Allergies

When your body recognises a substance that’s harmful (often an every-day substance) it mounts an antibody attack. If there is a reaction but no antibody response, this is known as an intolerance.

A part of you may be affected, perhaps your respiratory system (e.g. asthma, rhinitis, hay fever), your skin (e.g. eczema, hives), your digestive system (e.g. cramps, diarrhoea, constipation, IBS), or your joints (e.g. swelling or stiffness).

The trigger could be something in your environment that you’ve touched or inhaled or something you have eaten; there may be a genetic element; and your emotions can significantly affect how you respond.

Relieving what has caused your allergy or intolerance entails targeting and avoiding the trigger (if you do not already know what it is) and enhancing your immunity and overall health.

Viveka may help your allergy with one of a number of complementary therapies, such as homeopathy, nutrition or acupuncture.