Natural Solutions for Allergy Season

The beautiful month of March represents the onset of spring. Flowers are popping up and blossoming trees are filling the air with clouds of pollen. Let the allergy season begin! Millions of Americans experience seasonal allergies, a condition that greatly impacts both children and adults. With that in mind, there are steps that one can take to help with—or, in some cases, even prevent—allergic reactions. One natural solution that works well for many individuals is the elimination of dairy, grains and sugar from one’s diet. All of these ingredients oftentimes cause inflammation in the body. Eating sugar suppresses the immune system and impairs one’s natural defenses against illness and infectious diseases. Another preventive measure is the implementation of daily nasal washes containing natural agents, such as the neti pot. It helps to keep irritants clear from the nasal passages. It is best to follow the nasal wash with a nasal spray containing xylitol—a sugar alcohol made from birch trees. It works by making it difficult for germs, irritants and pollutants to adhere to the mucous membranes and nasal tissues. Taking these simple preventive measures can provide the relief that so many are looking for … allowing for a wonderful and “breathe easy” spring season.

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