Entries by manager@naturalallergytreatment.com.au

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Oxalate Sensitivity

Healthy digestive systems can handle oxalates so that they pass through the digestive tract unabsorbed. However, people with digestive issues, such as leaky gut, are unable to handle oxalates, which can result in oxalate sensitivity.   What are oxalates? The role of oxalates is to provide protection for plants against predators – everything from harmful […]

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TCS Withdrawal & Red Skin Syndrome

Topical corticosteroids (TCS) are commonly prescribed to treat atopic dermatitis when other treatments fail. But they’re often used too often (or for too long), which can result in topical steroid withdrawal (also known as ‘red skin syndrome’). Synthetic cortisone medications (corticosteroids) simulate cortisol, a naturally occurring, anti-inflammatory hormone produced by the adrenal glands. The production […]

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Latex Cross Reactive Foods

When you have a latex allergy foods can also trigger symptoms, known as latex cross reactive foods. What is natural rubber latex? Natural rubber latex is made from the sap produced by the Hevea Brasiliensis tree and is refined to manufacture products such as: Bandages Baby bottle teats/dummies Rubber bands Clothing elastic Rubber toys Rubber […]

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Behavioural issues in kids: What to look out for, causes and solutions

Children’s behaviour can be disruptive, even painful, at times. They may arise due to temporary stressors in a child’s life (like changing schools); however, they may also be a sign of more long-term behavioural disorders such as ADHD or conduct disorder. Left untreated, behavioural disorders may lead to problems in adulthood, such as substance abuse […]