EPISODE 112: Why You Have Allergies

Allergies can be a frustrating and disruptive part of our lives, and they occur when the immune system overreacts to substances in the environment that are typically harmless. In today's episode, Joel and Emily dive into the fascinating world of allergies—what they are, why they occur, and how to effectively deal with them. By identifying triggers, using medications, considering immunotherapy, adopting lifestyle modifications, and seeking professional advice, it is possible to manage allergies and minimize their impact on daily life effectively.

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SHOW NOTES: 

02:05 - Part 1: What are Allergies?

03:04 - Any response from your immune system from a “foreign invader”

Seasonal

Environmental allergies

Food

Mast Cell Activation/histamine intolerance

05:38 - Physical signs 

Itching

Hives

Throat tightness

Hypotension

Rapid heart rate

Palpitations

Anxiety

Runny nose

Headaches migraine

Fatigue 

Confusion

Digestive upset and heartburn

Asthma

06:05 - Typical treatments - suppress immune function

Inhaler

Steroid shots

medications

11:13 - Part 2: Why we have allergies or high histamine (or MCA)

Immune dysfunction

Gut issues

Stress

HPA axis dysregulation (too much stress) 

Refined foods

Low fiber

Low probiotic

Dysbiosis, fungal overgrowth, h.pylori (infections), 

Methylation issues

Genetic reasons to not break down histamine

Hygiene Hypothesis - decrease in exposure leading to a weakened immune system

Environmental - mold, chemical exposure, air pollution

Chronic poor sleep / Circadian Rhythm / light exposure (affects all our cells) 

22:45 - Part 3: How to help reduce allergies?

Gut health - manage stress, sleep, exercise, and quality foods

Figure out the triggers, then remove triggers and let them heal

See if you have a histamine intolerance, and proceed from there (diet/protocol or practitioner)

See a practitioner for gut issues like SIBO or fungal or parasitic imbalances

Exposure to microbes - dirt, animals, raw milk

25:13 - Avoid:

Cleaning too much

Antibiotics

Low-fiber diets in the long term

Seed oils, sugar, dairy, and gluten - are all things to disrupt gut health

28:04 - Foods to have

Prebiotics

Probiotics

Local honey

Bone broth/gelatin/collagen

34:57 - Part 4: Top 3 tips to reduce allergies

Prioritize sleep and manage stress

Figure out gut triggers

Quality foods and a variety of foods

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