Fall Allergies? The Best Alternative Remedies to Try

Rana Wiseone
The season of Fall has approached and you are already sneezing, your eyes itch and are watery and red. Allergies stem from the bodies built in mechanism to protect itself, or reject an invasion of the cells. The most common allergic "defense" of the body is the over production of histamines in the body. Histamines cause the itchy eyes, runny nose, wheezing and other allergic reactions. Listed below are 5 of the best side effect free, alternative fall allergy medicines available.

Advanced Formula Allergy Support is a balanced blend of vitamins, mineral and herbs that helps for fall or any seasonal sufferers. It normalizes the histamine response. It moderates the immune system so that runny noses and congestion are minimal.

Find it at -www.chineseherbsdirect.com

Allergies- Hayfever/Pollen

Allergies-Hayfever/ Pollen, a homeopathic respiratory medicine designed for relief of minor hayfever, pollen allergy symptoms, runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes, watery eyes and respitory congestion.

Find it at-www.naturessunshine.com

Breathe Free Chi

Breathe Free Chi is an herb formulated to clear congestion, mainly the upper respiratory tract when damp phlegm and mucus congestion occurs. It clears congestion in the sinuses and lungs, assists with swelling. This product diminishes seasonal allergy problems including headaches, pressure in ears and eyes, difficulty breathing. It protects mucous membranes, reduce severity of allergy attacks.

Find it at-www.healthcareherb.com

Echinacea a common herb many use is extremely useful for allergy symptoms. It can be found in whole foods markets and health food stores.

Allergy Teas

General herbal teas that clear dreadful allergy symptoms and clear congestion are Burdock, Nettle, Licorice, Echinacea, and Mullen Teas found at health food stores.

Conventional Over the Counter Medicine

Antihistamines, such as (Benadryl and Claritin) stop sneezing, runny noses and itching. These may cause drowsiness, and dry mouth which is a sign of dehydration to the body.

Decongestants

Decongestants are nasal sprays, oral pills, or eye drops, designed to clear up a stuffy (congested) nose. Nasal Sprays that are typical over the counter medicines are (Afrin and Dristan) may burn and itch the nasal passages. Oral pills for decongestion can cause shaky or nervousness, a rapid heart beat, if you have high blood pressure it can worsen it. There are Decongestant Eye Drops such as (Clear Eyes and saline drops). These may really reduce itching and watery eyes but should not be used more than 3 days in a row, due to chemicals that can harm the eyes. Saline drops may feel good but will not reduce allergy symptoms.

Antihistamines/Decongestant Combinations

Antihistamines such as (Allerest and Actified) can decrease the drowsiness, but a lot of people still experience nervousness.

The natural alternative way is the best way to help those Fall and Seasonal Allergies.

Published by Rana Wiseone

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