GRANDMA’S REMEDIES FOR SPRINGTIME ALLERGIES
Can’t stop sneezing due to pollen attack?
It is quite dreadful when you get the feeling during a sneezing attack and you
think ‘’this might never stop’. Allergic reactions hit you when your immune systemise
not able stand a particular allergen such as dust, pet dander or pollen. In
some cases, allergies that are caused by foods like tree nuts can lead to major
troubles and may require a specialized medical attention.
As your immune system over reacts to certain
allergens and cause sneezing fits, hives, itchy or watery eyes, we have few
solutions for you. These are not just solutions but these remedies are good for
your health too.
1. PROBIOTICS:
Probiotics in your diet could help
prevent allergies from developing. It simply means the micro flora that we can
consume in foods, liquids and supplements. Many researches have proved that
consuming probiotics-especially those that are native to the human digestive
tract-will help you improve your immunity and inner ecosystem. Researchers
believe that they could also help in producing antibodies in babies and
children that can help protect them from allergies that could develop later in
life.
2.
ESSENTIAL OILS:
Symptoms of pesky allergies can easily
can be eased by steaming essential oils. The best way to solve this problem of
allergic reactions is by the use of the allergy trio: lemon, peppermint and lavender.
Together they could do wonders. They work as a powerful antihistamine and eases
the discomforts caused by your body’s allergic response. All you need to do is
to pour boiling water into a bowl, add a couple of drops of your oils into the water.
Drape a towel over your head and inhale deeply for approximately 10 minutes.
3. NETTLE LEAF:
Another powerful antihistamine as it
naturally blocks the body’s ability to produce histamine. You could also use
herbs like peppermint leaf, red raspberry leaf with nettle leaf to prepare a
soothing herbal tea. Capsules made from dried nettle leaves are an easy option
to stop the sneezes.
4. REISHI MUSHROOMS:
Many researches have shown that the
spores from reishi mushroom helps in boosting the immune system and is also
helpful in conditions like asthma and bronchitis and fight fatigue. Along with
other medicines they have even been used to treat cancer. Its regular intake is
recommended as It is much helpful in strengthening your immune system against
allergens.
5. GHEE IN YOUR NOSE:
This is one of the best grandma’s
remedies. Applying a very small amount of ghee on a Q-tip just on the inside of
your nostrils. Do not use large amount of ghee and do not push the Q tip deep
into your nose. F or tackling respiratory allergies try alternate nostril
breathing.
