allergies

Feb 9 2019

The Benefits of a Medical Information Bracelet

With many Americans living with medical conditions of one type or another, the use of medical information bracelets has started to rise in recent years. Just as an example, 5.5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s Disease. This health condition can cause a person to wander off and become lost, or a person with this disease may not be able to properly communicate with a medical professional. Whether a person is dealing with a debilitating issue or just something controllable, these bracelets can provide others with valuable information in the event of a medical emergency.

What is a Medical Information Bracelet?

These emblems or tags can be worn in the form of a bracelet or necklace. They communicate that the person wearing the item has some sort of medical condition that could require immediate medical attention. This could be cancer, diabetes, epilepsy, Parkinson’s, food allergies, heart conditions, etc. In the event that a person can not communicate what the problem is, the condition will be available for medical personnel to read. This is in addition to other information like the patient’s name, residence, blood type and an emergency contact.

 

What Are the Benefits of Wearing a Medical Information Bracelet?

These bracelets are designed to save lives, reduce the amount of hospital visits that are needed and assist during an emergency. It is always important that a quick diagnosis of a patient is achieved in order to determine the best treatment option. This is a tool to coming up with that diagnosis in a timely manner. Something that is also important includes reducing medical errors. This is something that happens often during the process of admission or discharge. A medical bracelet will be a reminder that can help prevent these mistakes.

There are many ways that a medical information bracelet can benefit a patient. Allowing first responders and healthcare professionals to quickly gather information is imperative towards a positive medical outcome. Not all of these products are created equally. Look for a medical information bracelet that will allow you to include plenty of information. It should also be quite durable so it can withstand being worn on a daily basis.

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Jan 1 2017

Peanut Allergy Symptoms

If your around my age you probably rarely heard about peanut allergies growing up, unfortunately allergies to peanuts have become one of the fastest growing allergies in the last 30 years. There are more deaths in the United States from peanuts allergies every year than from any other allergy. The peanut is unique as it is not a nut but rather a member of the legumes family which includes, pea and beans. The allergy is generally caused by vicilin a protein in the peanut.

Peanut Allergy Symptoms

  1. Swollen throat or face
  2. Runny nose
  3. Shortness of breath
  4. Tightness in chest or throat
  5. Vomiting
  6. Rapid Heartbeat
  7. Hives or skin rash

What To Do About Peanut Allergies

There is no cure for peanut allergies so the best thing to prevent outbreaks is avoidance. This is not always easy to do for those who are highly allergic. Most food companies are better about listing foods that can include trace elements of peanuts now. Some minor symptoms can be treated with over the counter medication or you may want to try some herbal allergy remedies. The worst cases of peanut allergies involve anaphylactic shock which must be treated with a injection of epinephrine right away. It is recommended that children under 2 not be given peanuts because they are not able to communicate symptoms.

Hypoallergenic Peanuts

The biggest problem with peanuts is that they are a very cheap source of protein used in lunches by many moms. There are very few alternative sources of cheap protein like peanut butter. Research is being done to develop a hypoallergenic peanut or allergy free peanut. There are over 14,000 types of peanuts and research is centered on either finding those that do not contain the proteins that cause allergies or genetically altering the peanut and taking out the protein. Scientist are also trying to develop better drugs to combat peanut reactions.

Vitamins For Peanut Allergies

  • Zinc-Inhibits the release of histamine
  • Vitamin C-Reduces histamine
  • B5 —Reduces mucous
  • B3 —Slows histamine release

Disclaimer: NaturalAllergyCures.net does not claim to cure or diagnose any disease. Any content is provided for informational purposes, most alternative remedies have very little clinical research behind them. Always see your doctor before trying any alternative or exercise program Some alternatives may be used to compliment traditional treatment. Remember the best natural allergy cure is avoidance and learning how to spot hidden exposure.

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Nov 23 2016

Insects That Can Cause Allergies

Not only is spring the time of year people start to worry about spring seasonal allergies but its also the time of year that those pesky insects make their return and invade your backyard BBQ or picnic. There are a number of insects that can cause allergies from stinging or biting, the most common are bubble bees, wasps and fire ants.

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Bubble Bees

Bubble bee stings can of course be dangerous to those allergic but luckily the bubble bee is not aggressive and most likely won’t attack unless it feels the need to defend itself. Bubble bees and honey bees are attracted to bright flower like colors, food (specially scents) and water. They will leave behind their stinger after stinging and can only sting once as they die after stinging.

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Wasps, Hornets and Yellow Jackets

These speices tend to be more aggressive than the bubble bee and can sting multiple times leaving no stinger behind. You can find them nesting in and around wooded structures as well as eaves of houses. They are attracted more to sweet things like sugar or your can of soda pop on the picnic table.

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Fire Ants

Fire ants were accidentally imported from South America and are quickly becoming a problem as they have spread through much of the United States. The ants live in mounds and can be very aggressive attacking and stinging 6-8 times even if not provoked. The sting can be very painful so shoes are a good idea even if you are not allergic to their bites.

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Nov 4 2014

Combat Medical Issues with the Nutrition Institute

For those seeking guidance on medical challenges like Alzheimer’s disease, autoimmune disorders and other issues the Nutrition Institute has a number of resources. Learn more here about the importance of the food everyone eats in the body’s proper maintenance. Dr. Bruce Semon has researched nutrition’s benefits as well as the downsides of certain elements like Candida yeast.

Articles here also cover topics such as digestive problems, autism and cancer. Other topics include skin problems, yeast infections and allergies. You can also read about the surprising effects cottonseed and yeast has on the body. In addition, Dr. Semon has authored several books on these topics, which are available for purchase. These books give the details of the anti-yeast diet that has proven useful for many of his patients over the years.

See the recipe section for ideas for main dishes, side dishes and soups that follow the institutes’s guidelines. You can even find yeast-free dessert and bread recipes. These recipes are examples of delicious nutrition that can be found in Dr. Semon’s books.

The Nutrition Institute can provide you with helpful articles and recipes for a range of medical problems. Dr. Semon’s articles and books are an informative perspective on ways to combat debilitating conditions.

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