Allergic reactions have increased dramatically over recent decades. Common symptoms of hay fever can include blocked nose, sinus pain, headache, fatigue, itchy throat, watery eyes, and more. Something that many people suffer from is hay fever, also called pollen allergy. You may be particularly sensitive to allergies if you have a weakened immune system, stomach and intestinal problems, underlying diseases, experience a lot of emotional and physical stress, lack of sleep, or are pregnant. In this article, we will guide you on how to counteract and alleviate pollen allergy in a natural way. Remember, treating allergies requires patience and a combination of tactics.
5 steps to relieve pollen allergy naturally
Review your diet
Avoid gluten and dairy products for a while before, during, and for a while after pollen season. Dairy products are mucus-forming and make it difficult for the body to handle allergies.
Remove as many allergens and stressful substances as you can, such as alcohol, white sugar, eggs, soy products, peanuts, etc., to support your body's focus during pollen season.
Foods that can help with allergies
Plenty of pure water, preferably with fresh lemon juice.
1 tsp of organic unfiltered apple cider vinegar in water 2-3 times per day.
Cold-spun honey.
Loads of colorful vegetables, nettles, and berries - antioxidants!
Spirulina is said to help stop the release of histamine that causes symptoms.
Fermented vegetables like sauerkraut or kimchi.
Pineapple - the enzyme bromelain found in pineapple can help reduce reaction to allergens. You should eat the core of a ripe pineapple. If you can't find that, bromelain is available as a supplement.
Onions and garlic.
Spicy food.
Bone broth or miso soup if you want vegetarian. It's very beneficial for the gut.
2. Get help from supplements
Sometimes the body needs a little extra help, and then supplements are an excellent complement.
Pollen enzyme with bromelain, ginger, and quercetin.
Pollen optimal with black cumin, vitamin C, sea buckthorn, ginger, quercetin, and bromelain.
Quercetin.
Bromelain.
Extra vitamin C.
Healthy gut bacteria.
Zinc
Nettle**.
Interesting: There are certain phytonutrients that have been shown to block the release of histamine.
*Quercetin is an example of a plant-based flavonoid and antioxidant found in many fruits and vegetables such as cabbage, blueberries, broccoli, and tomatoes.
**Bromelain has been shown in some studies to reduce nasal swelling, which enables better breathing. The product Proteazym contains a lot of bromelain.
**Read more about the amazing nettle.
3. Avoid pollen as much as possible
An important way to reduce allergy symptoms is obviously to start eliminating them from the indoor environment as much as possible.
Keep windows at home and at work closed during the day.
Always wash your hands and face after being outside.
Shower and rinse your hair before going to bed.
Don't surround yourself with too much fabric at home - for example, pillows and heavy curtains should be removed when allergies are at their worst.
The best time to go for a walk is in the evening or after a lovely rain shower when the pollen has settled.
It's good to know which substances can cause and worsen pollen allergy:
Pollen from trees such as Birch, Oak, Beech and Elm, Gråbo and Ambrosia.
Grass.
Elements from trees and flowers.
Mold.
Dust.
4. Stay updated with pollen forecasts
With the help of pollen forecasts, you can plan your daily routine. There are several websites online that show the forecast so you know when you can go outside.
You can also apply some rich cream under your nose before going outdoors to create a "pollen trap." For example, shea butter works well for this.
5. Rinse your airways with a neti pot
Rinse your nose daily with a neti pot. Mix lukewarm water with natural salt and add it to the neti pot.
