How to relieve allergy symptoms?
Around 20% of the world's population struggles with some form of allergy. They can appear at any age and are caused by a variety of genetic and environmental factors. Although allergies most often develop in childhood, adults can also develop them.
What is an allergy?
Allergy means immune system reaction to normally harmless substances that do not cause a reaction in most people. Some allergies occur seasonally, while others last all year round. Some people have very mild allergy symptoms, while for others allergies can cause life-threatening reactions.
There are ten most common allergens: food, animals, pollen, mold, dust, medications, latex, insect bites, cockroaches, and perfumes or household chemicalsInterestingly, just eight foods are responsible for over 90% of food allergies: eggs, milk, peanuts, soy, wheat, fish, tree nuts, and shellfish.
Genetic predisposition is the main cause of allergies. For example, a child whose parents are both allergic has a 60 to 801% chance of also becoming allergic. Other environmental factors, such as stress, can also trigger the development of allergies.
How to recognize allergies?
There are several most common allergy symptoms:
- sneezing and itchy, runny or stuffy nose, most often with hay fever
- itchy, red, watery eyes
- chest tightness, difficulty breathing and coughing
- a red, itchy rash, most common in hives
- swollen lips, tongue, eyes, or face
- abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
- dry, red and cracked skin
Symptoms, of course, depend on the type of allergen to which the person is sensitive and how they came into contact with the allergen – through the respiratory system, digestive system, skin, etc. In very rare cases, an allergy leads to anaphylactic shock, a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening.
How can Apimel help?
First of all, it is important to know that allergies are best controlled by avoiding allergens. Apimel has several products in its line that can help control allergies, but also alleviate symptoms once an allergy has already occurred.
Apimel Proimunal ALER-GO-HELP ampoules help against the discomfort associated with itchy nose and throat, and watery eyes that are common in spring, as well as during physical performance. They contain an exclusive combination of herbal concentrates, such as capers, olive leaf, black currant, ginseng, curry plant and resveratrol. They come in a pack of 20 ampoules that are suitable for a single dose for drinking.
Apimel Excelsa is a blend of honey and natural ingredients such as young juniper shoots, aniseed fruits, and thyme leaves and flowers, which together make breathing easier and relieve respiratory diseases. This product is recommended for people who struggle with asthma, which often occurs in combination with allergies. Skin or food allergies, as well as substances that trigger hay fever symptoms such as pollen, dust mites, and pet dander, can also cause asthma symptoms.
Apimel propolis throat lozenges They are ideal for treating allergy symptoms such as dry throat and cough, and can also help relieve throat tightness. They contain as much as 66 mg of high-quality propolis per lozenge, and effectively soothe the throat and relieve pain.
When it comes to allergic reactions visible on the skin, we recommend Apimel bee ointment which helps with redness, itching, and dryness of the skin. Its ingredients nourish and soften the skin, and it shows surprising effects on stubborn lichen, neurodermatitis, herpes, and other skin problems.
*It is important to note that products containing honey should never be used in case of allergy to honey and a doctor should be consulted before consumption.
Apimel products can be found in certain health food stores, pharmacies, DM stores, and also on our website. web shop.
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