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Allergies can show themselves in many different ways, for example
asthma, eczema, hayfever, food allergies, colic, migraines, weight
gain, rhinitis, insomnia, diarrhoea, constipation, chronic fatigue,
anxiety, depression, hyperactivity, inability to concentrate, aching
joints, and many, many others.
Different substances could cause the allergy: Dust, house dust
mites, feathers, tree grass pollens, various plants, wool and
different synthetic fabrics, metals, amalgam fillings, paints,
household cleaners, pesticide residues, drugs, many foods, food
colourings and preservatives, cosmetics, shampoos, perfume, pets etc.
To deal with allergies or intolerances EFFECTIVELY you have to know
what you are allergic to and that is why the allergy test is so
important.
 You
can choose as many items as you like from the list of over 300
allergens. If you want you can bring several examples of your
favourite foods, drinks, or any other items and they will be tested.
Modern equipment allows the homeopath to test different allergens
gently.
Amalgam fillings, candida, hormonal disbalance, and of course
different pollens, foods, or drinks could be checked for you.
Homeopathic desensitisation for appropriate patients is available.
Advice about harmless personal care products which are free from
chemicals will be given. Your eating habits and lifestyle will be
discussed, and the advice about a proper diet will be given.
You cannot eat for 2 hours before the test. The test cannot be done on
pregnant women or patients with a pacemaker.
How long does the Test take?
Usually between an hour & an hour and a half. You will be sent the
questionnaire and the confirmation of the appointment several days
before the consultation. I will ask you to bring the questionnaire
involving your medical history, your symptoms, confirmation that your
GP is dealing with your medical condition, and known food allergies,
your typical diet and any samples that you would like tested e.g. dust
from your bedroom, a plant from your garden, washing powder etc.
The number of items that can be tested is unlimited. You do not need
to bring samples of everyday food or drink.
How much does it cost?
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prices page.
THE TREATMENT
Treatment depends upon the results of the test, but any treatment
should start with a detox programme. The detox programme is chosen
strictly individually depending upon the results of your test, medical
condition and symptoms.
STAGE TWO - Elimination Programme
Potentially problematic food, drink or other substances should be
eliminated. After giving the body rest - usually 4 weeks; they could
be re-introduced, but only one after another, NOT two or more
different foods at the same time.
Any food that continues to cause a problem should be avoided in future
or re-introduced after the homeopathic treatment - usually homeopathic
desensitisation. Some foods could be re-introduced on a minimal,
rational basis.
SIDE EFFECTS
If you eliminate the food which you have been eating or drinking every
day or on a regular basis (e.g. tea, coffee, wheat, milk or any other
everyday item) you may find that you have withdrawal symptoms during
the first few days of the elimination phase.
These symptoms might last several days and could include headaches,
irritability, aching muscles, insomnia or some other unpleasant
symptoms.
This will be discussed in detail during the test. I will also give you
some helpful information on how to keep a diet diary, how to rotate
foods & using alternative foods during the elimination period which is
very important as your nutritional status should not be impaired.
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