Sneezing attacks, runny nose, itchy eyes, conjunctivitis or an itchy palate

All of these symptoms are probably familiar to you, and so you look forward to the new season and the development of nature with mixed feelings?

The symptoms that occur are the result of a reaction to protein components in plant pollen or grasses.

Are you currently part of the nasal drops, eye drops, antihistamines and cortisone faction?

Then we have a few tips that might help...just give it a try - it's all completely natural!

Nasal rinse/nasal douche with salt water (Emser salt)

Nutrition

• Reduce sweet and sour flavors in your diet. Include more spicy and bitter ingredients. Spicy flavors remove excess mucus and moisture, while bitter flavors are known to have anti-allergic properties according to Ayurvedic understanding.
• Dairy products, raw vegetables, animal products and sweet fruits should be avoided. Remove from your diet for now.
• Warm up your body properly with spices and teas (ginger water, herbal tea).

Do not suppress natural urges such as coughing or sneezing!

Perform breathing exercises/Pranayama

Ayurvedic herbs

The use of dietary supplements has proven effective in treating hay fever.

• Guduchi extract - is said in Ayurveda to have a strong detoxifying and purifying effect. v.a. the liver should be supported in its detoxifying function. *Contained in QIDOSHA CLEAN
• At Trikatu It is a blend of ginger and long black pepper that stimulates the metabolism. In Ayurveda, the digestive fire Agni is central to the immune system, so food should be as spicy and bitter as possible. Both of these apply perfectly to Trikatu. *Contained in QIDOSHA IN-SHAPE

☯️ TCM also has a few tips to offer

Traditional Chinese Medicine states that hay fever symptoms originate from a stagnation of the metabolism in the head. This leads to congestion, which causes a buildup of toxins in the head. The trigger for this congestion is pollen, which is carried to the body by the wind.

There must be a susceptibility to stagnation in the body.

In addition, there must be an immune deficiency, otherwise the pollen would not enter the body but could be successfully repelled.

The immune system originates in the kidneys. If kidney function is sufficient, a person has a good constitution and a strong immune system. This immune strength is replenished by nutrition.

In addition, the body receives additional support through the respiratory system (lungs). This system is also responsible for distributing the immune system to the surface and skin.

The immune system can be strengthened through diet.

• The Reishi Mushroom

This medicinal mushroom has been used in TCM for centuries due to its immunomodulatory and adaptogenic properties.

The Reishi Its triterpenes can stabilize mast cells and reduce the body's release of the hormone histamine, which is responsible for swelling, redness, and itching.

Polysaccharides and antioxidants can help quickly relieve hay fever reactions.

• The almond mushroom

Polysaccharides in a uniquely high concentration can also be Agaricus Blazei Murrill (also known as ABM or almond mushroom) Beta-glucans contribute to the normal function of the immune system.

As a "biological response modifier" (BRM), it regulates the immune system; if there is a tendency to overreact, it slows down the immune response or strengthens it - depending on the individual constitution.

• Hedgehog beard - the Hericium mushroom

In order to support the intestine, whose mucous membrane contains an essential part of the immune system, the use of Hedgehog's mane - Hericium - be useful. It regenerates and soothes the intestinal mucosal cells.

Acupuncture can also be a great help for the eyes and nose.

So: Here’s to a pain-free spring!

Your QIDOSHA Team