Allergies

Home remedies

• auriculotherapy, also called auricular therapy (applying pressure on various points on your outer ear) is helpfull to fight stress, pain, allergies, High Blood Pressure, insomnia, excess weight, diabetes, Drug Abuse,...
• a natural enzyme supplement, known as serrapeptase offers help for allergies, asthma, arthritis, MS, and other inflammatory diseases.
• Spirulina holds some promise in the treatment of allergic rhinitis (nasal allergies) and eating spirulina every day significantly improves allergy symtoms.
• butterbur extract and spirulina may help treat hay fever symptoms.
• children who eat a diet rich in fish and “fruity” vegetables are less likely to suffer from allergies. Fruity vegetables have seeds and come from flowering plants, such as zucchini, eggplant, green beans, butternut squash and tomatoes.
• Eat Foods Rich in Anthocyanins : The phytonutrient group known as anthocyanins give foods their purplish-red color. They have natural anti-inflammatory properties. Anthocyanins are found in most dark red and purple-colored foods. Some food sources include: beets, berries, cherries, and dark purple and red grapes.
• Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a yellow-colored spice commonly found in Indian curries. It contains the active ingredient curcumin, which is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substance.
• Hesperetin/Hesperidin for Hay Fever : Hesperetin and hesperidin are almost identical except that the latter is bound to a sugar molecule. Research shows that these potent phytonutrients have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, and cholesterol-lowering actions, and also protect blood vessels against damage. These are just some of the therapeutic side-effects of hesperidin. Hesperidin is also beneficial for allergies and hay fever because of its antihistamine properties. Green vegetables are a source of hesperidin / hesperetin. You can also find them in their highest concentration in citrus fruits like lemons and oranges, especially the white part, or pith. Of course, avoid citrus fruits if you suspect that you are sensitive to them.
• Take Quercetin to Quell Allergy Symptoms : Quercetin is an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-histamine phytonutrient. Research shows that eating a quercetin-rich diet lowers LDL (harmful) cholesterol, blood pressure, and risk of heart disease, as well as the risk of prostate, colon, ovarian, breast, gastric, prostate, and cervical cancers. These are great beneficial side-effects but we’re interested in its ability to help allergy symptoms and to improve lung function. Apples and onions are excellent sources of quercetin. Some studies show that people who eat a lot of apples have improved lung function and reduced risk of lung conditions. Other good sources include: berries, cabbage, cauliflower, nuts (not peanuts), and black, green, or white tea. It is frequently beneficial to take quercetin in a supplement form to assist with the histamine-induced sinus congestion, runny eyes or nose, or other allergy symptoms. The food sources of this nutrient are helpful but when you’re experiencing full-blown allergies, you may need higher doses of this anti-histamine-type nutrient to combat uncomfortable symptoms. Most quercetin supplements also contain the enzyme bromelain, which is an excellent anti-allergy combination. Most people find relief from taking 400 milligrams of quercetin twice daily.

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This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.