Practical Allergy Remedies

Spring season is a wonderful season, trees grow their colorful leaves, flowers bloom, etc. It is a season that would make us all go out of the house and enjoy outdoor activities. However, spring can also be cruel to those who often suffer from hay fever. There are over 36 million Americans with hay fever or allergic rhinitis right now; this is roughly 74% of the United State's population. I you often find yourself sniffling, itchy-eyed and sneezing during spring, then you might just be allergic of some sort.

Treating allergies nowadays has been made easy by various medications; one can opt for traditional over the counter drugs like antihistamines and other prescribed meds or natural herbal products for a side-effect free relief.

This article will teach you some medications you can do to yourself without the hassles of annoying side-effects.

Sublingual Immunotherapy
Sometimes the best thing you can do for a faster relief is to use the thing that ails you. This is the concept of sublingual immunotherapy, prescription-only drops which are extracted from the plants you are allergic to are used to boost your immune system against its kind of allergy. In just abut 6 weeks; this kind of therapy will drastically decrease the amount of drugs you need to take for your allergy by up to 42%.
Prescription
Take the drops everyday for 3 to 5 years, the same as allergy shots. This medication is self-administered, thus it can save you significant amount of money from dozens of doctor visits.

Stinging Nettle
This plant contains histamine, the same chemical our body makes during allergic reactions. Thus, this chemical from this plant will help your body have more tolerance against the allergy. Stinging nettle significantly improves the symptoms of allergies by up to 64%.
Prescription
Two capsules every 3 to 4 hours during allergy season like spring.

Local Honey
Honey has pollens, eating this will help your system get used to the allergens. Plus, that honey that comes straight from the bee hives contains enzymes that can cure inflammation and also has antibiotic properties which will help you boost your immune system.
Prescription
Sweeten your tea with honey or chew honeycomb.