6 groups of foods that help prevent allergies

6 groups of foods that help prevent allergies

"Allergies" are a popular disease that many people suffer from nowadays, caused by an increasing amount of pollution. There are various ways to treat and prevent allergies, including taking medication, avoiding triggers, and exercising.

Today we have 6 groups of foods that help prevent allergies as another option suitable for those who are tired of traditional treatment methods. It is a way to make your body healthy from the inside out. Want to know what food groups there are? Read on and find out.

Understanding Allergies

Allergies are a group of diseases that have symptoms in various systems. They occur due to abnormalities in the body's reaction to allergens from the environment, causing the production of antibodies that stimulate the release of substances in various tissues, leading to inflammation of organs and resulting in various symptoms. These symptoms vary according to the degree of sensitivity, such as skin rashes, runny nose, itchy eyes, sore throat, and some people may experience severe symptoms that can lead to death.

There are many causes of allergies, but the allergens that are most commonly encountered and difficult to avoid are dust, pollen, cigarette smoke, air pollution from traffic, living in poorly ventilated air-conditioned rooms, and pet dander.

6 Anti-allergic Foods

1.Vitamin C group: Vitamin C plays a role in preventing the release of histamine, an important substance in the body that causes various allergies.

Foods high in vitamin C: Green leafy vegetables such as kale, spinach, broccoli, and cabbage. Fruits with sour tastes such as pineapple, orange, strawberry, and lemon. These ingredients can be modified into various dishes as desired.

2.Vitamin A group: Helps in tissue and organ building, as well as strengthening various tissues of the body. It also helps alleviate symptoms when exposed to allergens.

Foods high in vitamin A: This type of vitamin can be found in brightly colored fruits and vegetables, such as pumpkin, carrot, ripe papaya, ripe mango, cantaloupe, and tomato.

3.Protein group: These proteins can help build the body's immune system because the smallest unit of protein is amino acid, which is an important substance used to build various immune systems.

Foods high in protein: As is well known, protein is one of the five main food groups and is abundant in lean meats, such as chicken and pork, and eggs. They can also be found in various beans.

4.Omega-3 Group: Omega-3 helps reduce inflammation, boost immunity, and fight against disease-causing agents or toxins that enter the body. You can increase your Omega-3 intake by consuming deep-sea fish such as tuna, mackerel, salmon, and cod, which may trigger allergic reactions in some people. Therefore, it is important to check if you are allergic to seafood before consuming them. Omega-3 fatty acids are also beneficial and can be found in sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, yellow beans, and dark green leafy vegetables.

4.Selenium Group: This nutrient group helps stimulate the immune system to fight against foreign substances or allergens that enter the body. You can increase your intake of selenium by consuming plants from the onion family, such as onions and shallots.

5.Flavonoid Quercetin Group: This nutrient group has anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory properties and helps inhibit the release of histamine, which is a trigger for allergic reactions. You can increase your intake of flavonoid quercetin by consuming garlic, onions, and vegetables from the onion family, such as onions and shallots, as well as in carrots, parsley, apples, and in some varieties of beets.

In addition to consuming these allergy-fighting foods, don't forget to exercise regularly, get enough rest, and avoid allergen triggers, to maintain a truly strong and healthy body.

                                       Reference: Naew Na Newspaper