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Natural Remedies for Allergies
Did You Know that natural remedies for allergies are highly effective, safe methods for treating your condition? I hope you find this page easy to read, filled with helpful information and inspires you to take action! You Can learn about some natural remedies for allergies, (lower down on this page) but first ...
What is an Allergy?
Simply Put… an allergy is sensitivity to a particular substance which, in similar quantity, is tolerated by non-allergic people. The allergen is the specific protein substance that a person is allergic to. The presence of an allergen in the body causes a series of chemical reactions in the immune system which creates individual symptoms.
Three Basic Types of Allergies
What Are Your Symptoms?
Chemical or Environmental Allergies usually give you a feeling of being under the weather. Other symptoms are mental sluggishness; skin rashes; respiratory infections; ringing in the ears; nausea; diarrhea & headaches.Seasonal Hay Fever Allergies can cause runny, watery, itchy nose & eyes; sneezing and coughing attacks; dark circles under the eyes that don't go away with sleep; irritated throat; asthma; insomnia; menstrual and even learning disorders. Food Allergies may cause itchy, watery eyes; blurred vision; Crohn's Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome or diarrhea; headaches; low thyroid function and osteoarthritis. Keep us healthy by producing disease-fighting antibodies. Antibodies are capable of destroying harmful foreign substances like viruses and bacteria that cause disease. In people with allergies, these antibodies are OVER stimulated and react to normally harmless substances, such as, the air we breathe; the food we eat or the things we touch. Any substance can trigger an allergic reaction. Over Exposure to environmental substances, such as, dry cleaning products; chlorine; plastic food containers; perfumes; household cleaning products; auto exhaust; smoke; pesticides around your property or in your food can cause allergies. In addition, substances like, pollen, mold or other allergens react with excess mucous and waste accumulation in the body; low adrenal function; stress; free radical damage which hampers the body's ability to produce antihistamines; poor liver function; hypoglycemia and yeast overgrowth. Changing your environment will help create an opportunity for improved health.
Understanding Natural Remedies for AllergiesIncrease Your Understanding about natural remedies for allergies; be willing to try something new (a well thought-out plan) and trust in your abilities to feel better.
Don't Stop Now...
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| 1) Avoid Your Food Triggers, as well as foods that cause excess mucus & inflammation. To clear your body of excess mucus, try to eliminate all dairy products. In addition, there are many immune enhancing & anti-inflammatory supplements without the harmful side effects associated with over-the-counter or prescription drugs. 2) Exercise Choose a physical activity that you enjoy. Consistency is important. Aerobic and yoga type exercises are good choices to strengthen your immune system & improve circulation. 3) Proper Lifestyle Choices For example, filter the air in your home; keep your nasal cavity clean & avoid outdoor activities, in the morning, when pollen counts are high. 4) A Positive Mindset Don’t underestimate the power of a positive belief system. An ever-increasing body of scientific evidence (epigenetics) is showing the powerful influence of our beliefs (perceptions) on our cells; organs; immune system & well being. |
Natural Remedies for Allergies
Healthy Lifestyle Suggestions
- Reduce or eliminate dairy products
- Avoid sugar
- Eat Organic Food Lots of fruits & vegetables; whole grains; (brown rice, barley, millet & quinoa) whole beans; (lentils, chickpeas, kidney, split pea & adzuki)
- Limit Fish & Meat Consumption a healthy choice is white meat fish (sole, flounder, halibut & grouper) or small portions of organic, grass-fed meat or poultry (2-4 oz. / serving)
- Drink Bottled or Filtered Water Water is important to hydrate your body & thin your mucus to drain more easily. Try drinking 8-10 glasses / day
Natural Remedies for Allergies
Supplement & Herbal Remedies
If you don’t want the side effects associated with the use of synthetic antihistamines; there are a wide variety of nutritional supplements & herbal remedies available…
| Vitamin C: Try 1,000 to 3,000 mg. / day to reduce inflammation. Depending on the severity of your allergies and vitamin C tolerance, you may benefit from even higher dosages. If your bowel movements become loose, just lower your dosage to a more acceptable level. Grape Seed Extract: This herb is a strong antioxidant / anti-inflammatory. Try 100-300 mg / day. It’s best to take, in the morning, on an empty stomach. Stinging Nettle: Try 300 mg of this freeze-dried herb, 3 times / day. (Capsules) Quercetin: This bioflavonoid (found in red wine & onions) should be taken at the start of the allergy season & taken throughout the season. For ideal digestion, take 1,000 to 2,000 mg. in 3 – 6 doses / day on an empty stomach & with bromelain. (Digestive enzyme) Homeopathic Remedies: There are many allergy remedies in tablet form that can be taken with any of these other remedies – see a qualified health professional for specific dosage recommendations. Nazanol is a mixture of traditional Chinese herbs that help reduce inflammation of the mucous membranes, reducing hypersensitivity & allergy symptoms – see a qualified health professional for specific dosage recommendations. |
Many of these suggestions exceed standard conventional dosage recommendations, so I strongly encourage you to find a qualified health care professional to help you find which remedy is best for you.
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Nasal Hygiene Keep your nasal area clean to reduce inflammation & hypersensitivity of the mucous membrane. There are many ways to do this, such as, Neti Pot, SinuCleanse & the most effective is HydroPulse Nasal Irrigator – best done after steaming your nasal area, 3 times / day.Saline Spray Try to find one with Aloe Vera. This can be used often throughout the day, especially in the morning.
Inhale Steam This will act as a decongestant. If you can, get a steam inhaler device. In addition, eucalyptus oil added to the steam is great for reducing inflammation. This can be done 3 times / day followed by nasal cleaning.
Stay Indoors when pollen counts are high – your local TV or radio station can inform you…Windows should be closed; if needed, use an air conditioner and avoid early morning exercise outdoors when pollen counts are the highest.
Stop Smoking and avoid second-hand smoke.
Try Acupressure Massage; acupuncture or chiropractic Care.
Use a Negative-Ion Generator: Try to get one that does not emit ozone. These devices remove pollen from the air.
Sleep It’s very important to get 7-9 hours / night. Your immune system needs this to be fully charged the next day.
Organic, Chemical Free Products Try to replace toxic household products, such as, kitchen & bath; hair, body, toothpaste & mouthwash.
Stay Clean Sounds obvious…but, be sure to wash hands often - especially after outdoor activities. Remove mold; clean bed sheets & pillow cases often; plus keep your whole home as clean as possible.
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