Leaky Gut Syndrome and Food Allergies

Leaky gut syndrome and food allergies are two of the challenges our intestinal systems face today. Both theses issues can cause a variety of symptoms from mild swelling and gas to extreme cramping, aches and pains.

A small percentage of the population has actual food allergies that include symptoms of hives, itchy eyes, difficulty breathing and anaphylaxis. A higher percentage have food intolerances or are hypersensitive to certain foods. These symptoms include fatigue, anxiety, muscle pain, gas bloating, diarrhea and headaches. This occurs mostly when food is improperly digested. It also quite often happens in conjunction with leaky gut syndrome.

Leaky Gut Syndrome
Not a lot is known about leaky gut syndrome by doctors except for its symptoms which include bloating, gas, cramps, food sensitivities and aches and pains. It is more of a category of symptoms than a diagnosis and doctors are often at a loss when it comes to finding causes and how to treat it.

Doctors believe it is possibly caused by tight junctions in the gut, that control what can pass the lining of the small intestine, not working properly and allowing substances to leak into the bloodstream. It can also be caused by some types of disease, certain drugs, radiation therapy, chronic stress, diet or food allergies.

Poor Digestion
For good digestion to occur, the stomach must have enough enzymes to process food. "Leaky gut syndrome" can let undigested proteins, carbohydrates and fats through to the blood system and cause the immune system to react to these as foreign invaders. Food allergies are also known to be linked to poor digestion. When the digestive system is not functioning properly it can lead to all the symptoms associated with leaky gut syndrome.

Natural Solutions
Lifestyle changes of eating a healthier diet and stress reduction are currently the best forms of treatment for leaky gut syndrome. Other forms of treatment may be available from your doctor if he or she can arrive at a diagnosis of the cause. At the current time however the medical profession has limited knowledge for causes.

Scientific studies have shown that algae can reduce allergic sensitivity to milk and soybean and may enhance antibodies that can protect against or reduce allergic reactions to foods such as shellfish.

AFA blue green algae, with its cartoenes and chlorophyll, is able to help cells around the intestinal wall secrete lubricating material that can help prevent the immune system from over-reacting.

Acidophilus and Bifidus along with SBG Zymes can help keep your digestive system in good working order. Acidophilus supports intestinal health by creating a favorable environment for the growth of beneficial flora and promotes the normal movement of food through the intestine. Bifidus lowers the pH of the intestine, manufactures specific B vitamins, promotes immune function, and supports the health of the large intestine. SBG Zymes contain a combination of enzymes to help break down all types of foods (including fats, carbohydrates, protein, and fiber) for improved digestion and optimal nutrition. Super Blue Green� Alpha Sun provides an easily digestible natural complex that is critical for the health and vitality of tissues and cells. To get all of these in one easy, convenient packet, Simplexity Health has Essentials which contain all of these products plus an Omega Sun capsule.

So the natural way to help with your leaky gut syndrome symptoms and food intolerances is to reduce stress, eat a healthy diet and supplement that diet with Super Blue-Green Algae, acidophilus, bifidus and digestive enzymes. Your gut will be glad you did.



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Allergic Reactions to Food

Allergic reactions to food ... got 'em? Then you are among the 60% of the population affected by food allergies. It is one of the most prevalent and also undiagnosed illnesses in the population (according to the American College of Allergists). The 8 foods that most commonly cause allergic reactions to food, according to the Mayo Clinic, are:

• Milk
• Eggs
• Peanuts
• Tree nuts (such as almonds, cashews, walnuts)
• Fish (such as bass, cod, flounder)
• Shellfish (such as crab, lobster, shrimp)
• Soy
• Wheat

Many people know if they have a milk allergy or an egg allergy, but did you know that there are also wine allergies and many other types as well? That's the bad news.

Allergic Reactions to Food: Good News
Now for the good news. There are natural solutions for people who have these allergic reactions to food--the use of nutritional supplements, for instance. Studies show that taking a substance such as blue-green algae can support your body's immune system and tolerance. Your immune system is usually responsible for allergic reactions to food. By boosting your immune system, you can reduce allergic reactions to food ... and even to pollen.

Two studies show that "the inclusion of blue-green algae in the diet contributes to a reduction of anaphylactic and immune-type allergic reactions in animals" ("Edible Microalgae, Heffrey J. Bruno, Ph.D.). Turns out inclusion of blue-green algae in the diet works for the human animal as well!

Other supplements that help can include enzymes, probiotics, Betaine HCL (for those with low stomach acid) and a number of fermented foods.

Why Nutrition Helps
It may seem odd that improving our diet with nutrition can help with allergic reactions to food, and yet it makes sense. That is because many food allergies are caused by poor digestion linked to the immune system. Poor digestion, also known as "leaky gut syndrome," allows undigested proteins to enter the blood stream. This triggers the immune system into an allergic reaction.

Luckily, the addition of nutritional supplements like AFA blue-green algae can support your body in a proper immune response. Studies show that "AFA blue-green algae contains carotenes and chlorophyll, both of which are able to dramatically stimulate specialized cells around the intestinal walls to secrete lubricating material and this help to prevent this type of allergic reaction" (Bruno).

In other words, AFA blue-green algae soothes the digestive system. An improved digestive system prevents that extreme immune response, and those allergic reactions to food.

Allergic Reactions to Food: Bottom Line
The bottom line of all of this scientific data is simple as can be:

1.    Got allergic reactions to food?
2.    Add AFA blue-green algae to your diet
3.    Feel better!

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