Rise above Allergy Season

Spring is finally here, but for allergy sufferers Spring can mean the onset of runny noses, watery eyes, itching, sneezing, coughing, and congestion.  While there are many medicines to choose from for relief, they never get to the cause of the problem, usually just masking the symptoms and having a set of aggravating side effects; such as drowsiness, irritability, sleeplessness, impaired thinking, and even depression.

Many parents are looking for a natural, safe, drug-free approach to help their children adapt better to their environment through chiropractic.

Here are some natural solutions that can take the "pressure" off and won't leave you wondering which you would rather deal with... the allergies or the side-effects of allergy medication. 

1. Nasal Rinses: Available over the counter, and are also safe for children.  Simple saline sprays and Neti pots are most popular. 

2. Quercetin: Is a natural plant-derived antioxidant with anti-histamine qualities found in many foods, such as citrus fruits, onions, apples, parsley, tea, tomatoes, broccoli, lettuce and wine.  

3. Vitamin C: Has been shown to enhance the effectiveness of Quercetin and boost your immune system.

4. Probiotics: A great way to help the body combat allergies.  When the body has the proper balance of bacteria for digestion, it is less likely to have hypersensitivity reactions to allergens.

5. Local Honey: Every day consumption of honey from a hive where bees are using local pollen can expose you to small doses of allergens, preventing your body from perceiving them as a threat.