Do you suffer from food allergies or suspect you may have intolerances?
Researchers estimate that 32 million Americans have food allergies, including 5.6 million children under age 18, which is one in 13 children.
Highly processed foods and foods containing a variety of additives, fillers, and chemicals can increase the chance of allergic reaction or contamination. Fresh cold-pressed juices, free from the individual’s known allergens, are a delicious way to cut out highly processed foods and receive all the necessary nutrients to fuel your day.
Taking this to the next step, some people choose to incorporate cold-pressed juices into their overall wellness routines when managing dietary sensitivities. There are many factors that can explain the benefits of cold-pressed juice for allergies. We’ll explore some of the core reasons why this may be.
Food allergies are an immune response to proteins, or allergens, that are normally harmless. This harmful immune response can be mild or severe and can manifest in a range of symptoms for different people, affecting different parts of the body. More than 170 foods have been reported to cause allergic reactions.
Histamines play a key part in this process, In the most common type of food allergy, an antibody known as immunoglobulin E (IgE) mistakenly targets a certain protein found in food as a threat. IgE can cause several chemicals to be released, the most important being histamine.
The good news?
There are plenty of delicious fruits and vegetables that contain natural anti-histamines!
These are a range of compounds that have been shown to help combat allergies, which is why cold-pressed juices can be part of a balanced diet that supports overall wellness.
Having fresh, uncooked fruit and vegetables, like we use to make Little West cold-pressed juices, retains maximum nutrient power to optimize benefits and supporting general nutritional needs.
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Fresh fruit and vegetables are the core of any anti-inflammatory diet. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and other compounds that combat inflammation, fresh cold-pressed juice is a go-to source of easy-to-consume anti-inflammatories, many of which we will explore further, such as Bromelain in pineapple, Capsaicin in chili peppers, and other capsicums, Curcumin in turmeric, Quercetin in many different fruits and vegetables, and Vitamin C, to name a few.
Removing possible allergens from the diet is easier with juices than with highly processed foods, and a detox for allergies could also help to increase general wellbeing.
Detoxification as a part of complementary and alternative medicine is described as working by releasing “toxins” from the body contaminated by metabolites and environmental toxins or by overindulgence. Some studies explore the relationship between nutrition, hydration, and immune function. Hydration and adequate vitamins are key, so the solution of cold-pressed juice for allergies is ideal!
Researchers have found that oxidative stress plays a key part in allergies. Vitamin C plays a role in immune system function and is widely available in fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps to combat oxidative stress and is believed to help alleviate allergy symptoms. To better understand how antioxidant-rich ingredients support overall wellness, explore our Cold-Pressed Juicing & Wellness ingredient guide. The best part? Vitamin C is widely available in most of your favorite fruits and many vegetables, including dark green leafy ones, perfect for juicing.
Quercetin has been studied for its potential role in supporting normal inflammatory responses. Quercetin is a flavonol that belongs to the class of flavonoids, which is a large family of polyphenols representing very widely spread secondary plant metabolites. Quercetin is found in many foods, such as apples, grapes, berries, broccoli, and many more.
Not only can fruits and vegetables containing Quercetin help in reducing allergy symptoms, but Quercetin also exerts a large spectrum of biological effects including anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, and antioxidant properties. Quercetin content is one of the primary reasons why so many fruits and vegetables are beneficial as cold-pressed juice for allergies. Maybe an apple a day really can keep the doctor away!
Ginger and its extracts have been valued for their medical properties including antinausea, anti-inflammation, and many other benefits. And ginger has been studied for its role in supporting normal immune and inflammatory responses.
Try Little West’s Gingersnap if you love some gingery spice!
Turmeric is also known as “Indian Saffron” for its vibrant yellow color, but unlike saffron, comes from a rhizome or root. Turmeric has been revered for millennia for its health-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties, and for good reason.
Science has illustrated the benefits of turmeric, which are largely attributed to the compound curcumin and its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Interestingly, piperine found in Black pepper can increase the bioavailability of curcumin and maximize its benefits by 2000%!
Our Fireball Juice is packed with ginger and turmeric, and has added black pepper and cayenne for a capsaicin kick! An ultimate pick-me-up juice for allergies and maintaining general wellbeing.
If you’re allergic to pineapple, this one obviously isn’t for you! Bromelain is an enzyme found in pineapples. Bromelain is popular as a natural remedy for swelling or inflammation, especially of the sinuses. Research suggests that bromelain can reduce allergic sensitization and allergic airway disease thanks to its anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties.
With Fuji Apple, Cucumber, Kale, Turmeric, Mint, Lemon, and Dandelion - it’s not only delicious but it’s also full of Vitamin C, Turmeric for Curcumin, Enzymes, Vitamins B and D, Potassium, Antioxidants, and Iron. A flavorful combination of fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
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Little West’s Anti-Inflammation Kit has 12 cold-pressed juices made from raw anti-inflammatory ingredients like kale, ginger, and turmeric. They’re a delicious part of a healthy, anti-inflammation diet, and our top selection of juices for allergies. The kit also contains Gold’n Greens, which is a refreshing blend made with nutrient-rich ingredients.
Now you’re all clued up on the benefits of juice for allergies, and the science behind using a detox for allergies.
Cold-pressed juice has so many beneficial ingredients, Why not give our cold-pressed juice cleanse a try and see how incorporating cold-pressed juices fits into your overall wellness routine. Who knows - maybe you’ll notice other benefits too, like a clearer complexion and better digestion!
