Hayfever

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WHAT IS HAYFEVER
Hayfever also known as allergic rhinitis is an allergic reaction within the eyes, nose and throat. Hayfever can be the result of an allergen. Some allergens are pollen, mould, animal hair, dust mites, insect bites, certain foods, drugs and medication, vaccines,

Hayfever is quite common during spring or summer as there are a lot of airborne allergies. However some people can suffer with hayfever all year round. Allergies can be aggravated by changes in temperature, smoke and pollution. Often the symptoms of hayfever are worse on windy days and mornings.

CAUSE OF INDIGESTION AND HEARTBURN
The allergy symptoms of hayfever are caused when special mast cells located within the nose, eyes and throat are irritated. Substances are then released to combat the irritation, and the symptoms appear.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF HAYFEVER
Symptoms May Include:

• Sneezing
• Stuffy Nose
• Runny Nose
• Watery Eyes
• Popping Ears
• Loss of Smell
• Blocked sinuses
• Tickly, irritated throat
• Dark rings around the eyes

COMMON TREATMENTS FOR HAYFEVER
It is important to diagnose what type of allergy you have and then you can treat it intelligently. The most common hayfever treatments are:

• Eye Drops
• Allergy Shots
• Decongestants
• Antihistamines
• Nasal Steroid Sprays

NATURAL TREATMENTS FOR HAYFEVER

• Hayfever Creams
• Natural Eye Drops
• Natural Allergy Tablets
• Natural Herbal Decongestants
• Avoid Wheat and Gluten Products

Helpful Tips to Reduce Allergies:

• Use allergy proof linen and clothes
• Consider removing carpet if needed
• Use a HEPA filtered vacuum cleaner
• When cleaning or gardening wear a dust proof mask
• Keep doors and windows closed when pollen counts are high
• Use an air conditioner and humidifier to keep the air dry and clean
• Make animals live outside the house unless they are hypoallergenic
• Dry your clothes and washing inside, as pollen can stick to them if they’re outside

NATURAL HERBS & FOODS TO TREAT HAYFEVER

• Nettle
• Yarrow
• Ephedra
• Quercetin
• Bromelain
• Olive Leaf
• Horseradish
• Rye Sprouts
• Vitamin C (antihistamine)

MEDICATIONS
Although there are many different hayfever treatments, the most common treatments are antihistamines, however these medications can have side affects, so finding an alternative natural treatment is an advantage.

COMPLICATIONS
If your allergies are quite serious, see your GP.

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