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I have allergy. Not sure about the reason y will it come.I will get bubbles all over my body feel like itchy and dizziness. Some times when I had sea food n red meat together , some times by exposing dust, some times by having cabbage/ veg puff/ egg puff n by dancing also I got this.
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It sounds like you might be experiencing an allergic reaction to certain triggers, which could include specific foods, environmental factors (like dust), or physical activities. Allergies can manifest in various ways, such as itchy skin, rashes, dizziness, or hives (bubbles on the skin). The symptoms you describe after consuming seafood, red meat, certain vegetables (like cabbage), or egg puffs suggest food intolerances or allergies. It’s also possible that physical exertion, like dancing, could be triggering your body’s reaction, possibly due to histamine release during activity.
To manage your allergies, it’s important to identify and avoid specific triggers. An elimination diet under the guidance of a healthcare provider or allergist can help pinpoint which foods are causing reactions. It’s also advisable to take antihistamines (after consulting with a doctor) to alleviate symptoms when they arise. If dust is a trigger, try to reduce exposure by keeping your environment clean and using air purifiers. Consulting an allergist for testing can also help confirm the cause and guide you in managing your condition effectively.
Allergies can really be a puzzle, aren’t they? Your body is basically putting up a fight when it comes into contact with something it doesn’t agree with. In Ayurveda, we believe this could be linked to an imbalance in your doshas or even weak agni (your digestive fire) which struggles to process certain substances. That could lead to accumulation of ama (toxins), triggering the allergy.
Sounds like your symptoms might be related to your pitta dosha being ezcited. When you consume sea food and red meat, which are pitta-increasing foods, your system just might get too heated up. The same goes for dust and intense movements like dancing, which can also spike pitta or even vata in your system, leading to itchy bubbles and feeling dizzy.
So what do you actually do about it? First, observing your food and activities to see any patterns can be helpful, sounds basic but sure works! Try to avoid pitta-provoking foods, like red meat and overly spicy or acidic dishes. Opt for cooling foods like cucumber, coriander and coconut water. They can soothe your system.
Your skin, being a reflection of internal balance, needs care too. A cool herbal paste using sandalwood and rosewater can calm down any irritation—mix into a paste and apply it to affected areas for around 15-20 minutes, daily if needed. Warm baths with neem leaves or calamine can soothe the skin too.
Breathing exercises or pranayama like sheetali (cooling breath) can help manage pitta. Do it in a quiet place where you can relax for a few minutes daily.
If these allergies are quite intrusive or worsen, best to check in with an ayurvedic practitioner or doctor. They can offer a more personalized treatment plan according to your prakriti and specific symptoms. Remember, balancing your diet, managing stress, and understanding your body’s signals are key to keeping allergies at bay. Feel free to reach out if more questions pop up!
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