Hay Fever Natural Treatments

The condition of hay fever is the result of an allergic reaction caused by the ingestion of pollens of various seasonal plants. And, although hay fever is most common during the spring and summer months, it can be experienced at any time of year by those who suffer with pollen-induced allergies. 

Lifestyle Changes and Hayfever

Hayfever is experienced most when pollen levels are highest outside. It is therefore suggested that the best way to combat hayfever is to avoid these pollens as much as possible. Common recommendations to avoid pollens include:

• remaining inside during the morning and late afternoon hours to avoid the highest pollen levels
• using recirculated air-conditioned air
• using dryers instead of hanging clothes out to dry
• using pollen filter masks if/when you will be exposed to pollen-filled areas
• washing hands and face regularly

Natural Treatments For Hayfever

As with all natural treatments, the best cure comes when the right symptoms have been identified. In the case of hayfever, identifying the exact culprit of the allergic reaction will yield the best results for those suffering. Some common remedies for the most general symptoms include:

• Allium Cepa may be helpful for those with burning eyes and nasal passages, watering eyes, scratchy, sore throats, and a runny nose.
• Euphrasia may help those with burning eyes and a runny nose.
• Hydrastis may clear up thick, yellow mucus.

Although these treatments may provide relief, the best way to treat hayfever naturally is to seek a specialist that can help identify your exact symptoms and recommend the best natural cure based on their findings.