Response from: naturopath (Check me out!)

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Yes, chlorine can trigger allergeis and asthma! It's a toxin, like toxins from traffic pollution, and toxins are a significant factor in the onset of these disorders. Toxins in pool water can easily enter through the skin or be swallowed, and eventually, the body's natural detox processes can be overwhelmed. When that happens, toxins (including toxins from processed foods, tap water, pollution and ordinary household items) start accumulating in the body's tissues, body fat, lymph and organs. Trying to cope with these toxins, the immune system can easily become over-stressed, and consequently, hypersensitive. Aside from avoiding toxins (which is not always practical), you can help the immune system with regular detoxification. The simplest way is with a cleansing diet, plenty of fresh water and exercise. But in many cases, you might to do even more, especially since toxins can accumulate faster in children due to their small size and increased exposure (Kids spend much longer in pools, compared to most adults!) Most natural detoxification methods are completely safe and can be adapted to kids. Check out Dr Dzung Price's detox for children book for good tips, on http://www.renewyoujourney.com

Bojan Schianetz N.D.