For 38% of the population, June’s grass pollen release triggers hay fever. Recent studies suggest climate change is exacerbating this. Symptoms like sneezing, itchy eyes, and a runny nose persist for weeks. While antihistamines offer relief, they don’t tackle the root cause and can cause side effects.

There are emerging scientific data to suggest that several self-help nutritional and lifestyle strategies can help  symptom and reduce the need for anti-histamines. The most important include:

Vitamin D: Low levels worsen symptoms. Maintain levels through sun exposure, certain foods, or supplements  >>

Gut Health: Improve by quitting smoking, reducing alcohol and sugar, and eating probiotic-rich foods >>

Probiotic Supplements: Boosting probiotic lactobacillus strains has been shown to reduce severity >>

Phytochemicals: Found in colourful fruits, vegetables, and herbs; reduce inflammation and boost immunity >>

Phytochemical rich supplements: These can be a convenient way to boost the intake of specific healthy foods >>

Nasal Irrigation: Saltwater rinses wash away allergens and reduce inflammation >>

Combining these strategies can significantly alleviate symptoms and reduce reliance on antihistamines. For more reading please visit here.

 

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