{"id":3752,"date":"2023-05-29T21:34:41","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T21:34:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/?p=3752"},"modified":"2023-05-29T21:34:42","modified_gmt":"2023-05-29T21:34:42","slug":"10-natural-remedies-for-allergies-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/?p=3752","title":{"rendered":"10 Natural Remedies for Allergies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Symptoms of seasonal allergies are enough to put a damper on the most beautiful day. Try these remedies to get to the root to ease your symptoms or eliminate them for good, naturally!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20247'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-1024x431.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-3753\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-1024x431.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3753\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-1024x431.png 1024w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-770x324.png 770w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-1536x647.png 1536w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-2048x862.png 2048w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-293x123.png 293w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-1400x589.png 1400w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-238-390x164.png 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes and itchy ears &#8211; it\u2019s all enough to make you feel pretty miserable. Even if your symptoms of seasonal allergies are very mild, they&#8217;re an annoyance that you\u2019ll want to get to the root to ease your symptoms or, better yet, eliminate them for good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Seasonal Allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your immune system is responsible for differentiating between friendly and harmful substances to keep you safe and healthy. Allergic symptoms occur when your immune system mistakenly identifies a harmless substance, like pollen, as dangerous to the body. Your body responds by releasing histamines and other immune substances into the bloodstream causing allergic reactions, such as sneezing or runny nose. You may notice that your symptoms change from season to season and this can be due to a variety of factors such as the type or quantity of pollen in a given season or your own health status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though typical allergy symptoms tend to include congestion, runny nose, watery eyes and the like, this increase in histamine can also worsen symptoms of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/search.php?s=rosacea&amp;filter=Blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rosacea<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/27573-blog-ep-71-supporting-gut-health-for-clear-skin-with-sisley-killam-acne-nutritionist\">acne<\/a>&nbsp;since histamine is a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6129797\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">potent inflammatory mediator<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/27628-blog-the-best-worst-foods-for-inflammaging\">inflammation<\/a>&nbsp;is at the root of many&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/search.php?s=eczema&amp;filter=Blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">skin disorders<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So is that birch tree in your backyard that\u2019s spewing tons of pollen the problem? Nope. The excess production or the inability of your body to break down histamine is causing all your symptoms. Histamine isn\u2019t bad, it has many important roles, but how your body deals with it is what matters. This is why antihistamines work so well on seasonal allergies, but this is a band-aid solution and with long-term use can actually make things worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Histamine?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17490952\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Histamine<\/a>&nbsp;is an organic nitrogen compound that occurs to various degrees in many foods and is produced in your body by immune cells called basophils, eosinophils and mast cells in response to allergens promoting&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/27455-blog-ep-31-julie-daniluk-the-anti-inflammatory-queen\">inflammation<\/a>. In the gut it regulates physiological function and acts as a neurotransmitter too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once histamine is produced, it\u2019s broken down by two primary enzymes &#8211; N-methyltransferase and diamine oxidase (DAO). In healthy people, dietary histamine can be rapidly detoxified; however, someone with low DAO activity is at risk of histamine toxicity or intolerance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does histamine become a problem for some people?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There could be two issues happening either together or separately. One is that there may be an overproduction of histamine and the other is that someone is not breaking it down properly due to a lack of enzymes mentioned above, which can be genetic or can be related to overall health status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cause of overproduction of histamine could be a gut issue. We know that certain types of bacteria produce histamine while others degrade it. (Side note: I learned all about this when I had&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/27518-blog-rosacea-natural-health-supplements\">rosacea<\/a>&nbsp;because I noticed some probiotics made my skin worse due to the histamine connection). So if you have an imbalance of gut bacteria in theory this could be causing allergies since you\u2019ve got too much histamine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why might you have an imbalance of gut bacteria? Well, if you\u2019re eating the Standard American Diet high in processed foods, refined carbs and sugar with relatively few prebiotics, it would make sense that you may be more sensitive to histamine since your gut may not be breaking it down efficiently and you\u2019ll be more likely to have allergies due to your toxic load and already elevated inflammatory status. Or if you\u2019ve been on antibiotics recently or in the past, this disrupts the delicate balance of bacteria in your gut and if you\u2019re not taking active steps to nourish your gut microbes, then allergies may be the result. It all comes back to the gut!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of these natural remedies work because they inhibit the release of histamine, while others support gut health or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/22270-blog-10-foods-to-reduce-inflammation\">reduce inflammation<\/a>&nbsp;within the body. It\u2019s important to discuss with your natural healthcare practitioner when it comes to supplements and herbs to find the best source and dosing for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quercetin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Quercetic is a phytonutrient that is a naturally occurring plant compound found in onions, broccoli, fruits (apples, berry crops, and grapes), some herbs and tea. It is known as a\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6273625\/\" target=\"_blank\">natural antihistamine<\/a>\u00a0and has anti-allergic properties because it inhibits the release of histamine, has antiviral activity and supports the immune system. It\u2019s also known for its antioxidant activity and its ability to decrease pro-inflammatory chemicals. When choosing a quercetin supplement, it\u2019s best to look for one with high bioavailability\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3nztBFx\" target=\"_blank\">such as this one<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>NAC is the supplement form of the amino acid cysteine. NAC bonds with glutamine and glycine to form glutathione, a powerful antioxidant important for detoxification. Glutathione performs many functions throughout your body, such as helping to maintain your immune system. NAC also has excellent expectorant capacity which means it can help break up mucus as well as being a potent antioxidant for the body. When choosing a NAC supplement, look for reputable brands like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3M43LTg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Can Prev<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3HPY0Go\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AOR<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vitamin C-Rich Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin C supports the immune system and can help to lower histamine levels. Choose foods that are rich in vitamin C such as: bell peppers, dark berries, citrus fruits, broccoli, cauliflower, apples, pears, or acerola. Be mindful that&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/vitamin-c\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vitamin C is destroyed<\/a>&nbsp;by heat and light. It\u2019s a good idea to include some raw foods in your diet and eat them at their peak ripeness to obtain the most vitamin C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stinging Nettle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nettle has been used traditionally in herbal medicine to relieve allergy symptoms for hundreds of years due to its anti-inflammatory action. Studies have shown symptoms of nasal congestion, sneezing and itching relieved with nettle and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountsinai.org\/health-library\/herb\/stinging-nettle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">48% of people found<\/a>&nbsp;it to be more effective as allergy medication. You\u2019ll find nettle in our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/hellojoyous.com\/collections\/tea\/products\/pure-radiance-tea?variant=43069992239303\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pure Radiance Tea<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limit Certain Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Foods that can increase inflammation and tax the immune system including sugar, gluten and dairy should be reduced while you\u2019re trying to address the root cause of allergies. In fact, any food you are even mildly sensitive or allergic to should be avoided especially during allergy season. Peanuts are a very common allergen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though I\u2019m not severely allergic, if I eat PB on toast for a few days in a row for breakfast, my skin will become itchy and I will get a rash. Remove it from my diet and it immediately goes away. So any food, healthy or not, that you are sensitive to can promote an allergic reaction and can add to your overall allergic load.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eat an anti-inflammatory whole foods-based diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating a diet rich in a variety of colourful whole foods has numerous benefits that extend beyond reduction of allergies including increased energy, healthy skin, better digestion, a more diverse microbiome and more. I have hundreds of<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/7-blogcat-recipes\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a0free recipes right here<\/a>, on my\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCsM2ZGIYFOniUak-i2snTVg\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube channel<\/a>\u00a0and in my three cookbooks &#8211;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.joyoushealth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">\u00a0Joyous Health, Joyous Detox and The Joyous Cookbook.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>NAC is the supplement form of the amino acid cysteine. NAC bonds with glutamine and glycine to form glutathione, a powerful antioxidant important for detoxification. Glutathione performs many functions throughout your body, such as helping to maintain your immune system. NAC also has excellent expectorant capacity which means it can help break up mucus as well as being a potent antioxidant for the body. When choosing a NAC supplement, look for reputable brands like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3M43LTg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Can Prev<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3HPY0Go\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AOR<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vitamin C-Rich Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin C supports the immune system and can help to lower histamine levels. Choose foods that are rich in vitamin C such as: bell peppers, dark berries, citrus fruits, broccoli, cauliflower, apples, pears, or acerola. Be mindful that&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/vitamin-c\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vitamin C is destroyed<\/a>&nbsp;by heat and light. It\u2019s a good idea to include some raw foods in your diet and eat them at their peak ripeness to obtain the most vitamin C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stinging Nettle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nettle has been used traditionally in herbal medicine to relieve allergy symptoms for hundreds of years due to its anti-inflammatory action. Studies have shown symptoms of nasal congestion, sneezing and itching relieved with nettle and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountsinai.org\/health-library\/herb\/stinging-nettle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">48% of people found<\/a>&nbsp;it to be more effective as allergy medication. You\u2019ll find nettle in our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/hellojoyous.com\/collections\/tea\/products\/pure-radiance-tea?variant=43069992239303\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pure Radiance Tea<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limit Certain Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Foods that can increase inflammation and tax the immune system including sugar, gluten and dairy should be reduced while you\u2019re trying to address the root cause of allergies. In fact, any food you are even mildly sensitive or allergic to should be avoided especially during allergy season. Peanuts are a very common allergen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though I\u2019m not severely allergic, if I eat PB on toast for a few days in a row for breakfast, my skin will become itchy and I will get a rash. Remove it from my diet and it immediately goes away. So any food, healthy or not, that you are sensitive to can promote an allergic reaction and can add to your overall allergic load.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eat an anti-inflammatory whole foods-based diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eating a diet rich in a variety of colourful whole foods has numerous benefits that extend beyond reduction of allergies including increased energy, healthy skin, better digestion, a more diverse microbiome and more. I have hundreds of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.joyoushealth.com\/7-blogcat-recipes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;free recipes right here<\/a>, on my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCsM2ZGIYFOniUak-i2snTVg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube channel<\/a>&nbsp;and in my three cookbooks &#8211;<a href=\"https:\/\/shop.joyoushealth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;Joyous Health, Joyous Detox and The Joyous Cookbook.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Symptoms of seasonal allergies are enough to put a damper on the most beautiful day. Try these remedies to get to the root to ease your symptoms or eliminate them for good, naturally! Sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes and itchy ears &#8211; it\u2019s all enough to make you feel pretty miserable. 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