Celery is that well-known strong-tasting vegetable, commonly thought to contain fewer calories than the energy used to consume it. Made up mostly of water, it's amazing that this unassuming green food stuff is so widely used for its crunchy leafy stalks, root and seeds in food flavourings across the world. Celery is part of the carrot family, plants having flowers in umbels, … [Read more...]
The Missing Link – Understanding allergies, asthma and hay fever
This week is National Allergy Week from 11th - 17th April 2011, where allergy charities and organisations put extra effort into raising awareness of allergies, the causes, triggers and the possible treatments available. Supported this year by Dettol and Care Allergy Defence, Allergy UK have just released their latest report The Missing Link to add grist to the mill. It's … [Read more...]
Yoga postures for allergies and asthma
Most people probably associate yoga with meditation and perhaps a collection of postures and exercises which promote flexibility and relaxation, but it's far more than that. Originating from India over 3000 years ago it is a system of complete well being; including the physical, mental and spiritual health of the individual. It's not a religion and can quite uniquely be … [Read more...]
Have you really got an allergy?, a poem by Ruth Holroyd
Here is another poem I wrote a while ago about allergies and some of the frustrations I often feel... “Have you really got an allergy? It’s all in your mind!” I don’t think they really mean to be unkind One lapse of diligence is all it takes. The lure of chocolate biscuits and cakes. My nose gets sneezy If I eat any eggs I feel a little wheezy Itchy rash on arms and legs If … [Read more...]
Can yoga alleviate allergy symptoms?
Can yoga alleviate seasonal allergies? A study published on iHealthBlogs.com entitled “Yoga and Seasonal allergies” talks of recent research (May 2009) where people with allergies practised Hatha yoga three times a week for ten weeks and saw marked improvements in their breathing and asthma symptoms. Another study in the Asian Pac J Allergy Immunol, showed similar … [Read more...]