Allergy Relief and Prevention: A Doctor's Complete Guide to Treatment and Self-Care

516 Pages·2000·24.234 MB·English

by  Jacqueline Krohn MD, Frances Taylor MA, Erla Mae Larson

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Jacqueline Krohn MD • Erla Mae Larson rn
A PRACTICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA
► A Doctor’s Complete Guide to
Treatment & Self-Care
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Allergy Relief
& Prevention
THIRD EDITION
JAN 0 2 2001
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Allergy Relief
& Prevention
THIRD EDITION
Jacqueline Krohn md
Frances Taylor ma
Erla Mae Larson rn
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Text © 2000 by Jacqueline Krohn, Frances Taylor, e[ Erla Mae Larson
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Krohn, Jacqueline, 1950-
The whole way to allergy relief and prevention : a doctor’s
complete guide to treatment & self-care / Jacqueline Krohn,
Frances Taylor, Erla Mae Larson. — Rev. ed.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
isbn 0-88179-194-6
1. Allergy—Popular works, i. Taylor, Frances A., 1938- .
ii. Larson, Erla Mae, 1925- . iii. Title.
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NOTE TO THE READER
This book is meant to be a source of information for those who are
not enjoying the best of health because of their allergies or sensitivi¬
ties. Everyone has different problems and different needs based on
age, sex, lifestyle, health status, genetics, diet, psychological state,
and spiritual maturity. Our intent is to share our experience and
offer guidelines to help you become more informed about your
health. In cooperation with your physician, you can then take the
necessary steps to enjoy optimum health.
This book is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with
a physician. Neither the authors nor the publisher take medical or
legal responsibility for the reader who uses the contents of this book
as a prescription.
IN MEMORIAM
A special tribute to Dr. Theron Randolph, a pioneer in
environmental medicine, whose genius forever changed
the philosophy and practice of medicine.
TO OUR PATIENTS
who have taught us as we have attempted to teach and
help them; who have presented innumerable challenges
that have forced us to sharpen our skills; who have given
us love beyond the love we have given them; and who have
made all of our labors rewarding and worthwhile.
Contents
Foreword ix
To the Reader x
Acknowledgments xi
Introduction i
OUR BODY SYSTEMS AND ALLERGIES II
1. Our Immune System 13
2. Our Endocrine System 24
3. Our Nervous System 43
4. Our Body Electric 53
5. Psychoneuroimmunology 61
6. Our Digestive System 66
7. Allergy and Disease 74
UNDERSTANDING ALLERGIES 8l
8. Allergy Testing and Treatment 83
9. Food Allergies 96
10. Eating Safely 136
11. Common Chemical Sensitivities 160
12. Living Safely 195
13. The Allergens We Inhale 217
14. Breathing Safely 238
15. Do Your Own Home Survey 248
INFECTIONS AND ALLERGIES 259
16. Bacteria, Viruses, and Parasites 261
17. Fungi, Yeast, and Mold 303
18. The Role of Infections in Allergies 329
NUTRITION AND ALLERGIES 337
19. Why Nutritional Supplementation is Critical 339
20. Treating Allergies with Nutrient Supplements 347
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TAKING STEPS TO WELLNESS 3 I
21. Solving Everyday Problems 373
22. Finding Safe Healthcare 403
23. Detoxification 416
24. Body, Mind, and Spirit 427
Glossary 440
Suggested Reading 448
Recommended Sources and Organizations 452
Bibliography 462
Index 475