Springtime Allergies and Immune Support
With winter finally gone, and the fullness of spring flowering here, there are a lot of us who suffer its consequences with a host of irritating allergic reactions. The airborne pollen has many of us sneezing, wheezing, and stuffy. Now is the time to be proactive and start using herbs and other natural health protocols to support a less dramatic allergic response, as spring gets into full swing.
Boost Your Immune System with Food & Supplements
There are some great studies supporting stinging nettles efficacy in this (Pharmacokinetic analysis of anti-allergy and anti-inflammation bio actives in a nettle (Urtica dioica) extract.), which have multiple constituents that support a healthy inflammatory and immune response, for those troubled with seasonal allergies. Nettles provide essential minerals and nutrients often lacking in winter diets.
You can also support your immune system with food and supplements. A great product we have available is D-Hist by Ortho Molecular. It features stinging nettle and other nutrients and enzymes to help tamp down the inflammatory response. Make an immune supportive smoothie or juice with fruit high in vitamin C (mangoes, berries, citrus) and try adding some Tonic Alchemy or other superfood powder to make it extra fortifying.
The Link Between Allergies & the Lymphatic System
The lymph system is intricately linked with the immune system. This system is generally understood to be the body’s sewage system as it clears the body of toxins and wastes, removing acids, metabolic wastes, and other inflammatory material through the organs of elimination. Taking an herbal lymph system supportive formula can boost the body’s immunoregulatory capacity as well as the lymph system in clearing the system from inflammatory triggers. Supporting the immune system is also a great way to reduce the severity and duration of allergic reactions. One of the most popular formulas we have for the Lymphatic System is Lymphatonic by Herbs Etc. It is one of my favorite formulas due to the consistent positive results and feedback we receive from our customers who use it.
There are many great herbs and nutrients for allergies in the natural health world, using the Lymphatonic and D-Hist formulations together in my experience is one of the most effective protocols.
Be Well,
Edwin Dossman