Tips For Treating Allergies

There is nothing worse than being a victim of beautiful blossoms, green grasses and leafy trees. To some they trigger miserable sneezing attacks, itchy watery eyes, and swollen sinuses.

An allergy is a disorder that occurs when the body overreacts to the presence of a substance it thinks is a foreign invader. Allergic reactions are caused by a variety of substances which are eaten or inhaled. Basically an allergy is a malfunction of the immune system.

Allergies can include one or a combination of the following symptoms: hives, which can cause itchy swollen palms; skin rashes, which almost always itch; sneezing; runny nose; itchy watery eyes; nasal congestion; asthma; swelling of the mouth or throat; and diarrhea, which typically affects allergic infants.

There are several approaches for treating allergies. Here I'll list just the few.

Avoid foods such as wheat, eggs, dairy products, caffeine, chocolate, selfish, strawberries, tomatoes, and citrus fruits.

A natural antihistamine can be made by cutting orange peels into small strips and soaking them in apple cider vinegar for several hours. Drain the mixture and cook in honey until soft, keep in the fridge and use as needed.

Beds often harbor mites that feed on dead skin cells. Wrap your mattresses and box springs in an airtight non-cotton cover. Wash your sheets regularly in water at lease 130°F to kill dust mites. Though comfortable and natural, down pillows have a big minus: they hold dust and mites, choose a washable hypoallergenic polyester pillow instead and wash it every few weeks, in water hot enough to kill mites.

Stuffed animals and dolls are cute and cuddly, but they also come with baggage, they collect dust and dust mites. My recommendation is to pack them away.

Dog ear infection? If you're allergic to your pet, it's best to keep her outside, and always wash your hands immediately after petting her. Be sure to bathe her once a week. If she has ear mites then treat her with Earasil, (An animal ear hygiene formula, in a simple, one step application for most ear problems from mites to wax to canker.)

If your sneezing spell is short and seasonal, try an over-the-counter antihistamine. Topical nasal sprays containing cortisone (available only by prescription) are effective for allergies.
Herbal remedies include:

Bee Pollen may help to gradually build immunity to pollens. Blessed Thistle helps loosen mucus and phlegm and strengthens lung tissue. Burdock works as a blood purifier which cleans toxins through the lymphatic system. Golden Seal can reduce nasal or congestion. (Do not use if allergic to pollens.) Ma Huang works as a natural antihistamine.

Keep your immune system healthy by taking Immuzan allergy treatment (essential nutrients designed to give an energy boost to your immune system. It includes antioxidants that enhances the production of white blood cells, and helps the body reduce infection.)

Eat lots of high-fiber foods and drink plenty of water. There are reports stating allergies may be caused by an excessive accumulation of waste in the system, due to a poor diet, which can promote inappropriate immune responses. One more thing, Entrasil natural energy supplements is also beneficial for allergy relief