Natural remedies for seasonal allergies
If you suffer from hay fever and allergies like I do, I think you’ll find some interesting information in today’s post. I’ve had seasonal allergies ever since I was little. I still remember going to the allergist and getting shots starting at seven! Knowing what I now do, I think there are simpler, more natural and effective ways to deal with allergies.
I’m particularly allergic to trees, pollen, dust, ragweed and mold. Even worse, I’m allergic to cats and I just love cats! Anyway, I was outside last week, on a gorgeous day for about an hour and when I came inside I couldn’t stop sneezing. I spent the next several hours rubbing my eyes, blowing my nose and feeling totally congested. What a total disappointment on such a lovely day.
I’ve had a hunch for sometime, however, that what we eat has an impact on our allergies. It’s a simple fact that some foods cause congestion - dairy products, wheat, fried foods, meat and sugar, just to name a few. And their are other foods that are much more cleansing - especially raw fruits and vegetables.
Have you noticed a difference in your allergies when you consistently eating more healthfully than not? I personally can feel the difference when I stay away from refined foods and just concentrate on simple, whole foods. I came across an article about natural cures for allergies by Dr. Ben Kim that’s really interesting and informative. In the article he mentions the importance of both a healthy diet and a strong immune system. He also advocates for the use of acupressure, a technique similar to acupuncture but without the needles. Take a look and let me know what you think.
What do you to treat seasonal allergies and how effective is it?
Filed under: Optimal Health, Allergies, Health Issues, Spring, Whole Food Nutrition, Outdoor Activities
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