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An allergy, or hypersensitivity reaction, occurs when the body's immune system overreacts to a substance that is normally harmless (allergen), such as mold, pollen, animal dander or dust mites.
The white blood cells of an allergic individual produce an antibody called immunoglobulin E (IgE), which attaches to the allergen. This triggers the release of histamine and other inflammatory chemicals that cause allergic symptoms, such as runny nose, watery eyes and hives.Molds are parasitic, microscopic fungi that have spores that float in .... Read more
Vitamin E for Mold Allergy Vitamin E
: Although thought to aid in reducing the nasal symptoms of allergies, vitamin E intake may not be effective. However, current evidence is limited, and more studies are needed ....
Stinging nettle for Mold Allergy Stinging nettle
: For many years, a freeze-dried preparation of Urtica dioica has been prescribed by physicians and sold over-the-counter for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Clinical trials demonstrating statistical significance ....
Probiotics for Mold Allergy Probiotics
: Only a small number of probiotics combinations have been studied in treatment of allergies, mostly with children, teenagers and young adults. Further research is necessary before a firm conclusion ....
Nasal irrigation for Mold Allergy Nasal irrigation
: Good scientific evidence suggests that nasal irrigation can effectively treat allergic rhinitis. A well conducted randomized controlled trial fully reporting data would make the case for allergic rhinitis ....
Honey for Mold Allergy Honey
: Currently there is insufficient human evidence to recommend honey for the treatment of rhinoconjunctivitis (inflammation of the nose and eyes in response to an allergen). One poor-quality trial reported ....
The anti-diabetic properties of cinnamon are well known. Now the scientists have found that cinnamon extract (cinnamaldehyde) has a very strong anti-microbial activity and can be incorporated into paper packaging for bakery products and fruits to safeguard against bread molds.