For some of us, this time of year can be quite challenging. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, here are a few ways to keep your symptoms in check: 

1. Foods to Prioritize: raw local honey, bone broth, probiotic-rich foods, fresh organic vegetables, lean organic meats

2. Foods to Limit: alcohol, caffeine, dairy, wheat, processed sugar

3. Supplements to Consider: spirulina, quercetin, butterbur, probiotics, bromelain, zinc, stinging nettle (consult your health practitioner before taking any supplement)

4. Neti Pot: use a neti pot 1-2x/day to rinse allergens out of your nasal passages

5. Essential Oils: diffuse eucalyptus, lavender, and peppermint oil, to open the sinuses

6. Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine: regular acupuncture treatments and a custom herbal formula can significantly improve allergy symptoms

And don’t forget to stay hydrated, limit your outdoor exposure on high pollen count days, shower before bed to get lingering pollen off of your skin, wash clothing and bedding more frequently, and keep your windows closed on high pollen count days. 

What brings you relief during allergy season? Comment below!