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Hibu Websites • Jun 07, 2021
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Did you know that behind every food allergy is an immune system that’s gone awry?!
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Behind every food allergy there is an immune system that has gone awry.
Behind every food allergy there are a myriad of genetic and environmental influences.
Buckle up! Let’s chat about removing some environmental irritants!
Irritants In the Home
- Don’t wear shoes in the house.
- Shampoo your carpets 3-4 times a month.
- Don’t allow anyone to smoke in the house.
- Have air ducts professionally cleaned every year or two.
- Vacuum once or twice a week with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter.
- Use a high-quality air purifier.
- Use a high-quality water filtration.
- Use an exhaust fan over the stove.
- Wash bedding once a week with MyGreensFills detergent.
- Use dehumidifiers in areas where mold might grow, like basements (keep humidity below 50 percent).
Chemicals In Everyday Products
- Triclosan. This endocrine-disrupting chemical is most commonly found in conventional hand sanitizers. Choose natural alcohol based sanitizers instead or wash with a clean soap.
- Ammonia and bleach. Use vinegar, baking soda and other natural cleaning products for all-purpose cleaning. Purchase Dr. Taryn's favorite household cleaning essentials here
- Fragrances. Avoid dryer sheets, candles, plug ins, sprays, and scented laundry detergents. Purchase Dr. Taryn's favorite laundry essentials here
- Phthalates (dibutyl phthalate [DBP], dimethyl phthalate [DMP], and diethyl phthalate [DEP]). These are common in conventional lotions and shampoos. Choose natural or organic personal care products instead. Purchase Dr. Taryn's favorite beauty products here (Use coupon code DRTARYN for an extra discount)
- Parabens (propyl-, isopropyl-, butyl-, and isobutyl-parabens). These are common in conventional lotions, shampoos, and cleansers, but are rare in natural or organic versions. Purchase Dr. Taryn's favorite skincare/makeup products here
Additives In Foods
- Bisphenol-A (BPA). This is found in polycarbonate plastics, like water bottles, and in the lining of some food and soda cans.
- Phthalates. These are found in plastics, like food packaging.
- Perfluoroalkyl chemicals (PFCs). These are found in grease-proof paper, cardboard packaging, and some nonstick pans.
- Artificial food colors. These synthetic dyes may be hidden in many processed foods.
- Nitrates and nitrites. These preservatives in processed meats have been associated with allergies and hives.
- Pesticides, Herbicides, Fungicides, and Waxes. These are found on the majority of our grocery store purchased fruits and veggies. Get Dr. Taryn's favorite fruit/veggie cleaner here
But many are not.
Once you’ve removed environmental irritants, we need to take a whole-body approach to support immune function. Sometimes we need to go deeper and consider things like heavy metal exposure, chronic viral exposure, or an undiagnosed medical condition. At Stittleburg RHC we're here to help. Contact us to schedule your free phone consult today!
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