No More Allergies With These 4 Home Tricks
Following the doctor’s instructions, keeping the house clean and well ventilated, and leading a healthy lifestyle would be beneficial for people with allergies.
Do you regularly suffer from allergies? If you have already tried everything and nothing has worked yet, you can ask your doctor if you could try these 4 home tricks that we are going to discuss next.
An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system overreacts to certain substances. Although this system helps protect and defend the body against foreign agents, sometimes it overreacts to certain substances or elements that can be considered normal.
The natural remedies that we are going to propose are part of Ayurveda medicine. They can be a good accompaniment to the treatment prescribed by the doctor -if the professional authorizes it-, but they do not exempt either from visiting the specialist or from following their advice. Therefore, always use them wisely and within the framework of a healthy and consistent lifestyle.
The most common allergies
There are several types of allergies, and these have repercussions that the doctor treats individually. For this reason, a visit to the doctor is highly recommended: only the specialist can diagnose you and prescribe the most appropriate treatment.
However, among the most common allergies are food allergies, insects, seasonal type (pollen, for example) or caused by intolerance to latex or other elements.
Some of the symptoms of these allergies can be alleviated using one of the home remedies shared below. Either way, keep in mind that not in all cases its use has scientific endorsement.
Say no more allergies: 4 homemade tricks to combat them
1. Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus is famous for its expectorant effect. Across America, as well as other regions of the world, it is common for people to boil and inhale its leaves to alleviate their allergies and colds.
Also, a concentrated oil is made that can be poured onto the chest and massaged; This would help clear the airways according to different studies.
In fact, it is believed that eucalyptus essential oil would work as an aid to the indicated medical treatment for upper respiratory tract infections by limiting the durability of infectious agents. However, it is recommended to consult with your doctor before using eucalyptus oil as it could cause allergies.
2. Apple cider vinegar
Although no scientific data has been found to support the effectiveness of apple cider vinegar in alleviating allergies, there is research that has proven certain properties that would contribute to it.
An animal study pointed out that apple cider vinegar increases antibodies, while its anti-inflammatory properties make the effects of allergy more bearable.
Remember, although there are no contraindications associated with the use of these natural remedies. Nor is there irrefutable evidence about its efficiency. Consult with your doctor about the safety of using them.
3. Again, the lemon juice
Due to its high content of vitamin C and antioxidants, lemon juice would help the lymphatic system and overcome respiratory problems. The daily intake of this citrus would combat the growth of bacteria and stimulate the immune system.
You could use the lemon juice and its peel, add a little water and spray it at home to disinfect the environment. Its essential oil would help kill bacteria and eliminate allergy triggers that are in the air.
4. Basil oil
Ayurveda medicine points out that basil essential oil would reduce the inflammatory response of allergens. Also, it would help the body to react adequately to a threat by flowing blood to the brain, heart and muscles.
Faced with allergy, visit the doctor
If you want to say “no more to allergies”, it is best to see your doctor. Surely, he will carry out different studies to diagnose what you have an allergy to and then give you the treatment that best suits your needs.
The natural remedies mentioned here (or any other) can be used as adjuvants but they never replace the treatment indicated by the specialist. Either way, it is also recommended to consult with your doctor about the safety of its use.
