Natural Home Remedies for Hayfever

"Let food be your medicine and your medicine be your food. Each one of the substances in a person's diet, acts upon the body and changes it in some unique way, and upon these changes the whole life depends, whether in health, in sickness or convalescent."  

Hippocrates 2 000 years ago.

 Natural Home Remedies For Hay Fever is where you can find  simple remedies for this seasonal allergy that can put a damper on your enjoyment of the great outdoors.

If you are tired of relying on over-the-counter medications or seeking for a more holistic approach to managing your hay fever symptoms, you have come to the right place.

Our goal is to empower you with a range of natural remedies that can help alleviate sneezing, itchy eyes and congestion, allowing you to fully embrace the beauty of nature without the discomfort.

From herbal tea's to essential oils to dietary changes, we've curated a collection of tried-and-true remedies to help  YOU find relief from hay fever symptoms, naturally.

So, breathe easier and let's explore the world of natural solutions together!

Symptoms

Sore eyes, which itch and swell up. Stuffed-up Nose and sinuses. Streaming nose. Frequent bouts of violent sneezing. Itchy ears. Mild form of Asthma with tightness in the chest.

Herbal Natural Remedies

Prevention - A good Place to Start

• Keep the windows shut and avoid going out early morning and late evening, and also just before and after thunderstorms when pollen counts are higher and more likely to trigger attacks.
  
  
• Don't open your car windows open when travelling and it's a hot day, turn on the air conditioning to stay cool.
  
  
• Make enquiries to getting a pollen filter fitted to your car.
  
  
• Wear wraparound sunglasses to protect your eyes from pollen, it does help.
  
  
• Smear some petroleum jelly around and just inside your nose to trap pollen and help prevent inhalation.

Managing Hay Fever Symptoms

When it comes to managing hay fever symptoms, there are various natural remedies you can try:

• Nasal irrigation with saline solution can help clear nasal passages and reduce congestion.
• Steam inhalation with essential oils, such as eucalyptus or peppermint, can provide relief by opening up the airways.

Healing Foods

Find a a source of locally produced organic honey and have 4 teaspoons a day to help relieve the hay fever symptoms. It is important that the honey is made by bees collecting the pollen from flowering plants in your area. Oily fish and flax seed oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, which can counter inflammatory reactions triggered by pollen allergy. Benefits of Broccoli

Benefits of Honey Broccoli is high in Vitamin C which acts as an antihistamine, blocking the inflammation that causes allergy symptoms. Vitamin C can be found in certain foods such as  Citrus fruits, berries and leafy greens, or as supplements.   Studies have found that consuming up to 500 milligrams of Vitamin C a day, from either food or supplements, can relieve allergies, respiratory infections, nasal congestion and watery eyes.

• Collard Greens and Kale have two things going for them when it comes to relieving hay fever: 
• They are crucifers, a type of vegetable that opens up the sinuses. 
• They are packed with carotenoids, which are associated with fewer allergy problems.

Herbal Remedies

The natural home remedies use cleansing, strengthening herbs for the respiratory tract. Take up to 8 x 200mg eyebright capsules to relieve symptoms. Bathe sore eyes with a soothing eyebright infusion or strained, sterilized marigold.

Basil

• Place a drop of basil oil in a handkerchief for instant relief from blocked sinuses and a stuffed-up nose.

In closing, maintaining a clean and allergen-free environment is essential. Regular dusting, vacuuming and keeping windows closed can help exposure to pollen and other allergens.  Additionally, using air purifiers can help filter the air and reduce the presence of allergens.

Adopting a healthy lifestyle can also contribute to managing hay fever symptoms.

Eating a balanced diet, getting regular exercise, and managing stress levels can help strengthen the immune system and reduce the severity of allergy reactions.

While these natural remedies can be effective for many individuals, it's important to consult with a healthcare professional before trying any new treatments, especially if you have any pre-existing conditions or are taking medications.

By combining these natural remedies with proper self-care and a proactive approach, you can find relief from hay fever and enjoy the beauty of nature without suffering from its symptoms

YOUR NATURAL MEDICINE CHEST

What to Keep in your Medicine Chest

Arnica

Keep a tube of this cream for relief for muscle strains as well as bruises.

Calendula

Get this from your health shop in a cream or gel form and use as a salve for burns, cuts, scrapes and insect bites

Chammomile

Use the dried flowers to make a tea and use for stressful situations and also stomach upsets.

Echinacea

You can get these at your health shop as an  extracts or capsuled and use for colds, flu, cuts, infections and scrapes.

Eucalyptus

An absolute must for your herbal medicine chest for respiratory congestion and muscle soreness.

Ginger

Use this herb as a fresh root from your veggie store, or if you like gardening, grow them, it is an excellent medication for colds, respiratory congestion, nausea and stomach upsets

Lavender

Keep Lavender as an essential oil for stress, insomnia and headaches.

Sea Salt

Gargle with this salt for sore throats and also for bath salts.

Tea Tree

Use as an essential oil for skin infections and insect bites.

Valerian

Use as an extract for mild pain relief and insomnia

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