Seeking Advice on Alternative Treatments of Allergies and Asthma

J.,

We have been seeing Dr. Harry Hong in Hoffman Estates for food allergies/intolerances and seasonal allergies. He does a mix of NAET - and BioSet and homeopathy. So far it seems to be helping.

I can't find his number - but his website is www.harryhong.com.

M.

Hi J., I can recommend Dr Tom Locke 1-###-###-####
Thanks to him my daughter has been allergy free since Nov. 2007!

Hi J.-

There are a couple of things that you can try to help eliminate some of the issues that you are dealing with. First of all-your children's allergies usually have two main culprits-yeast and dairy-while these may and often do not show up on an allergy test they are the main aggravators. Yeast overgrowth is caused by antibiotics, vaccines, processed foods and sugars; just to name a few.

You need to get them on a really good probiotic and it needs to contain the 2 kinds of good flora-it will say that on the bottle. There are many products out there-American health, natures way and you can get them in chewable yummy wafers or a tasty liquid.

The next thing you have to reduced or eliminate (I would say eliminate completely) is the dairy. You can choose almond milk or rice milk as a substitute and these are very tasty as well. I suffered from allergies (hayfever) for years and until I found out that I HAD to cut out dairy, my allergies finally subside and have been allergy free ever since. Dairy is a mucus forming food and the body can not digest it. Cows milk is made for baby cows not for human consumption. Gluten is also another item that is very hard for Americans to digest but 90% of the time the dairy is the trigger for allergies and asthma.

I have some more information and websites. This is just a small portion of the information. I am really glad that you are trying to steer clear of the steroids.

You have to adjust the eating regimen and get the children's pH level up and more alkaline (Most people are much to acidic, even our children).

Your son's asthma-first what do you clean with?? Do you burn candles, do you have the artificial smelly stuff like a glade plug ins?? Do you use anything like febreeze or lysol? How about pledge? I could go on a bit longer, but if you want more info email me at ____@____.com really is a few changes.

T.

I have a set of questions, not any answer. Can anyone update on how Dr. Heather Wisniewski's and Dr. Harry Hong's treatment went? Also Dr. Tom Locke's number is out of service. Is he a Chiropractor and how can I get his contact info. Lastly, does Dr. Boxer follow Dr. Rapp's methods or any other holistic approach?
Regards,
A.

J. - your story hits so close to home for me. I worked for four years to help my daughter reduce her allergy and asthma symptoms, and with much success. I did this too, alone, as I'm divorced and her father doesn't believe she has allergies, asthma, etc. In other words, what I did was only part-time (as she's with her dad often) - and the good news is it still worked.

** Also, I should note I'm in my 40s. When I was 5 yrs old, my parents were told I was a mess (alergic to everything, needing shots, having asthma, etc.) Basically, I'd need to live in a bubble. My mom was amazinging unconventional for that time and tried something - she had me go to a chiropractor for treatments. I went 2x a week for six months. Today, I have no astma (I run, play sports, bike, etc.) I rarely get sick and have no allergies around animals, food, etc. That certainly put me on a different path to help my daughter - here's more...

First, I contacted Dr. Boxer, an incredible pediatric allergist in Skokie. I have no idea if he is still around. There may be others in Illinois. I used Dr. Rapp's website - she's amazing too - to find such resources. Anyway, here's the method of treatment that has worked wonders for my daughter (now 8 yrs old)

- Naprapathic treatment. Unlike chiropractors, these folks loosen and adjust muscles, no cracking or snapping. I had my child visit a few times and they are able to open up her lungs, etc. It's amazing. I go to the Francis/Dudek group in Harwood Hgts, IL

- I also give my daugher a vibrator treatment on her back when I see the onset of a hard time. (You can get these fun vibrators at CVS, Walgreens.)It relaxes the back muscles and opens up the lungs. I'm told that when the allergies kick-in with the coughing, we constrict our back which constricts our lungs. By relaxing the back muscles, the lungs open up even more - allowing more air in, etc. This works!

- I've boosted her immune system with Colostrum and Vitamin C. I also give her childrens Allergy relief by NatraBio (whole foods, Mertz) and the homeopathic tablets from Boiron (the ones for stuffy nose, coughing, etc.) I also rub vicks on the bottom of her feet - really - and it reduces the coughing that accompanies allergies.

- Finally, I've learned that allergies can also be set off by stress. Well, that one I deal with in numerous ways!

I hope this is helpful.

Hi, my daughter has/had asthma, actually RAD reactive Airway Disease, and one way we controlled it was by monitoring her surroundings. We moved to a house with radiator heat (gas forced air & central heat are the worst for asthma, because of all the dust thats stirred up in the vents), all hardwood floors - no carpet (area rugs are fine, just clean them every other month), always open the windows when using solvents or cleaners, "free" detergent & fabric softener - although now I use vinegar for softening , it works better & is cheaper. No dryer sheets - they leave a film on clothes. Gentle neutral body soap - like Pears. Light fabric curtains that need to be washed every month, if you have blinds, nake sure you take them down & soak in bleach every few months. And of course keeping her away from cigarette smoke.

Before I made those changes, she was on a nebulizer 4X a day, plus taking steroids. Since the changes, she hasn;t needed even an inhaler for 2 years. She is now almost 8.

I know these are difficult changes, but they are worth it!

Good luck :)

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hope this helps some
H.

Using a combination of bee pollen & echinacea with goldenseal resolved our allergies. The bee pollen should be local & we found it at Whole Foods. Use liquid echinacea as it is the most potent form.
Wishing you & your family wellness!

I know a great doctor in Naperville. His name is Dr. Gelband. His office is at 603 E Diehl (near Diehl and Washington) and the phone number is ###-###-####. The website is www.drrichardgelband.com. I had allergies for the first time this spring and he gave me a natural remedy and I felt better in less than a half hour. It was amazing. It is completely non-invasive (no needles) and natural (no drugs, only supplements and such). Plus, he will treat you (or your children) to get rid of the allergic reaction.
J.

BioAllers makes homeopathic allergy drops that you place under the tongue. They work like allergy shots--you get a bit of what it is you're allergic to and over time the symptoms ease. They are available at Whole Foods and health food stores. They have been very effective for me, less so for my son who isn't consistent in using them. Two cautions--the drops are specific for the various allergens, so you need to know what you are allergic to to get the right formula, and, like allergy shots, this treatment takes time to build up the immune system. It is not designed for symptomatic relief. Good luck!

I have allergies, and what worked for me last spring was to make sure I dusted and vacumed often, and to I didn't use my air conditioner all summer and that help, though on days that we had company, I did turn it on for them. Besides not turning it on you can replace all the air filters in the house and air conditioner. I also use a netty pot, which could be hard to teach a child to use. but when the direction are fallowed helps keep my sinuses feeling clear and clean. hope this helps
R.

Hi J.,

Building up the immune system and eliminating chemicals from the home are strategies that seem to be the keys. Allergies and asthma are 2 big reasons why people investigate Shaklee products. Because the products are free of preservatives, artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors or any other artificial ingredients, they are especially valued by individuals with allergies. We have many success stories within our own personal group. I would be happy to provide information on which products seem to be the most beneficial for people if you contact me. It's an approach where you use the Shaklee household products and Air Source 3000 to eliminate toxins and Shaklee's nutritional supplements to bolster the immune system. The products are guaranteed 100%, so you can return them if you are not fully satisfied.

Hi, J.,
I hope lots of moms have responded to your plea with the answer of "Shaklee"! So many people have found that Shaklee has the products that have not just masked symptoms, but fixed the problem, including my own 3-year-old nephew.
You can visit www.goshaklee.info, password DS00579 to learn about the company's philosophy & products, and find out if it is of interest to you.
all the best,
N.

J.-
Myself and other pediatric chiropractors have great success treating kids in similar situations as your children. If you check out www.icpa4kids.org you will be able to find some information as well as a doctor who specializes in gentle techniques used on children.

Hi J., I had very good luck with an essential oil mixture called "Breathe Easy" that i used with my daughter. I found it at Whole Foods Market.

Hi J.,
We're currently seeing Dr. Heather Wisniewski, a chiropractic physician in Glen Ellyn. She practices a form of allergy elimination (not sure if it's the same as NAET). Her website is: www.restorativehealthcare.com
751 Roosevelt Rd.
Bldg. 7, suite 100
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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Best of luck to you!

I reccomend Accupuncture. I know it sounds a bit daunting. I suffer from asthma and my accupuncturist Elaine Vozar, helps me keep off the inhaler. She is wonderful, ____@____.com - she will send you any accredidations you need to see. She is in Lincoln Square.