BY CLAIR WHITTY
Do you suffer from summer time allergies? You are not alone; hay fever is a common problem caused by an allergic reaction to pollen from flowers, weeds, grasses, or trees. Most will experience symptoms during the summer months when the pollen count is at its highest. You may also react to other airborne items like dust mites, mould spores, or pet dander. This is known as allergic rhinitis.
There are several symptoms which are caused by the release of histamine and an increase in inflammation. Itchy symptoms can affect your eyes, nose, and throat. Also common are watery eyes, running or blocked nose, coughing and sneezing.
Thankfully, nature provides powerful support for those suffering with these summer time allergies. Natural antihistamines and immune support can be found in everyday foods: Vitamin C found in fruit and vegetables can help provide natural immune support and antioxidant protection.
Quercetin, known for reducing inflammation and calming allergic responses is found in vegetables, especially red onions, citrus fruits and dark berries.
Vitamin B5 is found in sweet potatoes, wholegrains, and chicken. This vitamin may help reduce tiredness, fatigue and stress that is associated with dealing with the debilitating symptoms of seasonal allergies on a daily basis.
Include Omega 3 found in oily fish, chia and flax seeds, and some turmeric and ginger to help reduce inflammation.
Some people find that small daily amounts of local honey can help build immunity to local pollens over time.
No matter how healthy your diet is, it may be difficult to provide all the nutrients required for optimum health every day, especially when there are extra demands. This is a good time to consider additional support with supplements that can help reduce histamine and inflammation, as well as immune support.
Rather than taking several different nutrients look for unique blends like Viridian Quercetin & B5 Complex, which is ideal for these distressing summer allergies. As well as Quercetin and B5 it contains Vitamin C, Bromelain, Chamomile, Nettle, and Pine Bark. Viridian Quercetin& B5 Complex contain 100% natural ingredients, clean, pure, and ethical with no artificial fillers, binder, or any nasties. It is palm oil free and is suitable for vegetarian and vegan lifestyle. I think it is worth considering to help relieve your symptoms. So that you can enjoy the summer just like everyone else.
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