With Reflexologist Nuria Weaver
Strawberry Allergy Home Remedies
Strawberry allergy is a type 1 allergy also called contact allergy. Thousand of proteins are found in strawberries and only one or more of them are responsible for the allergic reaction. It is still unknown why only some of the proteins are considered harmful by the immune system.
The immune system recognizes those proteins that causes allergy and initiates an allergic response that protects the body. It produces IgE (immunoglobulin E) to neutralize the protein. If the person is exposed to the fruit again, the IgE stimulate the body cells and produces histamines.
Researchers from the well-known University of Lund in Sweden have found that the protein responsible for the allergic reaction is not found in white strawberries, however it is found in the red strawberries and it seems it is among other proteins that are responsible for the red color in strawberries. It was also found that the molecular structure of the protein allergen has some similarities to the birch pollen allergen. Nevertheless, a person allergic to birch pollen may also be allergic to strawberries but not vice versa is not true.
Symptoms of Strawberry Allergy
The symptoms depend on the release of histamines that can occur in any part of the body. These symptoms determine the allergic reaction that a person can have.
- If the histamines are released in the skin this causes swelling, itching, hives on the skin.
- The release of histamines in the stomach may result in nausea, cramps, stomach aches, vomiting, and diarrhea, intestinal pains.
- Wheezing, difficulty in breathing, bronchial spasms may be due to the release of histamines in the lungs.
- In chronic case, if the histamines are released into the blood stream then it results in anaphylactic shock and proves to be fatal.
- The swelling may occur in the mouth, tongue and throat.
- The eyes may turn watery
- Numbness and mouth tingling
- Burned lips
There is no proper cure for strawberry allergy and the only way to overcome the problem is by avoiding the fruit and any items that uses strawberry. However some home remedies for strawberry allergy can be used to get rid of the symptoms caused by the allergen.
Home remedies for strawberry allergy using water
- For the tongue swelling, a swab can be used that is dipped in salt water. This helps in treating the infection and lessens the mouth swelling.
- Drinking a glass of water and adding to it 2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar is an excellent treatment for swelling.
- Drinking plenty of water not only keeps the mouth clean but also washes away bacteria and infections.
Home remedies for strawberry allergy using nutritious vegetables and fruits
- Consumption of vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin C and vitamin E should be increased. It will improve over all immunity of the body.
Home remedy for strawberry allergy using ginger- a medicine, delicacy, or a herb and cumin seeds
- A fresh piece of ginger can be used in tea or eaten raw to get relief from stomach aches or cramps.
- Consumption of half tsp of grounded cumin seeds can give an instant relief from vomiting and nausea.
Home remedy for strawberry allergy that leads to skin allergy
- Application of aloe Vera, lemon juice, wheat gram oil, or witch hazel tea on the infected area can soothe the itching.
- Fresh nettle oil can be used directly on the affected area or can also be used to prepare tea. This would help in relieving itching.
- Milk of magnesia can be dabbed on the itchy area. This provides an instant relief. It is an alkaline solution that removes the burning sensation.
Home remedy for strawberry allergy using cornstarch and herbal tea
- To a half filled tub of warm water, add half cup of cornstarch powder and another half cup of baking powder. Soak yourself to this water to feel better.
- Herbal tea calms the nerves and lessens the stress. Peppermint tea and passionflower tea is ideal herbal tea that soothes the pain.
Home remedy for strawberry allergy that has burned lips as one of the symptoms
- A mixture of grapefruit seed extract and olive oil can be used for burned lips.
- Rubbing ice cubes can also help in the healing.
- A cornstarch paste can also be used on the blisters
- Sage tea and a pinch of ginger powder can be used for relieving the inflammation.
- Mint extract aids in faster healing of the burned lips.
Home remedy for strawberry allergy using steam and eucalyptus oil
- One of the best remedy for wheezing, coughing and common cold is steam inhalation.
- Adding few drops of eucalyptus oil in the steam will give better results.
- Pure orange oil can also be used to open up bronchioles.
- Another home remedy is using beta carotene that protects the mucus membrane found in the mouth, throat, nose and lungs. It also protects vitamin C from oxidation and enables the immune system to perform with optimum efficiency.
Sometimes taking stress about the allergy worsens it and creates more complication. Taking up some relaxing activity like aerobics and yoga helps to reduce the stress. It is also found that magnesium helps the muscles to relax and also a hot bath with Epsom salt is another mode of relaxation.
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