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IQAir HealthPro Air Purifier - Unsurpassed Air Filtration Performance

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If you are an allergy suffer being bombarded by pollen, dust, dust mites, pet dander and other allergy-triggering particles within your home, then you need a reliable, effective air purifier to clean your air and give you relief.  The IQAir HealthPro Air Purifier is the air cleaner of choice for allergy sufferers worldwide (and anyone else who likes clean, healthy air).

The IQAir HealthPro series of air purifiers are widely considered to be the very best in the Indoor Air Quality world.  The HealthPro air purifier is the flagship model of the series and the best-seller.

The unit uses IQAir's proprietary HyperHEPA filter, which traps particles down to a size of 0.003 microns.  The competition's air cleaners can only filter particles down to a size of 0.3 microns, however 90% of all air particles are smaller than 0.3 microns.   This means they filter only 10% of the particles that go through the filter.  The IQAir HealthPro filters 99.5% of particles at 0.003 microns and 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns.  IQAir's HyperHEPA filter is superior to the competition's filters and its exceptional performance proves this beyond a doubt.

Allergy sufferers need clean air all day, but they especially need it at night so they can sleep. The IQAir HealthPro air purifier is designed to create super clean air where they will get a lot of use, in bedrooms.  For this reason, the HealthPro is quieter than its competition when in use and virtually silent when used in the lowest fan speed.  This quiet operation is achieved because IQAir placed the fan in the center of the unit, added rubber bumpers to the assembly and surrounded everything with a double-walled housing.

Super clean air and virtually silent operation: If allergies keep you from getting a good night's sleep, what more could you want from an air purifier??

The unit's outstanding performance, quiet operation and sleek design are not the only features that are appreciated by owners of this fabulous air cleaner.  To make the unit even easier to operate, the IQAir HealthPro air purifier comes with a remote control so you can adjust the settings from the comfort of your sofa while reading a book or watching a movie.  With 6 fan speeds you can adjust the unit to clean air as quickly as needed. The unit is also programmable, so you can set it to to fit your needs throughout the day and night.

IQAir tests every air purifier it makes to make sure that any unit it sends out will works as designed and specified.  Every unit is tested and a hand-signed Certificate of Performance is sent with the unit so you know your air purifier will perform as designed.  When it comes to performance and reliability, nothing beats an IQAir air purifier.

Super clean air, sleek design, quiet operation and easy to use controls are why the IQAir HealthPro is the first choice for allergy suffers and those looking to make their air as clean as possible.

To find out more about the IQAir HealthPro, please visit IQAirHealthProSeries.com.

 

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IQAir HealthPro Plus Air Purifier - #1 For Allergy Sufferers

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With so many kinds of air purifiers on the market today, choosing the right one can seem impossible.  Fortunately, the decision is really not so difficult once you take a look at the IQAir HealthPro Plus Air Purifier.  Because of the unit's performance and cost, the HealthPro Plus is a Consumers Digest "Best Buy" winner for allergy and asthma sufferers. It also has more #1 ratings than any other air cleaner.

Why is the HealthPro Plus so highly rated?  For one, just like the IQAir HealthPro, it uses IQAir's proprietary HyperHEPA filtration technology. This allows it to remove particles that are 100 times smaller than particles the competition can filter.  Most air purifiers are designed to remove particles down to a size of 0.3 microns.  However, 90% of air particles are smaller than 0.3 microns.  IQAir's HyperHEPA filter will capture particles as small as 0.003 microns.  The filter efficiency for this unit is rated at 99.5% of particles at 0.003 microns and 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns.

Particles up to ten times smaller than a virus can be filtered, which means the air is clean and healthy for anyone who has allergies and/or asthma.  The HealthPro Plus also efficiently removes odors and toxins such as tobacco smoke and paint fumes from the air.  The IQAir HealthPro Plus easily outperforms the competition, making this the air purifier of choice for those concerned about the air quality in their home or office.  This is why it has received more #1 ratings than any other air purifier on the market.

A greatly appreciated feature of IQAir HealthPro Plus HEPA air purifiers is that they are designed to be used in areas where low noise is a must -- bedrooms.  The double-walled housing and rubber suspension pads work together to minimize the noise from the fan.  At the lower settings (1-2), the unit runs nearly silently.  Because trouble breathing at night can mean trouble sleeping, having an exceptional air cleaner that runs virtually silently is certainly a must for many people.  In addition to its virtually noise-free operation, the HealthPro Plus has a timeless European design that makes this air cleaner a design element that will fit any home decor.

The unit's quiet operation and sleek design are not the only features that are appreciated by owners of this exceptional air cleaner.  The IQAir HealthPro Plus air purifier comes with an easy-to-use full-function remote control, so you can operate your unit from the comfort of your sofa while watching TV or reading a book.  There are 6 fan speeds available and you can program the unit to work as needed throughout the day and night.

All models of IQAir air cleaners deliver exceptional performance.  IQAir HealthPro Plus air purifiers not only filter harmful particles and irritants from the air, they also remove obnoxious odors.  IQAir tests every air purifier it makes to make sure that any unit it sends out will works as designed and specified.  Each unit comes with a hand-signed Certificate of Performance that reports how the unit tested versus its design specifications, so you will know that the unit you purchased performs as promised.  When it comes to performance and reliability, nothing beats an IQAir air purifier.

Exceptionally clean air, sleek unit design, quiet operation and easy-to-use controls make the IQAir HealthPro Plus the undisputed winner as best room air cleaner.

To find out more about the IQAir HealthPro Plus Air Purifier, please visit IQAirHealthProSeries.com

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3 Methods To Reduce The Dust In Your Home

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Many people think of allergies as being an affliction which only affects people when they are outdoors during the early summer months. While pollen can make people sniffly and itchy when they are outside, many unseen allergens can actually be found in the beds and carpeting inside our homes all the time. It seems that each allergy season is worst than the last one and whether you are allergic to dust or pollen, it's not fun being miserable all the time. Here are some things you can do around your house to help reduce the dust and pollen around you:

Change air filters in your home: Your house probably has lots of air filters that you don't always remember to replace. Most homes with central air will have a whole house or furnace filter that needs to be replaced every three to four months. You can easily learn how to replace a home filter in just a few minutes. A old air filter can clock air flow and actually begin to blow out dust and other allergens if it is not replaced regularly. Most air filters are inexpensive and easy to change out if you remember to do so. Using a plug-in air purifier is useful only if you change the filter regularly. A quick filter change can actually pay for itself by lowering your utility bill.

Install hardwood floors: If you suffer from allergies, then you might want to remove your rugs. Most allergy doctors recommend flooring that is easy to clean and doesn't trap pollen, animal dander and other allergens. Smooth floors like hardwood, laminate, tile or even vinyl are all better options for people who suffer from allergies. Full room carpeting is the most harmful kind of flooring you can have in a home you have allergies because it attracts so many dust particles. If you already have good hardwood floors under your rugs you can probably pull them up yourself, though you'll need to learn how to remove carpet tack strips.

Vacuum often: The easiest way to keep your home dust-free is to vacuum the floors on a regular schedule. A good house cleaning once every month can make a big difference in the air quality in your home. If you use a vacuum you'll also want to replace the filters in it regularly as well. Many people with severe allergies actually use a house cleaning service in addition to their own cleaning.

You don't have to be sniffly in your own home during the long allergy season. With a little effort your home can be an oasis from the yellow pollen of the outdoors and the sneeze-inducing dust of indoors. Dedicating just ten minutes a day to cleaning your house may make such a difference that you might even be able to do without those allergy medications you've come to rely on!

Need to learn even more about keeping your house allergen free? You can read a first-person account of a duct cleaning service and decide if it is actually worth it for your home.


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    Did You Know That Many People Who Think They Have Food Allergies, Don’t

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    Some people get annoyed to hear someone say at a restaurant that they are allergic to pepper, or strawberries or any of a number of other cooking ingredients, fruits and vegetables. To someone who doesn't have an allergy, it can often seem unnecessarily precious that the smallest everyday things we take for granted, should cause anyone this much trouble. Some people wonder if allergy sufferers couldn't just suck it up and brave it? Of course that's what it feels like when you don't really understand  a problem. But here is a new report by the government that seems to give those irritable friends a reason or two to feel vindicated. The findings say that the study of food allergies has traditionally been done with shocking carelessness; in fact, most tests that find that you have a food allergy, are actually wrong. Most people with food allergy complaints actually have none.

    Certainly, food allergies do exist - thay are a valid concept in themelves. Scientists are able to completely reproduce over and over again the allergic reactions that some people break out with when they come in contact with certain foods - and it can range from swellings, and rashes to conditions that make the heart stop. However, of all the reactions that people seem to have to various foods, genuine food allergies occur in only about 5% of all people - and this is in a world where one out of three people believes he or she has a food allergy.

    Part of the reason this happens is, that the food allergies that people have as children, don't always make it to adulthood. Just imagine what it would be like if as a child you had a terrible reaction to, say, peanuts, and you learned never to go near them ever again. You grow up, and as an adult, you still believe you have that allergy. In reality though, lots of food allergies don't make it intact into adulthood. They just slip away for no known reason. This is one reason why so many people complain of food allergies that you don't really have. They have it at one time, and unknown to them they stop having it.

    Another reason why there are so many unjustified reports of food allergies is that most studies on the subject, are badly done - done with a lack of awareness of what it takes to accurately gauge the situation in a study. Barely 1% of all the studies done over the last 20 years meet the criteria for scientific rigor. For instance, most tests for food allergy use a couple of simple tests. One involves injecting a small amount of a certain food into a drop of blood, and then studying it for any antibody overactivity. In fact, this is a perfectly unreliable test that is wrong as often as it is right. You might as well not do it at all. The other way to test for food allergies is to let the person under study actually eat the food, to check for any reactions. But doctors don't usually use this test, for fear of how serious the reactions could be. If you were a doctor trying to study a patient, you wouldn't want to actually aggravate a terrible allergy just to see if it was real, would you?

    There's a major new study put together by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases coming out that wants to set the record straight. The study has even found that the belief people have that you have fewer allergies if you were breast-fed as a child, and the belief that says that you shouldn't give babies eggs for the first year, are nothing more than old wives' tales. The thing is, food allergies are different from food intolerances. If you drink wine and it gives you a headache, that isn't a food allergy. If you have lactose intolerance, that's just because you don't have the right digestive enzyme. It's intolerance, not an allergy. Some people who get acid reflux in response to certain foods similarly think they have a food allergy.

    And the whole antibody test makes no sense at all. There are lots of people who produce massive quantities of antibodies in reaction to certain foods, but still don't break out. And antibodies to certain foods like peanuts are more able to bring about allergic reactions than others. One day, a proper food allergy test could come about that could help. For now, existing tests are pretty inadequate, and no one should come away thinking they have food allergy, just because they tested positive on one of the existing tests.

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    IQAir HealthPro Compact - Big Performance, Small Size

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    All IQAir air purifiers provide exceptional performance.  The IQAir HealthPro Compact Air Purifier gives the same ultra-high particle filtering as its larger siblings, just in a smaller, more economical design.  This unit is ideal for allergy sufferers and other health-conscious individuals who need an ultra high-efficiency air cleaner in a small package.

    As with the HealthPro and HealthPro Plus, the HealthPro Compact uses IQAir's proprietary HyperHEPA filter technology. This allows particles down to a size of 0.003 microns to be filtered from the air.  Most air purifiers can filter particles down to a size of 0.3 microns, so the IQAir HyperHEPA filter captures particles 100 times smaller than the competition does.  Unfortunately for them, 90% of all air particles are smaller than 0.3 microns, so most air purifiers miss 90% of the particles that pass through its filter.  The IQAir HealthPro Compact filters 99.5% of particles at 0.003 microns and 99.97% of particles at 0.3 microns.

    For allergy sufferers, the IQAir HyperHEPA filter technology is the best particle filter available on the market.  Because airborne irritants such as mold spores, pet dander, house dust mites and pollen are in the air 24 hours a day, individuals with allergies need to have clean air all day, especially at night so they can sleep well.  For this reason, IQAir has designed the IQAir HealthPro Compact to operate more quietly than is competitors. It is so quiet that it is virtually silent when running on the lowest fan speeds (1-3).  There is no point in having an air cleaner in your bedroom if the noise it makes while running keeps you awake.  If noise level is a concern, the HealthPro Compact is the ideal air purifier to use in any room where quiet operation is a must.

    Just like it's larger siblings, the IQAir HealthPro Compact has 6 fan speed settings and can be programmed to operate as needed throughout the day and night.  This unit can effectively clean a room up to 900 square feet. However to get four air changes per hour it is recommended to use this unit in a space 450 square feet (or smaller) in size.  For most users of this air cleaner, such a restriction is not a problem at all, but it is information that is good to know.

    IQAir tests every air purifier it makes to make sure that any unit it sends out will works as designed and specified.  Every unit is tested and a hand-signed Certificate of Performance is sent with the unit so you know your air purifier will perform as designed.  When it comes to performance and reliability, nothing beats an IQAir air purifier.

    Super clean air, sleek design, quiet operation and easy to use controls are why the IQAir HealthPro Compact is the first choice for allergy suffers who need exceptional performance in a smaller unit.

    More information about the IQAir HealthPro Compact is available at IQAirHealthProSeries.com

     


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      Be Careful With A Highly Scented Candle

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      Before you give a highly scented candle as a gift, you should first inquire about how this person feels about candles that are heavily scented. Depending on the scent you use, it may not matter whether or not the candle is highly scented. This is because some scents, such as vanilla and lavender, are mild and it doesn't matter how much of the oil is used to make a highly scented candle. Other stronger scents may be harder to take in high doses, which is why you do need to be careful about giving a highly scented candle to someone that is sensitive to scents. Some of the scents used in making a highly scented candle do not smell like flowers or earthy aromas.

      Try a heavily scented candle with the aroma of angel food cake. This particular scent has undertones of cherry to produce a great aroma in your kitchen. Since the scent of home baked goodies rarely bothers anyone, this is one type of heavily scented candle that you can use freely. Get a hint of Grandma's kitchen with candles scented with hot baked apple pie. This is one of the scents that will surely take you back to the days of your childhood. 

      Heavily scented candles in aromatherapy candles are perfect for the healing properties that they bring to the mind, body and spirit. Whether you are seeking relief from stress, a headache or you want to create the perfect romantic atmosphere, a highly scented candle with one of the essential oils is the way to achieve your objective. Whether the heavily scented candle is made from paraffin or soy wax, you know that you will get the scent you want. Just walking through the aisle of the store with a variety of highly scented candles will give you an idea of the various scents that these candles give off. If you have to pick up the candle to tell whether or not it is scented, then you should realize that it is not really heavily scented. The proper heavily scented candle will allow you to get the scent from even standing a distance away from it. 

      When choosing the scents to make a highly scented candle, you cannot go by the fill level on the bottle. This is because the different scents have different weights. The article was given by a saleswoman of cosmetics and vitamins supplements. She’s also an expert at teeth whitening for those who want to have a good-looking. You can find more tips on choosing candles on the author’s blog.


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        Air Purifiers - A Beginner’s Guide

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        Being in the market for an air purifier could leave your head spinning given how many different makes, models and types of air purifiers there are.  Fear not, this short guide will help you figure out what to look for so you can get the right unit for your needs.

        The first item to cover is that different types of filters are designed to filter different things from the air.Some filters are designed to remove irritants, others control smoke and odor, while others remove dangerous chemicals such as VOCs, paints and chemicals.So, if you need an air purifier to help control allergies, getting one that is great at filtering chemical is not going to be the best choice you can make.

        Here are the most popular filter technologies in the residential market:.

        HEPA

        HEPA is short for "High Efficiency Particulate Arresting" and this is the type of filter most commonly seen in the marketplace.  HEPA filters are made up by a paper thin maze of fibers.As air passes through the filter the particles in the air are snagged by a fiber leaving clean air to exit the filter.If you look at a HEPA filter, you will notice that there are many folds in it.  This is to increase the surface area of exposed fibers and to allow as much air to pass through the filter as possible.

        In order for a filter to meet the requirements to be a true HEPA filter, 99.97% of all particles 0.3 microns or larger must be removed from the air.  IQAir's HyperHEPA filter is designed to capture air particles down to a size of 0.003 microns.  IQAir HealthPro air purifiers achieve 99.97% efficiency rate for removing particles that are 100 times smaller than the particle size used to determine filter efficiency.

        Primary Use: Allergen and particle control

         

        Activated Carbon

        If you have a water filter, you may be familiar with the term "activated carbon" because that is the technology used to filter impurities from water, too.  An activated carbon filter adsorbs chemicals from the air (adsorb is something like absorb, but not the same).  As air passes through the filter, the effect of Van deer Waals forces cause the chemicals to attach to the filter surface.As the filter cleans the air it becomes covered with a film of the chemicals it has removed.Once this happens, the filter will need to be replaced as it will not be able to capture any additional gases.

        The IQAir GC Multigas air purifier uses activated carbon to control the widest spectrum of gaseous compounds, smoke and odors from the air.  There are other IQAir GC air purifier models available that will control specific gases.

        Primary Use: Control airborne chemicals and odors

         

        Ultraviolet Light (UV)

        UV filters are used to control viruses, bacteria and mold spores and they work by attacking the DNA of the microorganisms as they pass though the unit.  The burst of UV radiation (which is low-intensity at 150 - 300 nanometers) either kills the organism or at least prevents it from being able to reproduce.

        Because light radiation is not effective for capturing air particles or airborne gases, this technology is generally used in conjunction with another technology in order to be an everyday-use air cleaner.  Because these filters use light radiation to do the work, the bulbs will have a limited effective life, so changing bulbs periodically is necessary.Please note: just as tanning bed bulbs will, these bulbs will still emit light even when they no longer produce the radiation needed to clean the air.

        Primary Use: Control airborne microorganisms (viruses, bacteria, spores)

         

        Electrostatic

        Electrostatic air purifiers work by charging particles as they pass through the filter then collecting the charged particles before the air leaves the unit.  In the first stage all particles are charged to one polarity and the second stage plate is charged the opposite polarity.  As the charged particles pass by the second stage plate, they get stuck to it electrostatically.  Over time the second stage plate will become covered by charged particles and will need to be cleaned off.

        This type of technology is generally used in commercial locations, such as in bars and restaurants.  There are residential applications for this technology, namely whole house systems.

        A big downside to this type of filter technology is that the process may create ozone, which is a dangerous gas.

        Primary Use: Removing airborne particulates

         

        As you can see, there are a number of different filtering technologies used in air purifiers today. By knowing what exactly it is you need to remove from your air goes a long way toward identifying the right air purifier for you.

        For more information about IQAir HealthPro Series air purifiers, please visit IQAirHealthProSeries.com.


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          Allergy-Busting Vacuum Cleaners

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          Having an allergy can be really unpleasant. Your energy levels suffer, it dampens your mood, and it gets in the way of doing stuff you enjoy.

          So how can you decrease the likelihood of having an allergic reaction in the first place?

          Well, one powerful solution is to remove as many allergens as possible from your immediate environment. When you have less exposure to these allergens, the chances of a negative bodily reaction are considerably reduced.

          Sure, it’s difficult to do this when you’re outdoors. However, there are definite improvements you can make when at home or an indoor environment

          One great solution is to use a modern-day HEPA filtration vacuum cleaner, like the sebo c3.1. HEPA is an abbreviation for “High Efficiency Energy Particulate”. And these types of filters are extremely effective at removing dust, pollen and allergens from the air and surrounding surfaces.

          In fact, vacuums that are fitted with a HEPA filter can contain an impressive 99.97% of all allergens.

          A key issue with most regular vacuum cleaning units is that too much dust gets back out into the air once it’s been sucked in. And the dust gets airborne and is much more likely to cause an allergic reaction.

          By contrast, systems such as the sebo c3.1 vacuum come with completely sealed canisters that stop this from happening. Dust is trapped within the container and not allowed to escape.

          And if it’s out of the surrounding environment, it’s out of harm’s way.

          To compound this effect, safety measures are in place to keep dust firmly contained when a dust bag is full. They often have a self-locking mechanism that stops dusting from getting back into the air.

          At the end of the day, the technology in a  sebo air belt c3.1 or similar model is great for minimizing allergic reactions to dust. They can significantly improve the quality of life for anyone with dust allergy issues.


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          Amaircare 8500 Air Purifier Brings Considerable Ease To Your Life.

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          The large areas like commercial, residential and offices are best served by the Amaircare 8500 Air purifier. It is a powerful machine that can effectively control the pollutants like general odors, pet dander, pollens, chemicals and VOC’s. It can be attached with the previous ducting system to refresh the incoming air.

          Amaircare 8500 Air purifier uses the best filtration technology to get maximum benefits. One unit HEPA filter is a combination of three filters. Pre-filter, HEPA filter and carbon filter with VOC cartridge are the three filtration layers. Different types of pollutants and chemicals are efficiently removed by these layers. The VOC cartridge is optional but it is recommended for optimal performance. The replacement for pre-filter is due after 3-6 months, HEPA filter after 3-5 years and VOC filter after 6-12 moths.

          The air filter used in Amaircare 8500 Air purifier is technically manufactured from refined material to get a unique performance and consistency. It has the ability to absorb almost 99.5% of general pollutants, molds, pet dander, gases and chemical irritants that are equal to 0.3 microns or greater. The worldwide popularity is due to its remarkable performance.

          Amaircare 8500 Air purifier is a very reliable unit and comes with five years warrantee. Highly efficient and affordable machine. It has great performance and reliability but has unimpressive looks. The heavy duty motor of Amaircare 8500 Air purifier has the capacity to serve huge areas and the try-HEPA filtration system is considerably efficient in removing volatile organic chemicals, molecular toxins, gases and odors. The areas between 1600sqf to3200sqf can be easily purified by it. It comes with a variable speed option. It achieves better efficiency and consumes less energy if operated at minimum speed.

          It has the flexibility of installation and can be easily installed on floors, walls and ceilings. It operates noiselessly as it is installed in the basements away from the living rooms. To get pure and fresh air this purifier re circulates the air with the help of blowers when used with the Heat Range Ventilator (HRV).

          Amaircare 8500 Air cleaner purifier is an energy efficient model. It produces great efficiency at reasonably low consumption of 360 watts per hour. It is quite a heavy model and weighs around 130 pounds. Its height is 50”, width is 17.25” and Length is 28”. You can spare a lot of space if it is wall mounted instead of placing it on the floor.

          Simplicity, robustness and superb efficiency are some of the distinguishing qualities of Amaircare 8500 Air purifier. It is manually operated. A quality make that requires minimum maintenance. The filter replacement cost is a bit higher but when we consider its superb efficiency, the extra running cost is justified. The durability of Amaircare 8500 Air purifier is further enhanced by its stainless steel body and powder coated paint.

          No doubt Amaircare 8500 can best serve your home and office requirements. It is very handy to operate. The optional VOC filter is very efficient against all types of chemicals, gases and molecular irritants. It operates noiselessly as it is installed in the basements. The attachment with the previously installed ducting systems is quite handy. The powerful blower system operates independently to re-circulate the air brought-in by HRV. So it serves your entire home with confidence if you get this Amaircare air purifier.

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          Lactose Intolerance, Milk Protein Intolerance And True Milk Allergy

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          You'll discover that there are three main kinds of dairy intolerance in infants. First of all there is the full blown allergy to milk which is relatively simple to recognize. Secondly there is a lactose intolerance and thirdly, a milk protein intolerance. Working out which type of dairy allergy or intolerance your infant has can be very difficult.

          Lactose Intolerance (Common)

          When your young baby cannot digest lactose, which is the sugar in cows milk, milk products (from any animal) and breast milk this is called a lactose intolerance in babies. The symptoms include, vomiting up whole feeds within a short time after feeding, green stools, intense tummy cramps and not putting on weight. This will usually be picked up quickly by your health professional because any baby not gaining weight will be of concern. After a few months most babies can tolerate lactose, as the body starts manufacturing more lactase.

          Real Allergy to Cows Milk (Rare)

          A second type of allergy, in fact a real allergy to cow's milk, is caused when the newborns body treats the substance as harmful which is what happens in other allergies such as a peanut allergy. In this case symptoms can be extreme and often include, swelling of the mouth, lips and throat, hives, anaphylaxis, and vomiting. If there are severe reactions like this you may need to dial 911 and get your baby or child treated straight away.

          Both of the forms of milk allergy above are described as having immediate reactions. The milk is taken and within a very short time the baby rejects it by vomiting.

          Milk Protein Intolerance (Common)

          What's more difficult to diagnose is a dairy or milk protein intolerance in babies. Milk protein intolerances are usually subject to a delayed response of up to 4 days, so they can be very tricky to diagnose. Your baby will generally be gaining weight at a normal rate. The most common symptoms of a dairy problem include: reflux, being very unsettled, extreme wind, crying in pain, pulling knees up to chest, colic, eczema, difficulty sleeping, constipation and diarrhea.  

          If your baby constantly shows signs of these symptoms it is definitely worth talking to your doctor, midwife or health visitor about trying a dairy free diet for a few weeks or, if you are breast feeding, simply cutting out dairy products from your diet for 2 weeks. It can take up to 4 or 5 days for your baby to get all of the dairy out of their system so it really does have to be an experiment that lasts over a few weeks.

          The majority of infants out grow a milk allergy or intolerance after about 2 years old. There's no need to be concerned if your baby doesn't out grow their intolerance to milk as there are plenty of alternatives such as soya, rice or goats milk.

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