By Karen Morris
With the start of Spring, the weather really heated up for us in Sydney.
Reports of unusual temperatures reaching big highs, it’s really felt more like Summer already.
You may be asking, what happened to Spring?
However, we’ve also had a lot of windy days and with all the new spring flowers and foliage about, the wind is distributing pollen and dander and stirring up leaves around and around everywhere we go.
You may have noticed your eyes are drier and grittier when you’re out walking. Maybe your sinuses are acting up, causing blockages and stuffiness. And maybe your throat is irritated too. And how is your skin? Have you noticed dry, itchy, flaky skin?
You might think the wind doesn’t affect you when you’re walking down the street, but for some people, it causes a whole host of allergies and irritations that one can really do without.
Not only do they affect you during the day, but also at nighttime when trying to sleep.
And if you’re not getting enough sleep, we all know the studies that have shown that lack of sleep is very detrimental to your health.
So how exactly do these winds stir up the allergy response in your system?
High winds can cause severe allergic reactions by spreading pollens far and wide.
As mentioned before, allergy responses can be:
- Dry, gritty, itchy eyes
- Swollen, puffy, red eyes
- Itchy throat
- Sinus blockages or runny sinuses and drips
- Itchy, blotchy skin, rashes
- Asthma, shortness of breath
- Hay fever
It’s best to try and reduce your exposure to wind and pollens by staying indoors as much as possible, closing your windows and using an air purifier if needed.
Here at Herbs Online Shop. we also have a range of organic, natural and safe remedies to help you through this allergy season.
Allergy Herbal Drops are a combination of herbs that are helpful in decreasing allergic reactions to airborne substances, foods and environmental toxins. The herbs are safe, natural and effective in helping to decrease inflammation and promote respiratory health and a healthy immune system.
Allergy herbal drops are for anyone suffering from allergies, and they are also an effective treatment for children with eczema and recurrent ear infections, which are often caused due to allergies. Our allergy herbal drops are natural and safe to use. Take 5ml once to four times daily depending on symptoms.
If you’d prefer to take a single herb, Baical Skullcap liquid herbal drops are your allergy assistant this Spring. Baical skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis Root) is used to treat respiratory infections, hay fever, dermatitis, eczema, urticaria and fever. Baical Skullcap is antiallergic and anti-inflammatory.
Baical skullcap’s active compound wogonin reduced the allergic response to mites in human skin cells. Baikal Skulcap reduced the allergic reaction by decreasing levels of histamine and other inflammatory compounds. Skullcap reduced the inflammatory response to allergenic proteins by decreasing IgE antibodies and cytokine levels. The herb also prevented allergy-triggering proteins from being absorbed in the gut.
To treat asthma, Baicalin from baical skullcap showed anti-asthmatic activity (antihistaminic and anticholinergic activity) in isolated tracheal muscle. Reducing hypersensitivity and inflammation in the airways is vital to managing asthma. Its traditional use supports the relief of nighttime asthma symptoms. Take 2ml once to three times daily.
Quercetin is a natural anti-inflammatory that reduces the risk of free radical-induced inflammation and damage via several mechanisms. Allergy management: Quercetin may assist in the management of allergies through inhibition of leukotriene synthesis and histamine release. Antioxidant support: Protection during times of excessive free radical exposure such as inflammation. Take 1 tablet one to two times daily depending on the severity of symptoms.
Probiotics such as Lactobacillus rhamnosus & Lactobacillus paracasei are also super important to keep your immune system regulated and reduce the occurrence of allergy symptoms. Taking a daily probiotic such as this also helps the management of eczema and psoriasis, and can help to reduce the symptoms of eczema such as itching.
Love Homeopathic remedies? Then Haylo Biopathic Drops for Hayfever and Allergy Relief are for you! Haylo is a blend of Hystaminum 30c, Kali Phosphate 30c, Luffa 30c, Galphimia 30c and reduces the symptoms and incidence of Hayfever and Allergy. If you haven’t tried homeopathic remedies before, feel free to get in contact and we’ll talk you through the benefits.
If you’re after a good nasal spray, then Allan Sutton’s Nasal Spray can help ease the nasal irritation associated with colds and flu, allergic reactions including hay fever; and sinus problems. It contains 16-20ppm of silver which can provide many benefits and can act as an antibiotic that helps stave off nasty bacteria, fungi and viruses.
Only the purest method of manufacturing is used which is the electrolysis process. This is where silver electrodes are immersed in distilled or de-ionised water and a current is passed between the electrodes through this medium.
Aloe Vera and Cucumber Gel is great for skin allergies and irritations. Aloe vera & cucumber gel contains no preservatives or additives and is 100% natural.
Aloe vera & cucumber gel is for anyone with stressed, red, inflamed and irritated skin due to Rosacea, Sunburn, Allergy or Trauma.
The soothing properties of Aloe and Cucumber will calm down facial puffiness, redness and irritation and reduce the appearance of dark circles under the eyes.
In addition, Aloe supports new cell formation and hastens wound healing when applied to scar tissue four times a day. The gel provides nutrients to the skin and promotes healthy tissue growth by reducing inflammation.
For those swollen, puffy eyes, Cucumber Eye Gel is a soothing gel that is applied to the skin area around the eye and reduces the appearance of puffy eyes. It can also be effective in reducing scars and naturally lightening skin.
Cucumber eye gel is made from natural vitamin E, cucumber oil, seabuckthorn, aloe vera leaf juice, marine collagen, witch hazel and green tea extract. Apply two times daily to the affected area.
There are so many cost-effective and natural solutions for Spring allergies. Don’t let this season stop you from doing what you love!
Each of these remedies are safe and provide relief from symptoms and unnecessary suffering.
Of course, if you’re not sure, please book a consultation with our expert Naturopath, Karen, or call the clinic at (02) 9555 5117 and we’ll be happy to have a chat.