7 Natural Remedies for Allergies

When the immune system reacts to otherwise harmless substances bothering the body, you may experience allergies. Allergens such as dust mites, pollen, certain foods/ medications, pet dander, mold spores, dirt, seasonal viruses compromise your immunity. This, in turn, leads to sneezing, itching, runny nose, congestion, cough, watery eyes, rashes, headache, shortness of breath, etc. Healthcare providers resort to a variety of approaches based on your particular symptoms.

However, given the consequences that allergies have on the quality of your life, we understand that you might be interested in a safe and natural treatment to alleviate the symptoms. Natural remedies have a positive impact for most people prone to allergies, but it’s always suggested to run the idea by your physician first.

• Avoid Triggers

One of the best natural remedies for allergies is to avoid the triggers as much as possible. This will keep you less exposed to the stuff that troubles your immunity and causes discomforts. Only when the triggers are hard to avoid should you consult a practiced homeopath to discuss further options.

• Exercise

You can use a combination of walking, running, gymming, yoga, swimming, and more, at least thrice every week for 30-40 minutes each time to improve your symptoms. Being active strengthens your body and keeps allergies at bay. But gradually build your endurance to avoid any side effects.

• Get Your Vitamins Right

Vitamin c and D are two of the safest remedies you can choose to reduce histamine levels in your body. These vitamins regulate your immune system cells and soothe the chemicals that release allergic symptoms. So do not let a deficiency arise, or it can worsen your condition.

• Probiotics and Prebiotics

Probiotics colonize your gastrointestinal system to modulate the immune response. Prebiotics, on the other hand, accelerate the growth of probiotics, further helping your body. Adding foods, drinks, or supplements rich in probiotics and prebiotics to your every diet will reduce your symptoms.

• Try ACV

Are you feeling under the weather? ACV can be your go-to tonic. Apple cider vinegar is one powerful immune-boosting stuff for the body. It has an array of health benefits and can also assist you with allergies. Besides, ginger, lemon, cayenne pepper, and even garlic are some of the potent immunity boosters that you can give a try to treat allergies.

• Stock Up On Essential Oils

There literally is nothing that essential oils cannot help you with. Varieties including eucalyptus, lemon, and peppermint essential oils are excellent to curb allergy symptoms to a great extent. If you consult a practitioner of homeopathy in Palm Coast, they would too suggest you some remedies involving essential oils to ease your discomfort.

• Nasal Rinse

Also called nasal irrigation, this again is quite a useful natural remedy to treat allergy symptoms—especially those associated with the respiratory system. You simply need sterile saltwater and pour it in one nostril draining from the other side. This will clear your nasal passage and provide much relief. However, you’d need some practice with this treatment.

To Conclude

Steering clear of the allergens is the best you can do for yourself. But the efforts count when you know what your allergens are. In such a situation, speak to a qualified homeopath in Palm Coast, and they may be able to determine better remedies in your particular case.

Francine Kanter, CCH, RsHom(NA), is Board Certified by the Council for Homeopathic Certification of North America, and has over 15 years of experience. She is also a member of NASH, North American Society of Homeopaths.