WHAT CAUSES SINUS CONDITIONS?

Sinus conditions may be a result of cumulative exposure to foreign particles that develop as a person is repeatedly exposed to the particles to which they are sensitive. The offending particles may be in the air and the food. If a person is sensitive to something that they are always around, like dust, then they have less capacity to withstand new foreign particles such as seasonal pollen. The most common offending particles are dust, bugs, molds, feathers and animal fur. Foods that people are commonly most sensitive to include wheat, dairy, corn, soy, chocolate, shellfish and artificial food additives.

WHAT IS IN ALLERGY FORMULA ?

Dr. Harris' Original Allergy Formula is a unique combination of all-natural plant enzymes and herbs extracted from botanicals by a special process. The plant enzymes Protease, Amylase, Lipase and Cellulase are able to break down a wide range of substances. A synergistic blend of herbs including Licorice, Sida Cordifolia, Fenugreek, Thyme, Mullein and Yerba Santa help support airway membranes essential for breathing. Sida Cordifolia, also known as Bala, is an ancient Ayurvedic herb associated with strength and energy; Methionine is an amino acid useful in the detoxification process.

HOW DOES ALLERGY FORMULA WORK?

The enzymes in Allergy Formula act in three ways to promote the body's response to typical foreign particles. First, enzymes help the body to clear congestion and restore normal breathing by dissolving mucous, second the enzymes support the body's clearance of foreign particles, and third they break down the immune signal units. Licorice root is soothing and helps to promote easy breathing. Sida Cordifolia helps open airways and supports the drainage of mucus. Fenugreek, Thyme, Mullein and Yerba Santa are breathing support herbs which soothe the soft membranes of the airway, and open the upper respiratory system.

HOW IS THE BODY AFFECTED BY FOREIGN PARTICLES?

Certain foreign particles, often found in the air we breathe, are usually not irritating to most people. A person may, at any time, become sensitive to any foreign particle found in the air, food, water, or in contact with the skin. There are circulating units in the body which signal the immune system to protect the body from this perceived invasion or toxicity. These units become sensitized to the foreign particle and will signal an immune response each time they are exposed.

WHO GETS NOSE AND SINUS PROBLEMS?

Almost half of the population has sinus problems and all age groups of people are affected. We can be sensitive to almost anything we breathe, eat, drink and touch. The problems usually start during childhood and can change with age often getting worse. Some people are simply more sensitive to foreign particles than others.

WHAT ARE SINUS CONDITIONS?

The nose drips with mucous and is red and itchy. The eyes become irritated, red, itchy and watery. There may also be dark circles under the eyes. The sinuses become congested and may ache with pressure leading to headaches. Sneezing is the body's attempt to eject foreign particles during breathing. Other sinus conditions include snoring, fatigue depression and moodiness.

HOW CAN YOU MAINTAIN NORMAL BREATHING?

To maintain normal breathing, decrease exposure to as many common foreign particles as possible. Bedrooms, carpets and ventilation ducts are the places where most dust, bugs, molds, feathers and fur accumulate. The common food sensitivities may be avoided in a systematic rotational manner to observe symptom changes. Children are often sensitive to foods commonly consumed in the morning such as milk or certain grains found in cereals or bread.