According to the forecasts of the Spanish Society of Allergology and Clinical Immunology, this is going to be a fairly mild spring in most of the Spanish territory for allergies (with the exception of a few areas). The reason? The precipitations last autumn and winter were rather scarce.
Despite this prognosis, for more than a year and a half many scientists have raised the fact that a large number of people have become more sensitive to pollen and other typical allergens of this season due to the continued use of masks.
Although there are few definitive things that we can do to avoid suffering from allergies, there are some natural remedies that we can use to alleviate the most unpleasant effects.
From El Comprador de La Vanguardia we propose you some products and we show you how you can take them or apply them comfortably and effectively to reduce the symptoms of pollen allergy.
Nettle blocks the effects of histamine in people allergic to pollen, helps stop and evacuate the production of mucus and coughing attacks mainly caused by allergy to pollen. Nettle can be taken as an infusion, one a day would be the most appropriate dose to alleviate and control the symptoms of this allergy.
To prepare these infusions without dirtying many tools, we can use one of these Bohemia glass cups that have a metal sieve and glass lid and are dishwasher and microwave safe.
Honey contains pollen in small amounts, so by consuming it regularly, the body is exposed to reduced doses of the allergen, getting used to it, which reduces the allergic reaction in pollen seasons in the environment.
We offer you this pack of 3 different types of honey: Rosemary Honey, Orange Blossom Honey and Forest Honey 100% natural and in 1.5Kg glass jars.
Inhaling mint vapors is helpful in relieving pollen allergy symptoms. Mint contains a substance that blocks the production of histamine, relieving sneezing and runny nose.
About 10 grams of chopped fresh mint leaves and a liter of water are introduced into a pot, boiled, removed from the heat and the container is placed in the room near the person who must inhale the vapors, allowing the steam to diffuse the atmosphere. Another much more practical and direct option is to pour water and a few drops of mint essential oil into a special inhaler for vapors.
Probiotics block the production of immunoglobulin E, a substance released by the immune system that causes sneezing, and mucus, so it would help reduce the allergic reaction and alleviate symptoms. Yogurt, kefir, dark chocolate or miso are foods with large amounts of probiotics.
Vitamin C is a very powerful antihistamine that is present in fruits, mainly citrus fruits, and helps prevent allergies. In addition, also consume an extra supply of Vitamin C thanks to tablets.
Irrigating the nose with a saline solution helps to soften the mucosa and clean the pollen or dust that causes the allergic reaction, so it is a relief from sneezing and runny nose. To prepare a homemade nasal solution, you have to mix half a teaspoon of salt and half a teaspoon of baking soda in half a cup of warm water. Pour a couple of drops into each nostril, then lean forward to let it drip off a bit and blow your nose gently. There are also ready-made nasal irrigation kits on the market with practical applicators.
Turmeric native to India favors the blocking of immunoglobulin E, preventing or reducing the symptoms of allergies.
Licorice is rich in glycyrrhizin, which would help stop the production of IgE, thereby reducing the severity of various allergic reactions, both skin and respiratory.
*Prices updated as of March 30, 2023
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