Articles related to "Chemical Sensitivities"
Book Review: Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, A Survival Guide
This month I review a great resource, Pamela Gibson’s Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
resource • mcs • multiple chemical sensitivity • chemical • illness
This month I review a great resource, Pamela Gibson’s Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
resource • mcs • multiple chemical sensitivity • chemical • illness
Dealing with Family
Many survivors of multiple chemical sensitivity have a difficult time talking to their families about the changes that they must make. It is hard enough to make the changes for yourself, but someone who is not experiencing the health problems associated with MCS may have an even harder time adjusting. To them, you might appear healthy on the outside, especially when you are not in the midst of an exposure.
mcs • fragranced • multiple • chemical • sensitivity
Many survivors of multiple chemical sensitivity have a difficult time talking to their families about the changes that they must make. It is hard enough to make the changes for yourself, but someone who is not experiencing the health problems associated with MCS may have an even harder time adjusting. To them, you might appear healthy on the outside, especially when you are not in the midst of an exposure.
mcs • fragranced • multiple • chemical • sensitivity
Dear Loved One
This month in response to a request from a reader, I share a sample letter to a loved one discussing MCS and some of the changes that must be made to retain a relationship. I hope that this simple letter helps you to begin to share with your loved ones your needs. Please feel free to print this out and share, or rewrite it to meet your own situation. Be well.
loved • mcs • mcs • multiple chemical sensitivity • relationship
This month in response to a request from a reader, I share a sample letter to a loved one discussing MCS and some of the changes that must be made to retain a relationship. I hope that this simple letter helps you to begin to share with your loved ones your needs. Please feel free to print this out and share, or rewrite it to meet your own situation. Be well.
loved • mcs • mcs • multiple chemical sensitivity • relationship
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
allergy to modern life • allergy • allergies • chemical reactions • chemical sensitivity
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity
allergy to modern life • allergy • allergies • chemical reactions • chemical sensitivity
The Allergy Sourcebook - a review
A review of Merla Zellerbach's book about allergies, asthma, and multiple chemical sensitivity.
allergy • allergies • multiple chemical sensitivity • environmental illness • asthma
A review of Merla Zellerbach's book about allergies, asthma, and multiple chemical sensitivity.
allergy • allergies • multiple chemical sensitivity • environmental illness • asthma
Allergic People Take Care on Halloween
Children and adults with allergies need to monitor and control their environment, for their health's sake. Halloween parties may be filled with hidden allergens.
halloween party • food allergies • costumes masks • hidden ingredients • chemical sensitivities
Children and adults with allergies need to monitor and control their environment, for their health's sake. Halloween parties may be filled with hidden allergens.
halloween party • food allergies • costumes masks • hidden ingredients • chemical sensitivities
Are You Chemically Sensitive?
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity is increasing among our population as our use of chemicals increase. Your body gives you a warning system when it is overwhelmed. It's called symptoms. This article lists a few possible symptoms and causes of chemical exposure and injury.
chemical • injury • environmental • illness • avoidance
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity is increasing among our population as our use of chemicals increase. Your body gives you a warning system when it is overwhelmed. It's called symptoms. This article lists a few possible symptoms and causes of chemical exposure and injury.
chemical • injury • environmental • illness • avoidance
Dietary Reactions that Cause Behavior Problems
Depressed, defiant, angry, and hyperactive children are a nightmare for parents. Avoiding some foods and leaning heavily on others can save the day.
chemical sensitivity • toddler food allergy • childrens food allergies • kids with food allergies • food allergy and intolerance
Depressed, defiant, angry, and hyperactive children are a nightmare for parents. Avoiding some foods and leaning heavily on others can save the day.
chemical sensitivity • toddler food allergy • childrens food allergies • kids with food allergies • food allergy and intolerance
Eco-Friendly Paint for a Healthy Environment
Environmentally friendly products are the green living choice. Natural paints help to keep the air pure and healthy for people with multiple chemical sensitivities.
eco friendly paint • clean environment • pur air • multiple chemical sensitivities • green living
Environmentally friendly products are the green living choice. Natural paints help to keep the air pure and healthy for people with multiple chemical sensitivities.
eco friendly paint • clean environment • pur air • multiple chemical sensitivities • green living
Fragrance-Free Nation: Fragrance and Your Skin
You just put on your favorite perfume, and you're off to work. Will that perfume stay there-on your neck or arm, or does it have other places to go besides the air around you? Guess what? It's on its way to other areas in your body too- through your skin!
perfume • skin • multiple chemical sensitivity syndrome • contact dermatitis • dermatology
You just put on your favorite perfume, and you're off to work. Will that perfume stay there-on your neck or arm, or does it have other places to go besides the air around you? Guess what? It's on its way to other areas in your body too- through your skin!
perfume • skin • multiple chemical sensitivity syndrome • contact dermatitis • dermatology
Fragrance-Free Nation: The Perfume Gauntlet
Growing numbers of people, especially women, are developing fragrance sensitivity. There is a lot of talk about the environment and how to keep it clean. We want to keep our air fresh, but what about our PERSONAL air space? Should we be concerned about the long-term effects of perfumes on our health, and the health of those around us? Does the over-use of fragrance contibute to air pollution? These are just a few of the topics we cover in this column.
fragrance-free • perfumes • fragrance • scents • aromas
Growing numbers of people, especially women, are developing fragrance sensitivity. There is a lot of talk about the environment and how to keep it clean. We want to keep our air fresh, but what about our PERSONAL air space? Should we be concerned about the long-term effects of perfumes on our health, and the health of those around us? Does the over-use of fragrance contibute to air pollution? These are just a few of the topics we cover in this column.
fragrance-free • perfumes • fragrance • scents • aromas
Fragrance-Free Nation: The Perfume Gauntlet Revisited
Frustrated over the "perfume sampling" done in a department store, I contacted the CEO of the store. I explained to him that this "sampling" causes health problems for myself and many others. What was his response? Find out in this article.
perfume sampling • department stores • perfume • southdale • marshall fields
Frustrated over the "perfume sampling" done in a department store, I contacted the CEO of the store. I explained to him that this "sampling" causes health problems for myself and many others. What was his response? Find out in this article.
perfume sampling • department stores • perfume • southdale • marshall fields
Industrial Strength Ram Cleaner is Non-Toxic
If it can be washed, Ram will clean it. No skin irritation, no noxious fumes, phosphate free, non-abrasive, non-flammable, mix with bleach to disinfect. It works!
industrial strength cleaner • ram cleaner • non-toxic cleaner • cleaning product • no skin irritation
If it can be washed, Ram will clean it. No skin irritation, no noxious fumes, phosphate free, non-abrasive, non-flammable, mix with bleach to disinfect. It works!
industrial strength cleaner • ram cleaner • non-toxic cleaner • cleaning product • no skin irritation
More Symptoms of MCS
There are many ways MCS manifests itself into our physical and mental health and well being. Due to requests for more information, I am delving a little deeper into how my life is affected by Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. In sharing this, it's my hope that you will be better able to judge whether it is time for you to take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from possible chemical exposure and injury.
mcs • multiple chemical sensitivity • chemical exposure • injury • chemical injury
There are many ways MCS manifests itself into our physical and mental health and well being. Due to requests for more information, I am delving a little deeper into how my life is affected by Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. In sharing this, it's my hope that you will be better able to judge whether it is time for you to take steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from possible chemical exposure and injury.
mcs • multiple chemical sensitivity • chemical exposure • injury • chemical injury
Perfume and Your Respiratory System
Perfumes reach us first by our olfactory system. Our noses pick up the scent, then what? When a perfume is breathed in, it doesn't just fade away. It's in your body for quite a while. Find out more about how perfumes affect our respiratory system in this article.
olfactory system • respiratory system • perfume • breathing • fragrance
Perfumes reach us first by our olfactory system. Our noses pick up the scent, then what? When a perfume is breathed in, it doesn't just fade away. It's in your body for quite a while. Find out more about how perfumes affect our respiratory system in this article.
olfactory system • respiratory system • perfume • breathing • fragrance
The Allergy Threshold
Many allergies are not constant; they are caused by repeated use of common foods (wheat, milk, corn, sugar, nuts) or inhalation allergens, which increase sensitivity.
allergy threshold • peanut allergy • food allergy wheat milk cheese dairy corn sugar • dust mold animal allergies • immune system
Many allergies are not constant; they are caused by repeated use of common foods (wheat, milk, corn, sugar, nuts) or inhalation allergens, which increase sensitivity.
allergy threshold • peanut allergy • food allergy wheat milk cheese dairy corn sugar • dust mold animal allergies • immune system
Fragrance-Free Nation: Can You Sue?
You've got MCS-Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. The co-worker you share a cubicle with is fully aware that her perfume makes you physically ill, yet she continues to wear it daily. You wish you could take some action-like suing her or your company for deliberately making you ill. Can you? Find out what others in similar situations have done in this article.
lawsuit • mcs • multiple chemical sensitivity • disabilities act • clean air act
You've got MCS-Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. The co-worker you share a cubicle with is fully aware that her perfume makes you physically ill, yet she continues to wear it daily. You wish you could take some action-like suing her or your company for deliberately making you ill. Can you? Find out what others in similar situations have done in this article.
lawsuit • mcs • multiple chemical sensitivity • disabilities act • clean air act
Household Helps for Disabilities; Invisible and Visible
Some household helps for those with disabilities - Fragrance-Free alternatives, ergonomic products and ways to conserve energy.
disability • disabilities • invisible • household. chores • chronic illness
Some household helps for those with disabilities - Fragrance-Free alternatives, ergonomic products and ways to conserve energy.
disability • disabilities • invisible • household. chores • chronic illness
Magnesium for Fibromyalgia
Magnesium can help various symptoms of fibromyalgia and conditions often associated with it. But what is the best form of magnesium to supplement with?
magnesium injections for fibromyalgia • nutritional deficiencies in fibromyalgia • parenteral magnesium • best form of magnesium • side effects of magnesium
Magnesium can help various symptoms of fibromyalgia and conditions often associated with it. But what is the best form of magnesium to supplement with?
magnesium injections for fibromyalgia • nutritional deficiencies in fibromyalgia • parenteral magnesium • best form of magnesium • side effects of magnesium
Asthma and Essential Oils
Aromatic oils for asthma? Sounds like a recipe for disaster, and sometimes it is. But there are safe approaches for asthma using foot reflexology & therapeutic-grade oils
asthmatic • asthma • therapeutic-grade essential oils • chemicals trigger asthma attack • foot reflexology and essential oils
Aromatic oils for asthma? Sounds like a recipe for disaster, and sometimes it is. But there are safe approaches for asthma using foot reflexology & therapeutic-grade oils
asthmatic • asthma • therapeutic-grade essential oils • chemicals trigger asthma attack • foot reflexology and essential oils
Helpful Allergy Books
Some books about allergies that I have found helpful.
allergies • sensitivity • sensitivities • books • booklists
Some books about allergies that I have found helpful.
allergies • sensitivity • sensitivities • books • booklists
FIBER: Natural Colored Cotton
Cotton can come in many natural colors thanks to the breeding efforts of the Native Americans and recently to plant biologist, Sally Fox.
cotton • fiber • fibre • colored cotton • natural colors
Cotton can come in many natural colors thanks to the breeding efforts of the Native Americans and recently to plant biologist, Sally Fox.
cotton • fiber • fibre • colored cotton • natural colors
The FDA and Aromatherapy
The FDA's place concerning essential oil use.
aromatherapy • essential • oils • fda
The FDA's place concerning essential oil use.
aromatherapy • essential • oils • fda
Creating a Green Office
Go green at the office to create a healthy work environment, save money, improve employee retention and have customers feeling good about who they do business with.
green office • office recycling program • energy conservation for businesses • eco-friendly offices • reduce paper consumption
Go green at the office to create a healthy work environment, save money, improve employee retention and have customers feeling good about who they do business with.
green office • office recycling program • energy conservation for businesses • eco-friendly offices • reduce paper consumption
Organic Baby Products & Toys
An expert offers tips for keeping your baby healthy and safe. Toys and products that are organic, natural and lead-free, chemical-free and BPA-free can often help.
organic baby products • organic baby toys • natural baby products • natural baby toys • chemical free baby products
An expert offers tips for keeping your baby healthy and safe. Toys and products that are organic, natural and lead-free, chemical-free and BPA-free can often help.
organic baby products • organic baby toys • natural baby products • natural baby toys • chemical free baby products
Air Filters and Cleaners for Upholstery Shops
Air purification systems are especially useful for protecting upholstery workers from air-borne allergens. Get the best air purifier possible for an upholstery shop.
upholstery shop • filter • hepa air cleaner • air allergy filter free • ionic breeze air cleaners
Air purification systems are especially useful for protecting upholstery workers from air-borne allergens. Get the best air purifier possible for an upholstery shop.
upholstery shop • filter • hepa air cleaner • air allergy filter free • ionic breeze air cleaners
Allergy Hives Treatment with Essential Oils
Although urticaria can be serious, minor episodes of allergy hives can be treated naturally with essential oils that soothe itchy skin, cleanse the liver & relieve stress
allergy hives • hives rash • hives treatment • hives skin itching • itchy skin
Although urticaria can be serious, minor episodes of allergy hives can be treated naturally with essential oils that soothe itchy skin, cleanse the liver & relieve stress
allergy hives • hives rash • hives treatment • hives skin itching • itchy skin
Anticonvulsants, CFS/ME and Fibromyalgia
Pregabalin (Lyrica), gabapentin (Neurontin) and other anticonvulsants are used to treat chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and fibromyalgia.
chronic fatigue syndrome • myalgic encephalomyelitis • anticonvulsants in cfs treatment • epilepsy drugs in fibromyalgia treatment • lyrica for fibromyalgia
Pregabalin (Lyrica), gabapentin (Neurontin) and other anticonvulsants are used to treat chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) and fibromyalgia.
chronic fatigue syndrome • myalgic encephalomyelitis • anticonvulsants in cfs treatment • epilepsy drugs in fibromyalgia treatment • lyrica for fibromyalgia
Buying Organic Food
It seems that everyone is talking about going green, and eating organically. So is it healthier?
organic food • health effects organic • environment and organic • local farming • healthy
It seems that everyone is talking about going green, and eating organically. So is it healthier?
organic food • health effects organic • environment and organic • local farming • healthy
Differences between CFS/ME and Fibromyalgia
There is no full consensus whether fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) are the same thing, but does it even matter?
difference between chronic fatigue syndrome and fi • is cfs/me same as fibromyalgia • differential diagnosis of cfs/me and fibromyalgia • what causes fibromyalgia • what causes cfs/me
There is no full consensus whether fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) are the same thing, but does it even matter?
difference between chronic fatigue syndrome and fi • is cfs/me same as fibromyalgia • differential diagnosis of cfs/me and fibromyalgia • what causes fibromyalgia • what causes cfs/me
Epsom Salts to Detox, Relieve Pain
Epsom salts are chemical crystals of hydrated magnesium sulfate that are used externally in hydrotherapy treatments and as skin scrubs, and hair treatments.
magnesium • epsom salts • skin scrubs • flotation therapy • hydrotherapy
Epsom salts are chemical crystals of hydrated magnesium sulfate that are used externally in hydrotherapy treatments and as skin scrubs, and hair treatments.
magnesium • epsom salts • skin scrubs • flotation therapy • hydrotherapy
Essential Oil Uses at Home
The aroma from essential oils can make a room smell great and can influence the mood and spirit of those within it.
essential oil • cleaning • pest control • aromatherapy • peppermint
The aroma from essential oils can make a room smell great and can influence the mood and spirit of those within it.
essential oil • cleaning • pest control • aromatherapy • peppermint
Fibromyalgia and Ultra-Sensitivity
A medical sociologist, who is a long-time sufferer from fibromyalgia, believes that the condition is caused by a hyper-aroused nervous system in ultra-sensitive people.
fibromyalgia and ultra-sensitivity • neurological overload the cause of fibromyalgia • dr barbara keddy’s research into fibromyalgia • women and fibromyalgia: living with an invisible d • fibromyalgia as neurological overload
A medical sociologist, who is a long-time sufferer from fibromyalgia, believes that the condition is caused by a hyper-aroused nervous system in ultra-sensitive people.
fibromyalgia and ultra-sensitivity • neurological overload the cause of fibromyalgia • dr barbara keddy’s research into fibromyalgia • women and fibromyalgia: living with an invisible d • fibromyalgia as neurological overload
Fragrance and Your Brain
Everyone knows that fragrance affects your emotions in some way, but just how does it do that? What are pheromones, and what role do thay play in fragrance?
limbic system • pheromones • emotions • fragrance and your brain • aromatherapy
Everyone knows that fragrance affects your emotions in some way, but just how does it do that? What are pheromones, and what role do thay play in fragrance?
limbic system • pheromones • emotions • fragrance and your brain • aromatherapy
How to Improve Indoor Air Quality, Naturally
Home and office air quality can become unfavorable by the introduction of chemicals, molds, and other pollutants. Natural solutions benefit humans and the planet.
air cleaners purifiers • air cleaner • air freshener • air purification • air freshner
Home and office air quality can become unfavorable by the introduction of chemicals, molds, and other pollutants. Natural solutions benefit humans and the planet.
air cleaners purifiers • air cleaner • air freshener • air purification • air freshner
Indigo or Crystal? A Comparison
Indigo and Crystal kids are often spoken of interchangeably, but there are significant differences between bright, sensitive crystals & the often dark, intuitive indigos.
indigo crystal kids what's the difference • aura color • indigo crystal healing • energy sensitive children • add adhd autism indigo kid
Indigo and Crystal kids are often spoken of interchangeably, but there are significant differences between bright, sensitive crystals & the often dark, intuitive indigos.
indigo crystal kids what's the difference • aura color • indigo crystal healing • energy sensitive children • add adhd autism indigo kid
Quick Headache Relief
Here are several natural tips and tricks to help headache sufferers to find relief from the pain.
headache • headaches • headache relief • headache pain • natural
Here are several natural tips and tricks to help headache sufferers to find relief from the pain.
headache • headaches • headache relief • headache pain • natural
Replacing Essential Oils with Fragrance Oils?
A series of articles looking at the myths about Aromatherapy and what started them.
perfume • fragrance • fragrance oils • aromacology
A series of articles looking at the myths about Aromatherapy and what started them.
perfume • fragrance • fragrance oils • aromacology
Summer Skin Care
Summer sun and heat can wreak havoc on pale or sensitive skin. Be prepared this season with natural sunscreens, allergen-free oils, moisturizers and sunburn treatment.
summer skin care • natural sunscreens • natural sunscreen products • moisturizing dry skin • sensitive facial skin care
Summer sun and heat can wreak havoc on pale or sensitive skin. Be prepared this season with natural sunscreens, allergen-free oils, moisturizers and sunburn treatment.
summer skin care • natural sunscreens • natural sunscreen products • moisturizing dry skin • sensitive facial skin care
Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Syndrome or FMS
The list of symptoms goes from A to Z, and they all can come and go. It's so unpredictable. This is not "in your head" or a mental illness, it's Fibromyalgia Syndrome.
symptoms of fibromyalgia • how do i know if i have fibromyalgia • fms • hypochondriac • all in my head
The list of symptoms goes from A to Z, and they all can come and go. It's so unpredictable. This is not "in your head" or a mental illness, it's Fibromyalgia Syndrome.
symptoms of fibromyalgia • how do i know if i have fibromyalgia • fms • hypochondriac • all in my head
The Infrared Sauna
Unlike traditional saunas that heat the body indirectly through steam-heated air, infrared saunas use radiant heat energy that is directly absorbed by the body.
infrared saunas • saunas • spa treatments • steam heat • infrared heat
Unlike traditional saunas that heat the body indirectly through steam-heated air, infrared saunas use radiant heat energy that is directly absorbed by the body.
infrared saunas • saunas • spa treatments • steam heat • infrared heat
The Magnesium Miracle - Book Review
Dr. Carolyn Dean presents a detailed and easy to understand book about the many health benefits of this essential yet under-used mineral.
the magnesium miracle • magnesium deficiency • book review of the magnesium miracle • conditions helped by magnesium • research on magnesium
Dr. Carolyn Dean presents a detailed and easy to understand book about the many health benefits of this essential yet under-used mineral.
the magnesium miracle • magnesium deficiency • book review of the magnesium miracle • conditions helped by magnesium • research on magnesium
What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
A basic overview of what is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Includes a list of symptoms as well as a case defination by the Centers by Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
chronic fatigue syndrome • chronic illness • cfs • cfids • what is chronic fatigue syndrome
A basic overview of what is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Includes a list of symptoms as well as a case defination by the Centers by Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
chronic fatigue syndrome • chronic illness • cfs • cfids • what is chronic fatigue syndrome
Allergic or Sensitivity Reactions to MSG
There is debate and controversy over whether or not monosodium glutamate (MSG) is safe to eat. Some people report serious allergic symptoms when they ingest it.
allergic reactions to msg • monosodium glutamate sensitivity • is monosodium glutamate safe • msg controversy • what is monosodium glutamate
There is debate and controversy over whether or not monosodium glutamate (MSG) is safe to eat. Some people report serious allergic symptoms when they ingest it.
allergic reactions to msg • monosodium glutamate sensitivity • is monosodium glutamate safe • msg controversy • what is monosodium glutamate
Alternative Treatment for Bipolar Disorder
Also known as manic-depressive, bipolar is a complex disorder characterized by extreme mood swings. Self-care strategies and can make bipolar symptoms manageable.
symptoms of bipolar disorder • bipolar disorder symptoms • bipolar symptoms • bipolar disorder information • facts bipolar disorder
Also known as manic-depressive, bipolar is a complex disorder characterized by extreme mood swings. Self-care strategies and can make bipolar symptoms manageable.
symptoms of bipolar disorder • bipolar disorder symptoms • bipolar symptoms • bipolar disorder information • facts bipolar disorder
Aromatherapy vs. Aromacology
If you're brand new to Aromatherapy, you can't miss this article! You won't sound like a newbie afterwards.
aromacology • aromatherapy • difference • olfactory • oils
If you're brand new to Aromatherapy, you can't miss this article! You won't sound like a newbie afterwards.
aromacology • aromatherapy • difference • olfactory • oils
Chemicals in Home Cleaning Products Revealed
Consumers trying to green their homes and avoid toxins in laundry detergents, household cleaners, dish soap, and more will get help from the cleaning products industry.
chemicals • home cleaners • toxins • cleaner home • home cleaner
Consumers trying to green their homes and avoid toxins in laundry detergents, household cleaners, dish soap, and more will get help from the cleaning products industry.
chemicals • home cleaners • toxins • cleaner home • home cleaner
Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is not just a fancy name for chronic pain, it is a specific condition which often causes many symptoms besides pain. It is also frequently misdiagnosed.
fibromyalgia misdiagnosis • fibromyalgia risk factors • other causes for fibromyalgia symptoms • illnesses that mimic fibromyalgia • conditions similar to fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is not just a fancy name for chronic pain, it is a specific condition which often causes many symptoms besides pain. It is also frequently misdiagnosed.
fibromyalgia misdiagnosis • fibromyalgia risk factors • other causes for fibromyalgia symptoms • illnesses that mimic fibromyalgia • conditions similar to fibromyalgia
Environmentally Friendly Paint
If you're thinking about painting your house or apartment, you should be asking yourself this question: What am I doing to my world?
paint • polyurethane • finishes • volatile • organic
If you're thinking about painting your house or apartment, you should be asking yourself this question: What am I doing to my world?
paint • polyurethane • finishes • volatile • organic
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