Be sure to watch my video "Get Rid of Allergies for Good: Dr Vera's Ultimate Seasonal Allergy Guide" for an in-depth look at how to address the root cause of why you have seasonal allergies!
Here’s a quick 5 step guide to get you started: It’s a good idea to do 3 of the 5 suggestions for best results. Depending on just 1 won’t do the trick!
#1 Re-Consider the Air Quality in your Home:
Don’t overlook the obvious. Improving the air quality at home and even in your car can make a huge difference. You should be changing air filters at least 2x/during allergy season. You can also invest in a air filter for a room you spend lots of time in, such as your office or living area.
Check your home!
#2 Lower your immune threshold:
It takes time, but when you build a solid foundation for your immune system, it will stop over-reacting. You need to start early in the season to send a clear message to your body. I put together a protocol for you of the top herbs and vitamins that will do job!
Here are my top recommendations designed to get rid of seasonal allergies for good!
Complete support: Vitamin C + Sinus Care + Mixed Berry Extract + Probiotic
Ultra Basic Support: Vitamin C + Quercetin/Nettles
Children: Probiotic + Allergy Care + Mixed berry Extract
Drink plenty of water!
#3 Mushrooms make all the difference.
Seasonal allergies often stem from an imbalance in the immune system. Medicinal Mushrooms have many diverse actions and can address several underlying factors involved in the allergic response. Mushrooms are immune-modulatory, they can support our immune system to function optimally and lessen our heightened response to allergens providing hay fever relief!
Read how reishi can help make a huge difference in your allergy-specific immunity!
#4Clear the particulates from the source of AGGRAVATION
I’m a huge fan of nasal rinses. A neti pot is a container designed to rinse debris or mucus from your nasal cavity. This is a no-brainer especially if symptoms are worse at night.
Neti-Pot Instructions:
Using your Neti Wash™ Neti Pot
1. Prepare the saline solution and fill your Neti Pot.
2. Lean forward and turn your head to the side.
3. Insert the sprout of the Neti Pot gently into the upper nostril to create a comfortable seal.
4. Raise the Neti Pot gradually so the saline solution flows in through the upper nostril and out the lower nostril. Breathe through your mouth.
5. Once the solution has flowed through, exhale through your nose to clear the nasal passages.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 with the other nostril.
#5 Soothe your respiratory tract:
Steam inhalation is a technique utilized to open the nasal passages, clear out mucus, and support the lungs. Be careful with children and using steam inhalation!
Steam Inhalation Instructions:
Directions
Heat water in a kettle or pot until steaming hot (if it boils, let it cool until it no longer bubbles).
Pour water into a heat-safe bowl.
Add essential oils to water, drop by drop.
Lean over until your face is a few inches above the bowl and drape towel over your head to create a steam tent over the bowl.
Hold this position and deeply inhale the steam for 5 to 10 minutes