneezing / Coughing Fatigue / “Brain fog” Swelling / Rash / Hives Anaphylaxis Diarrhea / IBS Mucus Dark circles “shiners” Hyperactivity / ADHD Symptoms

Common Allergens Pet Dander, Mites, Mold Pollen, Grass Egg, Peanuts, Shellfish Tartrazine Dye Aspartame Food additives Artificial scents Common Allergens

Assessment Naturopathic Doctors look at the complete process of allergic reactions: Individual medical history Family history Lab tests Assessment

Diagnosis Naturopathic Doctors will work with your present medical diagnosis – example: Grass allergy Knowledgeable of possible interactions with medications and natural treatments such as botanicals Guide your individual treatment plan Diagnosis

Treatment Approach Identify allergen Decrease exposure to offending substance e.g. egg allergy - Elimination Diet Decrease inflammation in the body Stabilize mast cells (release histamine) Improve elimination pathways Treatment Approach

Elimination Diet Remove allergen from the diet Heal the gut lining Decrease inflammation Cleanse blood Elimination Diet

Natural Therapies Plant Medicine Liver Function Homeopathic Medicine Immune-modulators Natural Therapies

Prevention Newborns and breastfeeding Antibiotic use Early food introduction Elderly and immune compromised & hospitalizations Family history Prevention

Maintenance Strategies: daily, weekly, monthly and annual to remain healthy How to listen to your symptoms How to take care of your health Maintenance

References National Institute of Medicine: Textbook of Naturopathic Medicine: J. Pizzorno ND and M. Murray ND Canadian Allergy and Immunology Foundation: References

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