Flower pollen appears very early and often in large numbers. People who are allergic to them in January or February are exposed to the first contact with hazel and alder pollen.A bit later, the birch begins to bloom, and the specks of its pollen bother even more.In extreme cases, the presence of allergy sufferers in the open air from spring to summer is possible only on certain days or even hours.
Hay fever is a problem for more and more people. This disease has little to do with an ordinary runny nose. Nasal dripping and bouts of violent sneezing are just some of the symptoms.They are accompanied by burning eyes and other ailments, such as itching in the mouth and ears, headaches and nausea.Antihistamines often have side effects.Also, cortisone-containing agents should only be used in severe cases and for a very short time.
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Pyłki leszczyny appear in early spring (Photo: Fotolia.com) |
Special immunotherapy, i.e. specific desensitization, normalizes the body's defense reactions, but it lasts a long time - up to three years. Prolonged disease is harmful because at this time the constantly irritated defense system activates new substances. After some time, the disease also affects the bronchi, and a runny nose can develop into allergic asthma.
Flower pollen is actually a harmless substance. Allergic reactions are caused by protein compounds contained in the pollen of wind-pollinated plants.To ensure effective reproduction of the species, plants in this group release whole clouds of very light pollen particles, which the wind often carries over very long distances.If we are prone to allergies, a small amount of pollen is enough to induce resistance in the immune system.
An extremely useful role is played by the dustiness calendar, showing the periods of the greatest threats and enabling their avoidance.Remember, however, that flowering seasons may shift, while the concentration of pollen in the air depends on the weather and local conditions.An online allergy service that provides up-to-date aerobiological reports is run by the Environmental Allergen Research Center.
The best herbs to relieve hay fever
1.Mustard seedblack ingredient of homeopathic preparations, soothes irritations
2.WasakAdhatoda vasica - strengthens immunity and has strong anti-allergic properties
3.Sasankarelieves hypersensitivity to allergenic substances. Only to be used in homeopathic mixtures!
Fortunately, in nature there are not only plants that produce pollen that causes allergies, but also valuable medicinal herbs, which are the main ingredient of antiallergic preparations. Black mustard Sinapsis nigra, AmericansabadylamedicalSchoenocaulon officinale and Aralia racemosa black mustard contain substances that are components of homeopathic remedies for hay fever, soothe the skin nasal mucosa and lacrimation. If the itching affects the throat and the hearing organs, homeopaths recommend a drug containing Arundo mauritanica grass extract.
Heals conjunctivitis and swelling of the eyelidsfireflyEuphrasia. We use compresses with dried infusion or eye drops bought at a pharmacy. Sick eyes should not be rubbed so as not to cause a bacterial infection.
Allergenic plants
Nettle- flower pollen hovers in the air from April to October plantain
Plantain lanceolate- blooms from May to the end of August in meadows and next to roads, mugwort
Artemisia common- highly allergenic pollen rises in the air in June and July
Ambrosia bylycolistna- even small amounts of pollen cause severe allergy
Goldenrod- anyone who has an allergic reaction to mugwort also has problems with goldenrod
Birch- pollen from male flowers torments allergy sufferers from March to May
If we are waiting for spring with mixed feelings due to our tendency to allergies, let's try to alleviate the hyperactivity of the defense system with extracts from the Indian plantwasakAdhatoda vasica. Scientific research shows that preparations containing natural plant substances are often more effective than chemical drugs, and also do not cause side effects.Wasak extract helps to overcome hay fever.This recently discovered medicinal plant enables precise, concentrated treatment of allergic ailments and effectively strengthens the body's self-healing powers. . The pasque-flower Pulsatilla vulgaris also has immunizing properties.
Beautiful alpine perennial has found many uses in homeopathy, it can even be used in the treatment of allergic asthma.Remember, however, that self-checking the healing possibilities of plant preparations may be dangerous.Therefore, you should always consult a doctor or an experienced homeopath for advice first.
