Two years ago I had my first ever allergic reaction. I had taken precautions to avoid a cold or flu all season and then in April, I got a bad case of sneezes and sniffles.
My chiropractor, Dr. Scott, recommended probiotics. It sounded wacky to me, that one's breathing is affected by the bacteria in one's gut, however, I was willing to give his suggestions a try.
Dr. Scott specifically recommended adding either unpasteurized sauerkraut or kimchi to my diet. I would do so, after first finding almost immediate relief from GNC probiotics. As the allergies improved, I usually discontinued the sauerkraut or kimchi. I like sauerkraut, but not served cold and cooking it destroys its probiotics. I like Kimchi but it is something I can take or leave and each time my allergies improved, I stopped eating and buying Kimchi.
Most of this week I have had some allergic reactions, mostly just coughing. Yesterday (Friday, April 28) my allergies were at an all-time high, putting me at an all time low. Continuous sneezing and runny nose but worse yet, the fatigue that comes from insufficient oxygen. Earlier in the week--Tuesday-- my goto grocery store had no Kimchi on the shelf. This was also the situation on Friday but I asked one of the green-smocked produce guys for assistance. With his assistance, I was able to procure a jar of mild and a jar of spicy kimchi. I consumed two 4 oz. servings later that day (see food log.)
This has thrown my routine off. I slept late and as of this writing (2:57 PM), I have consumed only HCG drops and a tablespoon of phenylalanine. The sneezing and sniffles have subsided but I still cough a bit and I do no feel energetic. A low-fat or low-calorie diet can also bring about some lethargy so I don't need anything else to compound my fatigue.
More Kimchi soon!
Get Over Yourselves and Just Do “It”
15 years ago
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