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Treating Pollen Allergy Symptoms with Natural Remedies

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A lot of people suffer from pollen allergy, but most of them do not even know that what they are exhibiting are pollen allergy symptoms. More often than not, they confuse these symptoms with those of common cold. The most effective way of treating these symptoms is by using natural allergy remedies as they are safer with no known side effects.

Common Symptoms of Pollen Allergy

A person suffering from pollen allergy will persistently sneeze while at the same time having a congested runny nose. He will also experience itching of the the throat, palate ears and eyes. In worse cases, pollen allergies may trigger asthma or infections of the sinuses and ears.

Another symptom is what is commonly referred to as hay fever although its correct name is seasonal allergic rhinitis. This is the chronic inflammation of the eyes and nasal cavities.

Below are Some of the Recognized Natural Remedies for Pollen Allergy Symptoms

• Rinsing the nostrils with salty water: Using salty water to rinse the nostrils is an effective way of washing out the pollen grains. It can be done using a cupped hand or preferably a neti pot. Non-ionized salt works best. Put about half a teaspoon into some lukewarm water and use the spout of the neti pot to put some into one nostril. the head should be leaning to one side. Let the water drain out of the nostril before repeating the process on the other nostril.

• Stinging nettle; an antihistamine treatment for pollen allergy symptoms. The stinging nettle produces the same effect as antihistamines without the side effects. It hinders the body from producing histamine. Since it is natural, it does not cause drowsiness or a dry mouth which are usually associated with antihistamines. It can be used fresh to make tea or tincture. It is also available in capsule form which should be taken in daily doses of 300mg.

• Use quercetin to stabilize cells; This natural remedy will prevent mast cells from producing histamines by stabilizing them. An allergic person is encouraged to eat onions, parsley, tomatoes, lettuce broccoli, apples and citrus fruits because they naturally contain quercetin. However, since the amount found in the foods is not sufficient, a quercetin supplement is recommended. Start taking 1000mg of the supplement daily approximately six weeks before the peak pollen season.

• Use Isotonix OPC-3 as an antioxidant; This is a natural supplement that is made of fruits and wine. It contains edible fruit seed, type A bilberry and bioflavonoid extracts from citrus fruits. It also contains extracts from the pinus radiata tree and red wine. It is a strong antioxidant that protects cells from being damaged by free radicals, the body cells therefore withstand any damage from pollen allergy symptoms.

• Inhale the steam of essential oils and drink peppermint tea; Inhaling the steam of essential oils will decongest the nasal passages. To gain maximum benefit from essential oils like peppermint oil, one should take hot peppermint tea. The tea will not only act as a decongestant but it will also act as an anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory. In addition, it will also soothe the irritation of the throat.

Natural home remedies are the preferred method of treating pollen allergy symptoms. They are safe and will not lead to other health complications.