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Immune System

An allergic response is a defence against infection where there is no danger; an over-reaction by the body's defence mechanisms to certain food, clothing, pollen and other materials.

An allergy can manifest itself as asthma, eczema, hyperactivity, fatigue, itching, runny nose, sneezing, headaches, lumps and bumps.

Hay fever is a relatively mild, although very uncomfortable, form of allergic reaction. Treatment of hay fever should begin at least half a year before the onset of allergy season.

Mild to moderate allergic reactions may manifest in a variety of ways, from mild headaches or digestive disturbances, to itchy, blotchy skin rashes. Severe allergic reactions, called anaphylactic shock cause swelling of the airways. In very severe cases, the airway can become completely blocked, causing respiratory arrest.

Digestive System

The appendix is a thin worm-shaped pouch that projects out from the first part of the colon. It is believed that the appendix helps in the immune system of the intestinal tract, and is therefore more likely to become infected, just as tonsils are in the throat.

N.W. Walker, DSC, writes in Become Younger,

The function of the appendix is to provide a secretion which prevents the feces from remaining stationary in the colon; at the same time its secretion neutralizes excessive putrefactive bacteria, in much the same way that the tonsils protect the throat.”

In appendicitis, bacteria get into the appendix and it becomes swollen, inflamed and filled with pus. It has a tendency to flare up quickly, and can develop into a life-threatening emergency within hours. Usually, the trigger for appendicitis is unknown. The pain of appendicitis usually starts around the navel area. As it progresses, there is usually terrible cramping pains accompanied by nausea, vomiting, fever and chills. When the pain finally extends to the lower right corner of the abdomen, the inflammation is full-blown and requires immediate medical attention. The danger of acute appendicitis is that the pus-filled appendix can burst, spilling bacteria into the abdominal cavity.

Respiratory System

People with asthma have overly sensitive, hyperactive lungs. Normally air flows easily through the bronchial tubes (airways). The airways naturally tighten to keep out very cold air or other harmful substances. In asthma, the lungs also react to harmless substances such as pollen or cat dander.

Asthma is an allergic condition which begins with a dry cough and tightness in the chest which rapidly worsens until labored breathing and wheezing result.

During an attack, the sphincter muscles in the smallest bronchial tubes tighten and go into a spasm. The airways swell and become inflamed. The problem is intensified when mucous-producing cells that line the airways respond by secreting more mucous and clogging airways – this is what creates the wheezing sound. Stale air becomes trapped in the lungs and causes a build-up of carbon dioxide. This results in coughing and gasping for air.

Adrenaline is administered by a doctor for asthma episodes.

The food industry uses benzoin to flavor foods and beverages...

Benzoin has an intensely rich sweet-balsamic scent.

Nature: balancing, uplifting, euphoric

It warms and tones the heart and circulation, both physically and metaphorically.

It soothes inflamed, chapped and irritated skin conditions.

Ideal in a massage or compress to ease the discomfort of arthritis, rheumatism and poor circulation.

Principal Actions: Respiratory expectorant; healing to the skin; calming effect on the digestive and nervous systems.