How to Treat Allergies Naturally
Aug 05, 2024
Allergies are not what you may think. The watering eyes, the constant sneezing. You think your child must be sensitive to something in the environment. But then, why don’t all kiddos have the same allergic reaction? The presence of chronic allergies can tell us a lot about the FULL picture of a child’s health. It goes far beyond JUST seeing the communication of allergies.
So What Causes Allergies to Develop?
Fully understanding every mechanism as to how allergies unfold could be very complex, involving conversion about mineral status, toxicity and the immune system. But there are really simple things to consider too!
Mineral Imbalances and Stress Response
From a mineral perspective, I often see allergies in kiddos who have imbalances with the electrolytes that the body uses the most -- sodium and potassium. They show up with a Hair Test Mineral Analysis (HTMA).
When a kiddo needs a potassium boost relative to sodium, there is often an imbalance in levels of adrenaline and cortisol. This is a proinflammatory state that can disrupt the immune system and increase the risk of allergies (among other inflammatory body communications).
When a kiddo needs a sodium boost relative to potassium, the body is not able to properly respond to stress -- and this is what leads to an increased risk of allergies. This state goes hand-in-hand with weakened adrenals, fatigue, chronic stress, blood sugar imbalances, and emotional issues like frustration, hostility, and resentment. These factors can ALL contribute to the development of allergies.
Distilled down, a compromised stress response = a compromised immune system = allergies.
Could years of allergies really be as simple as offering a sodium or potassium boost?
How to Support the Body Through Allergy Communication
Sometimes it is exactly what the body needs to find traction for the next steps! Start here with these offerings:
-Redmond’s Sea Salt – leave a dish out for kids to intuitively grab a pinch as needed
-Redmond’s ReLyte – an electrolyte drink rich in sodium and potassium
-Coconut water – offers a big potassium boost
-FEMfusion – contains nettle which is rich in potassium and modulates allergic response. The herbs in FEMfusion are mineralizing, but also support a healthy stress response.
Of course, the cause of allergies can be deeper and more complex
But often, a simple place to start is adding a pinch of real salt in your kiddo’s water - consistently!
This is the deeper work that we do inside of Fiercely Empowered Mama (FEM). We can look at your child’s HTMA and determine the ratios of minerals and design a custom protocol for their specific health story.
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