Natural Remedies for Allergies - Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Vitamin C, Butterbur, Quercetin, Oregano Oil and Goldenseal
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There are many natural remedies that can be used to treat allergies, such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, butterbur, quercetin, oregano oil and goldenseal.
1. Omega-3 fatty acids
Eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids is help to fight allergies. Scientists found that Omega-3s help fight inflammation, people who often eat omega-3s are less likely to suffer allergies. Cold water fish, eggs, flaxseed oil, walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
2. Vitamin C
Taking Vitamin C with bioflavonoids is one of popular treatments for allergies. It is said that Vitamin C in high doses can be a great relief to allergy symptoms, particularly hay fever and asthma.
3. Butterbur
Butterbur (Petasites hybridus) is a herb that is said to help fight allergies. Butterbur has been used as a herbal remedy for inflammation and allergies for hundreds of years. Scientists found that butterbur contains chemicals that relieve allergic rhinitis, decrease swelling (inflammation) and relieve pressure on the blood vessels.
4. Quercetin
Quercetin is a bioflavonoid found in many fruits and vegetables. It is said to prevent immune cells from releasing histamines,
chemicals that cause allergic reactions, thus often used to treat allergies.
5. Oregano Oil
Oregano oil can be used for infection results from hay fever or sinus problems. It opens sinus passages, reduces mucus secretion. And it also has strong antibacterial and antifungal properties.
6. Goldenseal
Goldenseal is said a great herb to prevent and relieve spring allergies. Goldenseal clears mucous membranes of the eyes, sinuses, nose and throat by decreasing inflammation, swelling, itching and mucous production. It also has anti-microbial properties, therefore killing bacterial, viral and fungal infections which can develop alongside seasonal allergies.
For more information about natural remedies for allergies, go to Natural Remedies Center: http://www.naturalremediescenter.com/treat/allergies/
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Ericws posted: 06 Dec at 3:12 pm
It’s important to choose your foods. I am so sensitive to dairy products. Since I stoped consuming milk, cheese and butter, I have not suffered allergies for two years.