Allergy

Allergies can affect almost any part of the body, from substances you come in contact with topically that produce itching, rashes, and swelling to allergens that are consumed, either breathed in as from pollen, absorbed, or eaten, that cause a multitude of symptoms from asthma, difficulty breathing, itching and running eyes, stuffy and runny noses, hives, or intestinal upsets.

An allergy can not only cause you some terrible symptoms but can leave you feeling like a prisoner.

If you have an outdoor allergy, you may feel stuck inside, afraid to step outside, and experience yet another flare-up of your symptoms.

If you suffer from an indoor allergy, you can feel like a prisoner of your home. You feel afraid of visiting a friend’s house who has a pet, fearful of too much dust build-up, and generally living in fear of food that may trigger your symptoms yet again.

Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Allergies

Try these home remedies to help with allergies.

Huang Qin

Though the Chinese have no word for allergy, they have natural remedies in the form of herbs that reduce the adverse reaction of some people to allergens. Their herbal approach is focused on cleansing the body of toxins that have caused negative symptoms and soothing herbal remedies to relieve the symptoms of allergies.

The Chinese use a herb tea called Huang Qin made from Radix Scutellariae, Baical Skullcap Root, and Scutellaria Baicalensi. These herbs contain baicalin, baicalein, flavone, sitosterol, vitamin B-1, wogonoside, fatty acids, and other inactive ingredients.

Huang Qin regulates the immune system, especially in allergy conditions to remove wind-heat. This tea increases spirit, evacuates wind and heat, relieves fatigue, promotes digestion, and prevents heat stroke.

Bi Yan Pian

If you are looking for a safe alternative from chemical-based antihistamines and decongestants for occasional nasal congestion, which often provokes rebound symptoms, and, in the long run, increases the congestion, Bi Yan Pian is an all-natural Chinese herbal formula believed to prevent congestion by dispersing toxins, loosening phlegm, and relieving the discomfort of nasal congestion.

Bi Yan Pian contains Xanthium Sibiricum Fruit, Magnolia Biondii Flower, Forsythia Suspensa Fruit, Saposhnikovia Divaricata Root, Angelica Dahurica Root, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Rhizome, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root, Schizonepeta Tenuifolia Herb, Chrysanthemum Indicum Flower, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit, Platycodon Grandiflorum Root.

Bi Yan Pian helps loosen lung congestion; taking 3-4 tablets approximately three times a day is recommended.

Proper Diet

Even if your allergy is not to food specifically, ensuring that you get a proper diet can help manage your symptoms. Processed foods or those prepared with many additives and preservatives can trigger allergy symptoms. Ensuring you get a good diet rich in nutrients, fresh foods from the earth, and natural sources is an excellent home remedy for managing your allergy flare-ups. Not only will you feel healthier, but you will minimize the likelihood of your allergies acting up.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C can be a beneficial aid in curing an allergy by taking extra supplement doses. Vitamin C has an incredible power to counteract the inflammation that is often caused by allergy symptoms. This super helpful nutrient can make your allergy a thing of the past and allow you to live without fear.

Juice Fasting

We’ve all heard of cleansing programs; these can be pretty effective as a home remedy for an allergy. By fasting for 2-3 days and consuming nothing but natural fruit and vegetable juices, you will help to rid your body of any toxins that have built up. As these toxins help to contribute to the root cause of your allergy in the first place, this can mean that you may no longer have to worry about your allergy symptoms being a problem for you.

Reduce Environmental Toxins

Most common allergies are caused by things we are around daily, such as dust, mold, pet hair and dander, cigarette smoke, perfumes, air fresheners, etc.

The most effective step to take when you or someone in your family has allergies is to reduce possible allergens as much as possible.

  • Reduce Carpet/Rug Usage: Carpets are breeding grounds for dust mites, as is furniture.
  • Hard Floors: Floors that can be cleaned daily, such as tile, linoleum, wood, etc., are far preferable to carpets.
  • Vacuum Regularly: If you have carpet, invest in a vacuum cleaner with a good Hepa filter. Leather or vinyl furniture is easier to keep free of allergens, but regular vacuuming is a must.
  • Clean Blinds: Clean drapes regularly or wash blinds, to reduce dust.
  • Clean Vents: Clean household heating and cooling vents with bleach and water to remove mold and mildew.
  • Scrub and Bleach Damp Areas: Clean other mold or mildew-prone areas, such as showers and tubs.
  • Cover Mattresses: Get allergen-proof mattresses and pillow covers as well.
  • Pets: Make sure to bathe pets regularly, and don’t allow them to sleep with the allergy-prone family member.