What's involved in an 'allergy test' session and what an
'Allergy Tester' does!
Peter
Burgess
Dip BER
Peter
qualified with a Diploma in Bio-Energetic Medicine from Bio-Medscan,
Halifax in December 2001 & offers Allergy Testing, MORA Therapy, Aqua-Detox
& Bach Flower Remedies.
The British Allergy Foundation
estimates that up to 45% of the UK population suffers from illness
related to food sensitivities (at some time or other) and it is
similar in other Western countries.
Asthma
Cases of asthma have doubled
in the last ten years.
Asthma causes one death every
four hours and over one in five households have one or more member
suffering from asthma.
Out of all child admissions
into hospital, 50% are asthma related.
One of the main triggers for
an allergic reaction is the common dust mite.
The dust mite and its waste is
responsible for 80% of asthma and countless eczema cases. Up to 2
million dust mites live in one double bed.
Four million people in the UK
alone suffer from dust mite allergies.
Other
triggers are bee/wasp stings, pollen, animal dander and certain foods.
DIET
& WEIGHT
Weight Fluctuations are very
often associated with fluid retention problems. In fact marked
weight fluctuation (maybe several pounds within twenty four hours) can
be directly caused by food intolerance.
A study into irritable bowel
syndrome at the Radcliffe Royal Infirmary found that 39% of patients
found wheat to be contributing factor to their IBS after completing an
eliminative diet.
In a study on migraines in
children at the Hospital for Sick Children, Dr. Egger found that 24% of
those studied had migraines as a reaction to wheat.
Trials by Great Ormond Street Hospital in 1983, set
out to discover whether migraine in children was a food allergy.
On a restricted diet they had a 93% success rate in curing the
migraines. Cows' milk and cheese were found to be the number 1
culprits. Interestingly the children had relief from many other
ailments while eliminating dairy produce.
The
testing method is within the field of Bio-Energetic Regulatory Medicine
(BER Medicine). The equipment used is the German made Mora RMS10.
The
patient holds an electrode whilst the practitioner electronically measures
the sensitivity to certain products by touching the tip of the finger
(or toe) with a measuring tip. Ampoules of substance are placed in a
"Honeycomb" one at a time to indicate sensitivity to certain
products.
NB. Only children of 7-8 years of age upwards can be tested. This is
mainly to do with their ability to sit sensibly and can grasp an
understanding of the test procedure.
The Test
procedure is non invasive and we do not take blood!
Some Common Problems Associated
with Allergies
-
Digestive Disorders
-
Headaches, Head Pain and
Migraines
-
Tiredness, Acute &
Chronic Fatigue
-
Overweight & Obesity
-
Eczema and other Skin
Complaints i.e. psoriasis
-
Asthma
-
Arthritis and Joint Pain
-
Catarrh & Excess Mucous
production
-
Sinus Pain & Congestion
-
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
(IBS)
-
Anxiety and Depression
-
Hyperactivity &
hyperactive disorders, i.e. ADD & ADHD
This
test consists of 100 foods, including over 30 vitamins and minerals
that may be insufficient.
Advanced
Tests
Food
Additives (incl. E Numbers)
Household
Allergens & Pollens
Bach
Flower Remedies
Results
are instant and will be compiled for you to take away at the end of the
one hour session.
Before
the test
Before
arriving for a test please would you avoid the following as they can mask
the accuracy.
If
possible do not:
We
normally test on fingers, but if necessary, we can use toes.
We
cannot test people with pacemakers
Avoid, where possible, the taking of
any medication (for 24 hours prior to the test), in particular
anti-histamines, sleeping tablets, anti-depressants, steroids, etc
Does it Hurt?
No,
the testing is non-intrusive and completely pain free.
How long does it take for the test results?
The Allergy Test results are
given at the end of the consultation.
Can Children be tested?
Yes, minimum age for testing children is 5 years
old. Please note that the child must be able to sit still for
approximately 30 minutes during testing.
Will I need more than one treatment?
We
recommend that you return for a follow up test after 3 months so that we
can monitor your progress and advise on the safe re-introduction of foods
into your diet.
Will I have to give up certain foods altogether?
No,
we will compile your own personal elimination programme with a view to
re-introducing the problem foods back into your diet after a minimum of 3
months.
Will it affect any medication I am taking?
This is a
complimentary diagnostic therapy that combines well with traditional
medicine.
For more details and information, please see
For
more info check Pete's Sites
For info on other allergy testing, screening & treatment at the
Centre see;
Asyra
Bio-Energetic Health Screening &
NAET (Nambudripad's Allergy
Elimination Techniques)
NB
This type of allergy test tests for the reaction of the
bio-energetic system of the person to a particular food or other
substance. This in our opinion is a reliable indicator of allergy,
sensitivity, hypersensitivity and intolerances. This method should
not be confused with the blood test types of allergy & sensitivity
that only looks for specific immune system reactions i.e. the
production of IgE (classic allergic response) and IgG (accumulative
hypersensitivity & sensitivity). As yet there are no blood
allergy tests that are known to be reliable and some studies have
even found no immunological indicators in the blood in groups of
people with obvious atopic / allergic reactions.
I would
happily discuss this with anyone of another opinion and am open to
any new evidence to the contrary.
Andrew.
13/02/2008 Contact
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