Red light therapy supports penis health and sexual health in three direct ways: increased production of energy in the cells, increased blood flow, and reduced inflammation. So I still think that there are things that you can do with diet, maybe with supplementation if your body is going to take it. Red. It reduces itchiness, redness, sneezing, coughing, and mucous production. Whats confusing and controversial is the effectiveness of the treatment for the purposes its being promoted. GI map - high gut dysbiosis, low stomach acid, low DAO (possible SIBO - awaiting test kit) no histamine bacteria found to be out of range..the only reason they suggested SIBO is E.coli is slightly high Urine histamine - very very high Cortisol come back perfect. Not all fish are high in histamine, but certain varieties, including tuna, mackerel, mahi mahi and anchovy, contain high amounts. DrMR: Its always a pleasure chatting with you, because I can tell that you are an experienced clinician. Oh, that person tolerated that. And its allowing us some space for the system to calm, to be less protective and less fearful. And when were working with this issue, the brain is being activated in that same way as it would in any kind of trauma, by any number of toxins or injuries. Histamine is a chemical produced by your immune system that can start a chain reaction to defend against allergens. DrMR: Right. Not necessarily, like, if you have histamine intolerance, you still want to go through the same hoops you want to go through. But still with this question of, Whats the problem? Why is the body in such a state of fear? DrMR: So I dont want people to misconstrue this as, My God, Ive got to go through six months to see anything. Youll likely be having positive feedback, which will invigorate your motivation between one and three weeks. Common symptoms are: Abdominal cramps Abnormal menstrual cycle Anxiety Arrhythmia, or accelerated heart rate Difficulty falling asleep Difficulty regulating body temperature Fatigue Flushing Other potential medical uses being investigated include: Lots of other uses are being touted on the internet. And Im specializing more with mast cell activation and histamine intolerance issues. Is that where you want to take us? HIT is thought to be due to a build-up of histamine. The combination reduced allergy symptoms more than red light alone. Histamine-containing foods: red wine and champagne hard cheese avocado smoked or canned fish September 16, 2019. When I say treat, most of these patients have a certain level of something, whether its bacterial overgrowth or mycotoxicity or Lyme disease, or some sort of significant dysbiosis or viral infection that needs to be managed. This skin disease causes itching and dry skin rashes and the messenger substance histamine plays an important role. So weve had a chance to elaborate on this. So not to disparage anyone, I just want to prop you up and say, I appreciate the tenured and level-headed approach that you bring to nutrition and functional medicine nutrition. And those historically have been some of the most challenging cases to work with. I actually just left my position there in December. Wavelengths of light between 630-880nm can affect all skin layers, reaching into blood vessels, lymph pathways, nerves, and hair follicles. Increase fibroblast production, which makes collagen. So really trying, again, to turn the volume down on what the brain has to do. So six months is the absolute minimum. Step 1: Down-Regulate Histamine Driving Estrogen. I wouldnt recommend really heavy duty massage, or anything really that is too hard on the system. Doris Day, MD, clinical assistant professor of dermatology, New York University Langone Medical Center. Thats the population that were really talking about. H1-receptors are blocked with H1-antihistamines to prevent most symptoms. Because the immunoglobulins contained in Intestinal Support Formula address the often overlooked piece of your gut health, your immune system. And thats perpetuating the fear. HT: Exactly. Some studies also include a comparison to another commonly used treatment. So thats what Ive been doing, always trying to find the in, for a long time and with varying success. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3926176/), Visitation, mask requirements and COVID-19 information. Red light therapy is nontoxic, noninvasive, and considered safe for all skin types. Because every time we give them something, its this hyperreactive thing that could take weeks to clear. Additionally, H2-receptors are blocked with an H2-antihistamine in case of excess gastric acid or other gastric / intestinal symptoms. HT: Interesting. According to Kinetik, it uses "red light therapy to suppress the cells that release histamine, thereby relieving the symptoms of hayfever and allergic rhinitis." You would find kind of the in with one patient and get them feeling better. Results can then be compared between the emerging treatment versus no treatment (the placebo group) or versus a current standard treatment. Light therapy may be recommended when SAD symptoms are severe enough to affect patients' daily lives. Histamine helps regulate many bodily functions including digestion, sleep, sexual function, and blood pressure, and in the brain it functions as a neurotransmitter, carrying chemical messages between nerve cells. The near infrared rays penetrate 3 inches (7.6 cm), some say as much as 9 inches (22.8cm) inside your body. A small percentage of users are allergic to eye drops. A few conditions might prohibit the light from working as well with some people.The Bionase nasal red light device. They might stop sleeping. And Im going to test EMF inside the canopy. Allergic symptom red light therapy has no side effects. What more can we do to step back and really help a more complex and sensitive population calm some of that sensitivity? And over the course of time, the wiring changes in such a way that it just continues and continues and continues, even if those stressors are not present anymore. DrMR: Yup, which makes sense. Also, when positioned correctly this light emits zero EMF. With medicine, the nasal congestion dropped by 32%. And thats what I would find in this population, that they were highly sensitive, not just to supplements and food but to everything. Because in most cases, going through and treating the SIBO or treating the mycotoxin or what have you is going to be what you need to do. But you have to have some filter. To use the nasal probe light, first cover the lights with the clean covers called probes. So even though shes asking for a six-month minimum, I will typically start to see a reduction in anxiety and improvement in sleep and an improvement in energy. Why? HT: Yeah, exactly. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. I would also add in, actually, dysbiosis, from medications and multiple rounds of antibiotics. Theyre now offering $50 off select panels if you visit PlatinumTherapyLights.com. And then, also remind people where they can track you down on the internet. Hi, everyone. Just very light, light touch things that can at least help to calm the system down a little bit more. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by FDA-approved research. Youre incorporating immunoglobulins at this time, and really finding this potentiation effect. Because when not handled appropriately, the subset of patients or clients that are very sensitive, I think, really run the risk of being very disserved by a community that can sometimes be overzealous about things like gluten or dietary restrictions or supplement popping. Use a nasal probe red and infrared light to treat the allergic histamine response. Researchers tested subjects patency using rhinometry (nasal measuring) devices before and after red light treatment. Tune in to hear prevention and treatment strategies for PCOS, thyroid disease, menopause, and more. All of these invisible things that are impacting us, that were just taking for granted, that are just a part of what we do at this point, we do need to question, to what extent are they impacting us? Also, when positioned correctly this light emits zero EMF. This enzyme has been clinically tested and found to break down food-derived histamine in the digestive tract. Theyre doing both Dr. Gupta and Annie Hopper. Then you reassess at six months. But my theorizing aside, can you give just your brief background, in case they didnt catch the first episode? So I think there is a there there. Comparison of the effects of 665 nm low level diode Laser Hat versus and a combination of 665 nm and 808nm low level diode Laser Scanner of hair growth in androgenic alopecia. HT: Lets see, given that theres very little I can give them supplementally, Ive been working a lot with meditation with my patients, for a long time. I think it might have even happened one or two more times after that. You may have seen these effects illustrated by medicines that block histamine. Low level laser therapy (Classes I, II and III) for treating rheumatoid arthritis. In any case, this is a must try if youve done everything else for your gut. Shes like, Oh, no, no. The eye drops can cause a stuffy and runny nose, and sensitivity to light. One of the first things doctors will recommend for histamine intolerance is an elimination diet. Red light therapy uses very low levels of heat and doesnt hurt or burn the skin. Red light relieves itching, sneezing, coughing, and runny mucous. Red light therapy (RLT) is a treatment that may help skin, muscle tissue, and other parts of your body heal. February 28, 2023 by Debbie Moon. Red light therapy (RLT) is used to treat skin disorders, muscle fatigue, hair loss, and joint pain. Today, back with us is Heidi Turner. What do we do to turn the volume down? I wanted to say thank you to Platinum LEDwhich helped make this podcast possible. According to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, around 1% of the population has histamine intolerance, also known as histamine sensitivity. Going into airplane mode. You can visitIntestinalSupportFormula.comto learn more. It exposes you to low levels of red or near-infrared light. Thats when you look at that history of that person and see, what were the predisposing factors that led to their level of hypersensitivity versus everybody elses? The bulbs emit near and middle infrared rays. Histamine is vital for our day-to-day biological rhythms. So thats where going into the history becomes really important as well. Its lovely stuff. Other names you might hear to describe red light therapy include: NASA originally began experimenting with red light therapy on plant growth in space and then to help heal wounds in astronauts. Most say that the studies published so far show some potential for certain conditions, but that more studies need to be conducted. And there are no set rules on how much light to use. Mast cell disorders and methylation imbalances are both connected to histamine, but there are separate systems that control histamine. Theres no scientific evidence to support red light therapy use in weight loss, cancer, cellulite removal or mental health concerns like depression and seasonal affective disorder (SAD). But it is different than a food allergy. Its something that Ive noticed myself when I get too liberal with histamine foods. But youre absolutely right that for some people, if theres any indication that they may be having a reaction, they really start with this cascade of fear. INTRODUCTION. Im not sure around Dr. Guptas program. No product order inquiries. So about a year ago, I was working with a patient and we had just had our initial session. Well, is this the missing piece that I havent really been considering, because Im not a neuroscientist? And its not in your head. Welcome back toDr. Ruscio Radio. Natural Solutions for Interstitial Cystitis and Histamine Intolerance. What is it protecting? HT: Yeah, sure. Just popping bottles and bottles of supplements and being afraid of food. You may want to call your health insurance company before seeking treatment. Low-level laser (light) therapy (LLLT) in skin: stimulating, healing, restoring. Yes, red light relieves the histamine reaction that allergies can cause. DrMR: Right. Id also like to thank and tell you aboutIntestinal Support Formula. Most researchers say results so far look promising, but that more quality studies with larger numbers of people are needed. Doing this kind of work strengthens your immune system. Im open to it. Also, the treatment does not use ultraviolet (UV) light, which is reported to cause skin cancer . Phase 2: Challenge test to confirm diagnosis. Key takeaways: ~ Drinking alcohol is often a problem for people with histamine intolerance. Im a bit skeptical, but also curious to see what kind of benefit one may garner from limitation. In addition to helping those with SAD and depression, blue light may help with sun damage and acne. Some histamine intolerance symptoms mimic an actual allergic reaction. I got an EMF-sensing device and did an experiment where I live with the WiFi on and the WiFi off. But recently, many of Heidis patients have seen significant healing results from an unexpected natural therapy. I was a provider there working with seven, sometimes eight, rheumatologists and seeing a fairly complex population of patients with autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. And its a program, its a thing, its not just something that youre just going to do. Clinic studies have shown that Red Light Therapy can improve eyesight. Is it low histamine, low sulfur, low fermentable? Red light therapy (RLT) involves exposing the body to low-wavelength red light. Were going to be discussing histamine intolerance, mast cell activation, and how we can use some other therapies that are maybe not so much the frontline therapies to help in this highly sensitive subgroup of patients. DrMR: If youre looking for more support, more of a verbose explanation, maybe a bit more handholding, then the Annie Hopper DNRS program was a little bit better. So were already there. Id also like to thank and tell you about Intestinal Support Formula. The frustrating part was that everybody was different. Hives, itching or eczema. Typical symptoms of histamine intolerance such as flatulence, diarrhea, urge to stool, nausea and cramp-like pain appear about 30 minutes after eating. If youre interested in red light therapy, ask your healthcare provider if this is an option for your skin issue. I just want to make sure we pull people out of the black hole of despair and remind them that the foundational factors will get you very far. This is not a one-time treatment for most skin conditions. The research here, while preliminary, has shown encouraging results for an array of applications including thyroid, skin health, anti-aging, joint pain, muscle recovery, and body composition. Then its also common to see some reversal in the progress that you make. If you still need it at that point, you continue. Theres a difference between sitting there and going through our phone, sitting and reading a book, or listening to music, right? I dont know if anyone has noticed this, that were dealing with a lot of stressors these days. What are the things that we might not consider, that arent just the diet? HT: Yeah. But there is a lesser known intolerance that is the topic of this post - histamine intolerance. When youre not feeling well, you can think that things are far worse than they are. They can use each of these different tools in different situations. Red Light Therapy Treatment Time Calculator. Im a functional dietician/nutritionist. But at this point in time, theres not enough evidence to support most uses. DrMR: Theres a lot of nuance. So I spent the last 12 years there. Your safest option is to see a dermatologist or qualified, trained, cosmetic therapist. The limbic system is part of our brain that assimilates incoming information and it determines how the body is going to respond to something. And maybe EMFs. She said, Im really noticing that Im much less sensitive to my environment, much less sensitive to my food, and really feeling in a better place. So I thought that was interesting. I get that. Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC. So when were working with some level of limbic system injury or damage, the idea of this dysfunction is that when one experiences a level of toxic overloadand the brain continues to trigger these cells protective mechanisms to manage these traumas, because the brain is plasticit can get stuck in a state of chronic emergency. Hear what works according to Tests can be helpful to rule out a serious condition or when the data provided treats the individual. Infrared light is invisible, sitting near red light on the electromagnetic spectrum at 800nm-1millimeter. This is Dr. Ruscio. Red light therapy is used for therapeutic purposes and utilizes red and near-infrared (NIR) light to treat the body at the cellular level. Im like, Oh, the brain? Which is then perpetuating the issue from the limbic system perspective. It benefits your health with virtually no known side effects. Its usually done in a doctors office. My history with this is, again, working with the autoimmune population. But again, not really able to fully open the diet up, lets say, or really calm things down and reset whats going on. When, in actuality, you might just be seeing a really responsive group of patients. Is that an accurate representation? So just this really highly sensitized population. I still work with all of those things, absolutely. Anything that I would try to do to help the individual was just met with severe reactivity. This is Dr. Ruscio. Or there still is that level of hypersensitivity that is present, until they can basically train the brain in such a way so that it becomes less sensitive to that. (We cannot see infrared light, so you will only see red when you look at the bulb. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners. Never hesitate to ask your healthcare provider about treatment options including if you have an interest in a particular therapy, if its appropriate to use for your skin condition and if its safe and effective. Our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strive to be objective, unbiased, honest and to present both sides of the argument. Just to reiterate, the two main thrusts of this are reducing your screen time and WiFi exposure, combined with some type of limbic system retraining. Im fully wired. In this episode, Heidi shares her experience treating this unique group of patients, and explains why targeting the limbic system has been effective. Infrared light is a type of energy your eyes cant see, but your body can feel as heat. Phase 3: Continuation of diet with slow reintroduction of varied diet. Because the immunoglobulins contained in Intestinal Support Formula address the often overlooked piece of your gut health, your immune system. As an Amazon Associate an affiliate of several companies, EMFChannel.com earns from qualifying purchases. DrMR: Its almost as if theres a law of diminishing returns with being attentive to oneself. And that filter is usually, Okay, if I hear this a few more times, then Im really going to start looking at this. So yeah, exact same process goes for my practice. Formerly known as Intestinal Repair Formula, we had to change the name because only a drug can repair your intestines. And this was all within a short period of time. There were three sessions a day for 14 days. Hopefully its tolerated and accepted at that point, when Im starting to see a really significant expansion of dietary tolerance. I would say, like, 80% to 90%. Antihistamines can dry the mouth, blur the vision, and create confusion. But its also avoid the triggers. Options may or may not include red light therapy. Yes, red light allergy probes significantly reduce histamine symptoms. DrMR: And I pretty much dont ever use my WiFi at home. Red light therapy does NOT increase swelling, sneezing, coughing, itchiness, burning, or stinging. Three phases from diagnosis to the start of therapy: Phase 1: Elimination diet (4-6 weeks) until the subject is free of symptoms. So the limbic system is really this lovely thing. This article is based on scientific evidence, written by experts and fact checked by experts. Great. What do we need to do to look at the relationships in their life? And Ive been doing my own experimentation, because I started working remotely via Skype and FaceTime and all of that. Policy. Everybody is very different, but thats most common. Weve got a lot coming at us. Looking at this piece, how the brain works, how the brain directs the body, how the hypothalamus directs how our immune system works and our endocrine function works, and all those things that we see are in distress in this hypersensitive population. And this is terrific, I think, giving people another clinicians perspective on how this can be really helpful. Then you tried the exact same thing, and the next patient was never the same. Like if theyre in a restaurant and theyre having a reaction, starting with tapping will actually help to abate that reaction, so that they dont have to jump up and start doing rounds or whatever. Improve psoriasis, rosacea and eczema. get either the study treatment or a placebo (fake or sham treatment) for treatment of the same condition. So you have to put it in at the right time. Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. Im seeing the subset of people with inflammatory conditions that didnt quite fit within the standard model of autoimmunity or neuro issues or gastrointestinal issues. 4. I have tried antihistamines and steroid treatments. Red light therapy (RLT) is a controversial therapeutic technique that uses red low-level wavelengths of light to treat skin issues, such as wrinkles, scars, and persistent wounds, among other. So for this population, just starting from a high level here, what are the main facets that you found to be helpful (that might differ from person to person)? You may also find you have unexplained bruises on your body and bleed easily. Were done. Thats the population that I work with. As this continues, were being exposed continuously to any one or more of these stressors, were going to continue to have this reaction in the brain. And in engaging in this program, were starting to be able to actually get in there. Certainly, from a symptom management perspective, I do help to guide the patient into working into the diet thats going to be the least reactive, while doing all of these things to help strengthen that immune system and strengthen that nervous system. red and watery eyes; a runny nose; sneezing. It's easy to see how histamine intolerance could get lumped with other 21st century diet "intolerances"namely, gluten and lactoseconditions that skeptics say far more people think they . I had one patient who actually did both, and he was telling me, If youre type A and you just want to get in, get it done and get out, the Gupta Program was his preferred choice. So you want to help them manage their daily life. But this is not an allergic reaction to the fish itself. So its been like this for 12 years, working with this population. DrMR: So your current focus indirectly posits that the reason you feel many of the sensitive patients to be sensitive is because its underlaid by a degree of histamine intolerance and/or mast cell activation. My cellphone is pulling. The group treated with red light had a 49% reduction in these symptoms: Yes, you can use red light allergy treatment along with antihistamine and steroid treatments. Sometimes, you might hit a wall and not feel like its working anymore. Okay, so I definitely want to get into the facets of the therapeutic protocol (for lack of a better term) that youre using here. I wanted to say thank you to Platinum LED which helped make this podcast possible. The majority of my career has been at The Seattle Arthritis Clinic in Seattle, Washington. These people that have this dont have allergies. Researchers set out to test the effect of red (but not infrared) light on increasing nasal airflow (nasal patency). 00:10:53Make Sure Basics Are Addressed First 00:15:31The Limbic System: One Key to Treatment 00:17:55Typically, a History of Trauma 00:25:44Programs for Limbic System Retraining 00:29:42Hyper-attentiveness & Sensitivity 00:32:18Comparison of Retraining Programs 00:37:20The Potential Impact of Screens & EMFs 00:42:38Immunoglobulin Support 00:49:26Episode Wrap-up 00:52:42, Download this Episode (right click link and Save As). Stimulate collagen production, which gives skin its structure, strength and elasticity. Just, how do we step back a little bit more? Wheezing, nasal congestion or trouble breathing. The brain is already wired to a point of trauma. Some of my patients are also bringing tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) into it. Hives and itchy skin. This can make it difficult to pinpoint or diagnose. HT: So I find We have to stop the tests, especially in this population. Thats really important because the quality of life for people who are extremely hypersensitive is really poor. You can visit IntestinalSupportFormula.com to learn more. Then about a week or two later, another one of my patients came to me and said, Im doing this limbic system retraining stuff and Im starting to notice a shift. So in my line of work, if I have more than a couple of people come and give me similar feedback from anything that theyre doing, Im starting to get interested. Red light therapy may help with: Red light therapy is generally considered safe, even though researchers arent exactly sure how and why it works. DrMR: Yeah, I think thats a really good way of interpreting it. You can also buy your own red light therapy device. That could be eczema. So you have to make sure that youre sticking with it. Let me think about that. 5 Hair Loss The antioxidant plant compound quercetin found in such foods as onions, broccoli, apples, berries, and grapes may help to relieve the symptoms of histamine intolerance. I certainly dont think its helping us, in terms of how hypersensitized were becoming to our environments. Many researchers say more clinical trials are needed to confirm its effectiveness as a treatment. Again, the patients that I work with are those who have already gone through most of these hoops, and have already been through the months. During treatment, skin specialists may use a combination of lights to treat your specific issue.