One minute you are having fun in nature's garden and in an
instant you are surprised to find yourself sneezing and you feel your
eyes turning all scratchy and watery. What has happened, is that your
immune system has kicked into action in response to the onslaught of
allergens. That is when you need allergy relief.
Allergies can also affect your mood. Depression apparently may be a side-effect. A recent study found that an increase in the suicide rate in some places coincides with an increase in pollen levels.
Scientists state that allergic reactions are triggered by a combination of minute substances in our surroundings. Our genes determine how we will react to them. Pollen, spores, pet dander and dust mites as well as food and drugs can set off a reaction in susceptible people.
One way to fight the uncomfortable symptoms of allergic reactions is through the use of medicine such as antihistamine and nasal decongestant. Many of us feel that old fashioned natural remedies are still the best. There are many leaves and plants in nature that has proved themselves through the years to be good fighters.
Eucalyptus is probably the best known natural decongestant. It is an ingredient in cold and flu medicine. Garlic does the same job. For a tight chest and blocked nasal passages take horseradish and you may be on your way to feeling better soon. Some people believe eating honey is the sweet way to take care of the red-eyes and itching throat. According to them eating a teaspoon a day keeps the pollen at bay. Stick with this remedy until the sniffle season is over. Stinging nettle is good to stop a running nose. A dried extract from this plant's leaves can be bought as capsules from your local chemist. Stinging Nettle can be a powerful antioxidant and contains chlorophyll, vitamin C and iron.
Nature also has very small allergy-fighters called probiotics. They are live micro-organisms, mostly bacteria not unlike the beneficial ones found in our stomachs. Probiotics are found in food or may be bought in pill-form. Natural yogurt is one inexpensive source of these mini soldiers. They go on the attack when the immune system detects nasty intruders like dust mites, pet dander and mold spores.
Many allergy medicines are available without a prescription. However in treating allergies it is advisable to first have your doctor do a test to determine what exactly you are reacting to. Some over the counter medications are antihistamines. They can be extremely helpful in spite of a few possible side effects, namely drowsiness. Leukotriene modifiers and homeopathic remedies also play an import role in managing allergies. Homeopathic remedies are also very helpful.
In that time of the year when pollens rule, or if the bites of dust mites have you itching and sneezing, reach for allergy relief. Help is available. Sometimes you may even find it in your garden.
Allergies can also affect your mood. Depression apparently may be a side-effect. A recent study found that an increase in the suicide rate in some places coincides with an increase in pollen levels.
Scientists state that allergic reactions are triggered by a combination of minute substances in our surroundings. Our genes determine how we will react to them. Pollen, spores, pet dander and dust mites as well as food and drugs can set off a reaction in susceptible people.
One way to fight the uncomfortable symptoms of allergic reactions is through the use of medicine such as antihistamine and nasal decongestant. Many of us feel that old fashioned natural remedies are still the best. There are many leaves and plants in nature that has proved themselves through the years to be good fighters.
Eucalyptus is probably the best known natural decongestant. It is an ingredient in cold and flu medicine. Garlic does the same job. For a tight chest and blocked nasal passages take horseradish and you may be on your way to feeling better soon. Some people believe eating honey is the sweet way to take care of the red-eyes and itching throat. According to them eating a teaspoon a day keeps the pollen at bay. Stick with this remedy until the sniffle season is over. Stinging nettle is good to stop a running nose. A dried extract from this plant's leaves can be bought as capsules from your local chemist. Stinging Nettle can be a powerful antioxidant and contains chlorophyll, vitamin C and iron.
Nature also has very small allergy-fighters called probiotics. They are live micro-organisms, mostly bacteria not unlike the beneficial ones found in our stomachs. Probiotics are found in food or may be bought in pill-form. Natural yogurt is one inexpensive source of these mini soldiers. They go on the attack when the immune system detects nasty intruders like dust mites, pet dander and mold spores.
Many allergy medicines are available without a prescription. However in treating allergies it is advisable to first have your doctor do a test to determine what exactly you are reacting to. Some over the counter medications are antihistamines. They can be extremely helpful in spite of a few possible side effects, namely drowsiness. Leukotriene modifiers and homeopathic remedies also play an import role in managing allergies. Homeopathic remedies are also very helpful.
In that time of the year when pollens rule, or if the bites of dust mites have you itching and sneezing, reach for allergy relief. Help is available. Sometimes you may even find it in your garden.
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