Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any side effects?

When the body has been freed of an intolerance or allergy to which it has been exposed to in the past, any damaged tissues will begin to break down and reabsorb back into the body. The odd headache, sore throat, sinus congestion, tired or lethargic feeling, aches and pains or even nausea are all usually signs of the body regenerating new cells and cleansing itself. This is known as a “healing crisis”. A healing crisis can start the day after the session up to 3 weeks in some cases, and may last from 1 to 28 days. For this reason, many are surprised when the intolerances they have been cleared of are still causing problems. In fact, they may appear to be getting sick. This is actually a good sign, not a bad one. The body is merely re-experiencing the same symptoms, temporarily, as it now returns on the uphill road, throwing off and eliminating toxic wastes.

How long will I be free of any intolerance once I have had it removed?

It requires only 1 to 4 sessions to clear an allergy/intolerance in minutes. Approximately 75% to 80% of intolerances are cleared the first session. However, depending on the degree of intolerance, and stress level of the client, amount of bodily toxins and the strength of the person’s immune system, the others may require a minimum of 4 to 6 sessions to completely clear the symptoms. Once the intolerance is removed, you will most likely never experience symptoms from the same substance again.

Should I be tested by my doctor after my B.I.E. session?

During this recovery period, you may decide to visit your Medical Allergist to be tested for that particular substance. The results of the test will usually show as “positive”. This is normal. This is merely due to the substance bypassing the first line of defense when it is administered directly into the skin or bloodstream with a scratch test or intradermal test. Occasionally there may be an 8 month delay before you test negative to the scratch or intradermal test and a 6 to 8 week duration before you experience relief from all symptoms. This is largely due to IgE antibodies of the immune system. It may even take your body several months to reprogram the immune system to recognize the substance before complete recovery can be achieved. However, if you follow the guidelines mentioned above, you should find the BIE program highly effective in removing all symptoms of allergy.

How long before I see results?

It usually requires only 1 to 4 sessions to desensitize an allergy . Approximately 75-80% of intolerances are cleared the first session. However, the other 20-25% may require a second, third or, even a forth session. Once the intolerance is removed, it is removed, usually without requiring yearly visits unless one or more of the following factors are influencing your lifestyle.

How many sessions will I need?

These factors will decide whether you will need more than one session with your Holistic Allergist:

1. Your level of Hydration

Dehydration can be detrimental to your health for many reasons. In regard to allergy, proper hydration is essential in assuring the success of the BIE treatments. During the BIE session, a low .5 microamp current is introduced to the body through various acupressure points. The frequency of the current is stored within the water of each cell of the body. If your body is dehydrated, the frequency cannot easily be stored in the body’s cells, and the desensitizing process will not be as effective.

2. Your Level of Stress

a) Psychological – depression, boredom, anxiety, financial worries, marital problems, moving to new address, loss of employment, death of a loved one, weight gain, discord in families

b) Physical - injury, accidents, surgery, illness, strenuous exercise, dehydration, working/living near high voltage power lines or electronic equipment, allergies, weight gain

3. The Strength of Your Immune System

You may have acquired a considerable level of toxins as a result of poor eating habits such as: coffee, tea, alcohol, sodas, sweets, excessive processed food consumption, smoking, prescription drugs, chlorinated drinking water, the level of yeast (candida albicans) and air pollution. These toxins force your immune system to work harder to detoxify your body. In doing so, the immune system will be less effective in handling allergens as they enter your body.

4. Your Body’s Enzyme Levels

Our diet consists of carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Your pancreas produces enzymes called amylase, lipase and protease that aid in the digestive process of these foods. As we age, our pancreas may not produce enough of these enzymes required for adequate digestion and will require the immune system to compensate by lending their enzymes for the digestive process. When this happens, the immune system will be less effective in defending your body from offending allergens.

It is also important to eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables that contain a natural plant enzyme (cellulase) for proper digestion of plant fibre known as cellulose.