Certain herbs and certain supplements have been shown to relieve allergy symptoms. In addition to a daily vitamin Ñ supplement, consider taking all of the following supplements a week or two prior to the onset of your pollen allergy season (trees, April…grass, May…ragweed, August), best choices…
Crapeseed extract is the most effective natural antihistamine. In France, it’s a popular choice for treating allergies. It contains proanthocyanidin, an antioxidant that helps reduce mucous membrane inflammation.
typical dose: 100 mg to 200 mg three times daily between meals.
Nettles, derived from the leaves, stems and roots of a perennial plant that grows throughout the US, is an effective natural antihistamine. It can be taken during an allergy flare-up but is more effective as a preventive.
typical dose: 300 mg three times daily with meals.
Quercetin, a bioflavonoid in many vegetables, is a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It helps reduce nasal congestion and inhibits the effects of histamines, body chemicals that cause allergy symptoms.
Take a quercetin supplement that includes bromelain, a digestive enzyme that improves the body’s ability to absorb quercetin.
typical dose: 250 mg to 500 mg three times daily with meals.
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