Allergy Techniques Revealed

What we do is just as powerful as what we eat to keep ourselves operating at our
highest energy. This especially applies during allergy season. Instead of just
popping a pill and trekking ahead as usual, try taking care instead.

Know Your Season: If you know exactly what allergy triggers you are
susceptible to (get tested by your doctor or carefully chart your reactions this year),
you can take extra care by following this seasonal guide:

Alder: Feb, Mar, Apr, May

Hazelnut: Feb, Mar, Apr, May

Elm: Feb, Mar, Apr, May

Birch: Mar, April, May, June

Maple: Mar, April, May, June

Oak: Mar, April, May, June

Sorrel: April, May, June, July, Aug, Sept

Stinging Nettle: April, May, June, July, Aug, Sept

Beech: April, May, June

Spruce: April, May, June

Buttercup: May, June, July

Mugwort: July, Aug, Sept

Horseradish: This condiment has an extreme ability to thin abundant
mucus so it can drain from the nasal passages. Eat as much as you can tolerate
(yummy on crackers!) or make a tea by combining horseradish, lemon juice and
honey. Drink throughout the day.

Keep Windows Closed: It may seem simple and you may feel like you are
missing the “fresh air of spring”, but it could save you money and sneeze power.
Secure windows of your home and car during your “tough” season.

Reduce Dairy Intake: Especially for allergy sufferers, dairy products can
inhibit breathing and increase mucus. Reduce dairy; increase breathing.

Showers and Baths: Take a shower at night to remove any pollen that may
have collected in your hair or nails during the day. Take a HOT bath to raise your
body temperature to help the body purge toxins. Add the essential oioil(a11
natura1, no artificial fragrances) of camphor, menthol and eucalyptus to help with
decongestion (You can also mix these oils with sweet almond oil and apply under
the nose and on the neck during the day for easier breathing).

Vitamins C and E: These two power vitamins help support healthy immune
function as well as prevent allergic response. Your best bet for intake increase:
(Vitamin C ) – citrus fruits, bell peppers, chili peppers, amaranth, berries, cabbage,
parsley, potatoes, sprouts, tomatoes (Vitamin E) – nuts, seeds, whole grains, dark
green leaves of cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, dandelion greens, sprouts,
asparagus, cucumbers and spinach.