Every spring and summer, plants like flowers, trees, and grasses release pollen into the air, especially during March, April, and May. This influx of pollen can trigger seasonal allergies, also known as hay fever, characterized by symptoms such as sneezing, watery eyes, itchy throat, and a stuffed-up nose. For those seeking natural remedies, homeopathy offers a variety of options that are safe for home treatment. For recurring allergies it is best to seek constitutional prescribing from a qualified Homeopath.
Common Symptoms of Seasonal Allergies
Sneezing fits
Runny or stuffy nose
Watery, itchy eyes
Scratchy throat
Coughing
Homeopathic Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
Allium Cepa (Red Onion)
Symptoms: Itchy nose and eyes, clear and burning nasal discharge, constant sneezing, sensitivity to light.
Worse: In the evening and indoors.
Better: Outdoors.
Euphrasia (Eyebright)
Symptoms: Burning eyes with acrid discharge, swollen eyelids, lots of sneezing but bland nasal discharge.
Worse: In the sun.
Better: Indoors.
Arsenicum Iodatum
Symptoms: Burning, tearing eyes, sneezing with runny nose, sore nostrils, dry cough.
Worse: At night.
Better: Keeping warm and staying indoors.
Sabadilla
Symptoms: Frontal sinus headache, itchy and stuffed-up nose, violent sneezing, watery eyes, sore eyelids.
Worse: In open air and sunlight.
Better: Warmth and warm drinks.
Pulsatilla
Symptoms: Thick yellow discharge from eyes and nose, inflamed eyelids, lots of sneezing.
Worse: From warmth.
Better: In open air.
Nux Vomica
Symptoms: Stuffy nose at night, itchy eyes, ears, and throat, prolonged sneezing, sensitivity to light.
Worse: Early morning.
Better: Warm drinks.
Arundo
Symptoms: Intense itching in the nose, ears, and roof of the mouth, sneezing, watery eyes.
Best: At the start of hay fever season.
Practical Tips and Natural Remedies
Honeycomb: Chew on local honeycomb for relief.
Garlic and Turmeric: Add these to your diet for their anti-inflammatory properties.
Cucumber Slices: Use on eyes to reduce redness and itching.
Eucalyptus Steam: Inhalations to unblock the nose.
Horseradish: Sniffing grated horseradish can help clear nasal passages.
Bananas, Nuts, and Seeds: Consume for their magnesium content.
Homeopathic remedies can offer gentle and effective relief for hay fever symptoms, making it possible to enjoy the beauty of spring and summer without the discomfort of seasonal allergies. For best results, consider booking in for a consultation to tailor the treatment to your specific needs.
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