March 2002

Allergies and Asthma
According to the American Lung Association an estimated 16 million Americans are affected by asthma, a chronic lung condition characterized by inflammation of the airways.  Most asthmatics have an allergy to some offending agent.  This allergy then acts as the “trigger” that starts the inflammatory asthma process. It’s unrealistic to think that we can avoid every asthma or allergy trigger. Reducing the severity so we can live with these allergens and other triggers without suffering should be our goal.



Words from us…

Wayne’s World
March is here, and March 15, 1984 was the opening date of Stay Healthy!, eighteen years of serving our growing community.  Thank you for your loyal dedication to our store and the opportunity to serve you, for all of us are very appreciative.  March in Las Vegas also means the beginning of allergy season, specifically tree pollen everywhere.  So fellow sufferers, what to do?  Numerous natural remedies that work are available at Stay Healthy!, all without side effects usually associated with certain medications and with no liver toxicity.  These natural formulas help eliminate excessive response to allergens, reduce inflammation, boost adrenal output of anti-inflammatories, and control the sneezing, itchy eyes and runny nose of allergy sufferers.  Use these products now before your allergies dominate your day and night.  Keep yourself hydrated this spring, and fight back with “Las Vegas Mix” (a safe homeopathic), or products that contain nutritional aids such as quercetin, bromelain, pantothenic acid, n-acetyl cysteine (NAC), vitamin C, vitamin A, zinc, histidine (an amino acid), and wonderful herbs like stinging nettle and cayenne. Journey to our store and use our up-to-date computer kiosk with a user-friendly touch screen.  Talk with our knowledgeable staff and visit our informative website at www.stayhealthy.info.
Thank you so much for your patronage. Stay Healthy!

The Evelyn Files…
    One of the most comprehensive books on allergies and asthma that I am aware of is called Allergy Free. The authors are Konrad Kail, N.D., Bobbie Lawrence, and Burton Goldberg. This book states that you don’t have to live with allergies or with a continuing cycle of drugs and their side effects. By treating what is actually causing the condition, not only can allergies be reversed but your overall health will be improved. This edition also contains some very interesting case histories. Stop by our store and check out this fabulous book or log onto www.alternativemedicine.com.
Good health to you always. Evelyn J

James Sloane answers questions:
   Allergies are a symptom of adrenal dysfunction. Asthma is a form of inflammatory allergy. If the adrenal glands are not putting out sufficient levels of adrenocorticosteroids and epinephrine (adrenaline) allergic responses cannot be countered.  This is why we are all exposed to the same allergens, though we do not all have allergic responses to these allergens. Those with healthy adrenal glands do not develop allergies because the adrenals put out sufficient levels of immune modulating steroids, and antihistamine epinephrine. To build the adrenals I recommend adaptogenic herbs. Examples of adaptogens are astragalus, Siberian ginseng, suma, ashwaganda, Arctic root (rhodalia rosea) and licorice root. Though not considered adaptogens nettle leaf, bee pollen, kelp, and amla berries also help with adrenal function. The adrenals use more vitamin C than any other part of the body. Amla berries are the richest herbal source for vitamin C. The second most important nutrient for the adrenals is pantothenic acid, which is highest in pollens. 
All the above are available at Stay Healthy! to help you through this allergy season. – James Sloane

Tarah’s Corner-Spring is here!  It’s time for great weather, the Easter Bunny, and the ever-popular allergy season.  That’s right, because sneezing, runny noses and headaches are back.  Before you run to a doctor, why not stop by Stay Healthy!  We have lots of supplements to take care of your allergies the natural way.  My favorite choice is the “Las Vegas Mix”, our product of the month.  It is a homeopathic remedy that is based on the common 8-14 pollens in the region.  Large doses of local molds and pollens cause allergic reactions.  With “Las Vegas Mix”, the allergy sufferer takes the same local molds and pollens in homeopathic doses, jumpstarting the individual's own defense system against the allergic reaction.  So before you start hunting for those Easter eggs, make sure you stop by Stay Healthy!, your allergy relief headquarters.  “Invite change into your life, you’d be surprised by the possibilities.”

J.C. Speaking Words of Wisdom
Some allergies stem from a weakened immune system, while many others are caused by an injudicious style of living and eating. Dairy products (milk, cheese, etc.) are probably the biggest culprits due to their forming of mucus in the body.  They slow down the body’s ability to handle or process common allergens or actually might be the allergen itself. Avoid these foods for a period of time to see if that could be the cause of your allergies. Chemicals in laundry soap, dish soap, house hold cleaners etc., are also a big cause of allergies.  Avoid all of these if they’re not petro-chemical free. Strengthen the adrenal glands, for they control your allergic response by releasing steroids and natural hormones. I like amla, nettles and olive leaf as natural herb choices to help with allergies. As a last note, drinking plenty of water is the most important defense of all, for keeping the body hydrated helps everything work and function better.
Knowledge applied is wisdom…

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