An individual can be allergic to anything:  food, drinks, pharmaceutical drugs, herbs, vitamins, water, clothing, jewelry, chemicals, paint, silicone, latex, plastics, pollen, grasses, etc.  Allergy symptoms can range from mild to debilitating reactions to life-threatening illnesses.  Medical scientists are still researching to find the exact cause and nature of allergies.  From a Western medical point of view, an allergy is an overreaction of the immune system.  In NAET, allergies are viewed from a holistic perspective based on Oriental Medical principles and defined in terms of the effect an allergic substance has on the energy flow of the body.

An allergy is a condition of unusual sensitivity of a person to one or more substances which may be harmless to the majority of other individuals.  In the allergic person, the allergic substance (known as an allergen) is viewed by the brain as a threat to the body's well-being.  When contact is made with an allergen, it causes blockages in the energy pathways called meridians, disrupting the normal flow of energy through the body's electrical circuits.  This energy blockage causes interference in communication between the brain and body via the nervous system which begins a chain of events that can develop into an allergic response.

Undiagnosed allergies are often the cause of common or chronic illnesses which when left untreated can become serious or critical.  Through illness, pain, inflammation, headaches, fever, heart attacks, stroke, abnormal growths, tumors, and various physical, physiological and psychological discomforts, the brain signals the body about the possible dangers if the energy blockages remain within the body.  The result of energy imbalances in the body leads to a diminished state of health in one or more organ systems.  By reprogramming the brain and removing the blockages from the energy pathways, NAET allows the body to regain perfect balance (homeostasis) and function normally to reach optimum health.

In 1983 Dr. Devi Nambudripad, D.C., L.Ac., R.N., Ph.D. invented NAET and began extensive research and development for a new, effective approach to the diagnosis and elimination of allergies.  Dr. Nambudripad's knowledge in Eastern and Western medicine gave her the insight and guidance to develop this unique treatment in order to overcome her own serious allergic food reactions.  She shares the amazing story of her personal struggles to free herself from lifelong allergies in the book "Say Goodbye To Illness."

Currently, conventional medicine has several methods for diagnosing allergies which include the intradermal test, patch test, scratch test, and various blood tests such as RAST test and ELIZA test.  The standard treatment is drug therapy using either antihistamines or steroids to control allergic symptoms.  Unfortunately, this does not correct the underlying problem and often the allergy sufferer experiences serious long-term side effects.  The most effective treatment option until now has been complete avoidance of the offending allergen(s) which can be difficult and in some cases impossible.

NAET is an innovative technique that is completely natural, painless and non-invasive.  This method can be used safely on anyone, even newborn infants, the elderly, patients in a coma, and pets.  NAET can also be used to balance healthy individuals with hidden allergies that could cause illness in the future.  In addition, NAET can complement other medical therapies requiring the use of pharmaceutical drugs (e.g. antibiotics, chemotherapy, radiation) to help with any side effects and to maximize the effectiveness of the drugs.

With the progress of modern science and technology, new chemicals and products are being developed every day which create potential allergens for many people.  NAET is a truly revolutionary solution that provides relief from adverse reactions to new allergens and empowers the individual to live a better life in our modern world.

NAET is a synthesis of Chinese medicine and kinesiology.  Nambudripad's Testing Techniques utilize Muscle Response Testing (MRT) which indicates the kinetic imbalance in the body caused by allergens.  The NAET technique stimulates acupressure points along the spine from the neck to the sacrum while the patient is holding an allergen.  After the acupressure, a strong MRT indicates that the body's response to the allergen has been balanced.  Specific acupressure points are then massaged or acupuncture needles may be inserted for 20 minutes to stabilize the clearing.  The substance must then be completely avoided for 25 hours following the session for best results.  Allergens are cleared one at a time in a specific sequence.  Normally only one item is cleared on a given day.  In most cases one session is all that is required to eliminate an allergy if NAET is applied properly.  Individuals who are highly sensitive may sometimes require additional sessions.

Prior to beginning the clearing, patients are invited to schedule a free consultation to discuss their cases with our clinician or to read one of the NAET guide books, such as "Say Goodbye To Illness" or "Say Goodbye To Your Allergies."  These and other titles are available at our clinic or may be purchased online at www.naet.com.