Allergies is defined as the body’s response against any external stimulus. Many people are allergic to the various chemicals that are present in the atmosphere during this spring season of the year. Sneezing, coughing, running nose and congestion are the major characteristics of the seasonal allergies. Allergic rhinitis and hay fever also make the life completely miserable. To keep the situation completely under control, individuals stay indoors and avoid the windy and dry days. They wear the dust mask and immediately remove the clothes as soon as they enter their homes. These help them to avoid the extreme consequences of seasonal allergies to a huge extent. However, these do not provide any solution to the problem.
To provide solution to the problem of seasonal allergies, Planet Ayurveda plays a huge role. Planet Ayurveda is the leading manufacturer of the herbal products. It is a globally recognized certified company. The products it provides are extremely safe to consume and have no side effects at all. They are free from any chemicals, artificials and preservatives as well.
Here are the top 5 herbs for seasonal allergies
Top 5 Herbs for Seasonal Allergies
Haridra (Curcuma longa)
Haridra is a superb herb with a lot of effective medicinal and herbal properties. Haridra has antibiotic, antiseptic, anti-allergic, analgesic, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. It is one of the superb herbs which help to combat the pathogens and protect the body from the various allergic reactions.
Neem (Azadirachtaindica)
This herb is yet another important Ayurvedic herb. It not only has the capability to treat seasonal allergies, also aids in curing various other physiological complications. It helps in treating skin related disorders, which occur especially due to microbial infections. The detoxifying property of neem helps in cleansing the body system completely. It also has purifying properties. This helps in purifying the blood of the individuals to a huge extent and eliminate any toxic substances from the body completely. This helps in leading a disease free life. It is effective in treating skin infections, skin allergies, blood disorders, boils and many more complications.
Ashwagandha (Withaniasomnifera)
This Ayurvedic herb helps in treating the problem right from the roots. Ashwagandha is commonly known as the Indian Ginseng. Seasonal allergies often lead to inflammatory reactions. And, Ashwagandha has anti-inflammatory properties. This property make s it an apt herb for the treatment of the seasonal allergies to a huge extent. It is extremely popular in the Western countries and has the potential to treat various types of allergies properly.
Shirish (Albezzialebbock)
Another important herb with the potential to fight allergies is the Shirish. It is also known as the Vish-ghan. It is used to eliminate the essential toxins accumulated in the body and purify the system completely. These toxins are known as the “ama”. These get accumulated in our bodies and lead to several disorders, diseases and illnesses. These also interfere with our immune system and weaken it completely. This leads to the breakdown of the body.Shirish has the detoxifying property. Thus, it helps to purify the blood and maintain a healthy life.
Tulsi (Ocimumtenuiflorum)
Tulsi is also known as the Holy Basil. It possesses several pharmacological properties. This herbal plant helps in combating cough and allergic reactions significantly. It helps in the treatment of acute respiratory disorders, influenza and viral flu. These symptoms of the seasonal allergies are eradicated with the help of this herb.
These 5 herbs help a lot in treating seasonal allergies.
Diet in Seasonal Allergies
People suffering from seasonal allergies are recommended to follow a diet chart strictly. This diet chart includes certain food items, which must be consumed and some, which must be eliminated from their meal completely.
Foods to Consume during Seasonal Allergies
Following is the list of the food items, which must be consumed if the individual ldesires to lead a healthy life and avoid seasonal allergies.
- Fatty Fish like salmon, sardines, mackerel, tuna, trout, herring, blue fish
- Flaxseeds
- Walnuts
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Onions
- Berries
- Apples
- Tea
- Strawberries
- Oranges
- Peppers
- Garlic
- Yogurt
- Turmeric
- Wheat bran
- Kelp
- Cashews
Foods to Avoid during Seasonal Allergies
Following is the list of the food items, which must be avoided in case the individual is suffering from seasonal allergies. The list includes
- Parsley
- Tomatoes
- Blue Cheese
- Almonds
- Wine
- Banana
- Celery
- Chamomile Tea
Fight Seasonal Allergies and lead a healthy life.
Author BioDr. Vikram Chauhan is MD in Ayurvedic medications and an expert Ayurvedic consultant from Chandigarh and practicing in Mohali, India. He has vast experience of herbs and their applied uses. See more at :http://www.planetayurveda.com/