Each spring desert winds carry pollen, dust, and other irritants causing allergy sufferers here in the Las Vegas Valley to sneeze, cough, rub their eyes, and go through a lot of tissue blowing that runny nose. Local news has reported on the increase of allergies, partly due to the non-native species of trees and plants used in landscaping. Biomedicine explains allergies as the result of an overactive immune system, causing an overproduction of histamine, provoking an inflammatory response in the delicate tissues of the respiratory system. Steroids and anti-histamines treat allergy and hay fever symptoms, but have undesirable side-effects for many users.
Natural remedies such as Las Vegas Allergy Mix, aromatherapy, and nasal irrigation with neti pots may ease suffering, but like OTC drugs, do not address the root cause.
In Oriental Medicine, acupuncturists not only treat the symptom (or “branch”), but also treat the root of the problem. Some patients have weak Lung Qi, or Lung function. Oriental medicine uses acupuncture and herbs to reduce inflammation and boost Lung and immune function. Curious? Call Dr. Anita Lanier, OMD at (702) 204-1342 to learn if acupuncture is right for you. www.AnitaLanier.com