Ah..ah…ah.. CHOO! It’s that time of year and here are five all-natural allergy busters to help you survive the pollen season.
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1. Wipe Your Paws
Wipe your paws and institute a “Shoes Off” policy at your door. Shoes will track a lot of allergens into your home. How adorable is this sign to hang or place at your entrance!
2. Keep Windows Closed
I hate saying this, but keep your windows shut at home. I am a good ole fashioned country gal and I love the fresh air, especially in the spring. Studies show that the allergens inside the home are typically worse than the allergens outside, but if the pollen is making you miserable, you may want to close up the house.
Invest in a few Himalayan Salt Lamps to help purify the air.
It’s your decision. Choose wisely.
3. Diffuse Essential Oils
Diffuse Lavender, Lemon, and Peppermint Essential Oils to help promote sleep and healthy sinus and immune functions.
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4. Use Natural Remedies for Your Symptoms
This Organic Breathe Easy Rub from The Honest Company does not contain harsh chemicals like menthol or petroleum and supports clear breathing with organic eucalyptus and tea tree oils.
Or you could make your own (pssst – it’s easy!)
5. Clean Your Sinuses
Use all natural sinus cleansers like this Sinus Cleanser which is an all-natural, patented saline nasal wash that provides homeopathic doses of wild indigo (Baptisia tinctoria), oregano, grapefruit seed extract, and colloidal silver—all within an isotonic solution of salt water that is buffered for proper pH balance. This synergistic solution supports natural defenses and washes away microbes, dust, debris, pollen, and other irritants.
Another gold standard is the NeilMed Sinus Rinse Kit (be sure to use filtered water only).
One final note… while this tip won’t necessarily help you breathe any better, if you have a screened in or covered porch, cover your patio furniture with an old sheet, painting drop cloth, old shower curtain, or the like. It will save you a lot of time scrubbing the pollen off of your outdoor furniture, and all you will need to do when the pollen subsides is throw the covering into the washing machine (or trash). You. Are. Welcome.
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Love, hugs, and breathing easy.
We have always removed our shoes before entering the house. Not only does it help reduce allergens but it helps reduce cleaning and my workload.
Hi Susan AMEN to that my friend! Hugs, Holly
I am having the worst year yet when it comes to allergies. Today is definitely one of those days and the medicine hasn’t kicked in yet so every time I cough my head feels like a bowling ball. Not fun. We have an air purifier but it’s pretty old and I’m thinking it may be time to upgrade. Thanks for the tips and for sharing at The Makers!
Hi Katie – Today was a horrible day for me and they said on the local news that we are only at about 30% of the pollen which means it’s going to get worse. Ugh! Hugs, Holly
I’ve had seasonal allergies for awhile but over the past 9 months have really suffered, being sick for months due to allergies and sinus infections. We also having a windows CLOSED policy in our house for awhile. I think that’s going to be really hard, I love having the windows open! I’ve written a few posts on my experience and what the plan of attack is. You can check it out here http://www.putterhome.com/p/random.html
Hi Brooke – I am so sorry to hear about the allergies and sinus, I do suffer a bit too so I feel your pain. I love the open windows and fresh air but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do, right? Hugs, Holly
We are supposed to have unusually high pollen levels where I live this year. I have horrible allergies so I will be following ALL of your tips above!
Hi Corinne – I know, I was feeling it while it was still snowing outside. I’m looking forward to spring but not everything it brings with. Hugs, Holly
These are good things to remember…..we also try to keep immunity built up, use essential oils and drink lots of water to flush out toxins. Thank you for posting. 🙂
Hi Gentle Joy – AMEN on all of the above! Water is the best! Hugs, Holly
I don’t have allergies but my husband does–for him it may be worth it to just keep the windows closed! I can always go outside to enjoy the fresh air.
Hi Rachel – I’m at the point where I’m preferring to be outside and just suffer after the rough winter we had, but check in another week and I’ll be inside with the windows boarded up! Hugs, Holly
Stopping by from the SITS Sharefest! I’ll definitely be passing along these tips to my brother who has seasonal allergies!
Thanks Julie! Hugs, Holly
Thanks for the post. I am all about alternative ways to relieve allergies. I posted on this recently – http://thewellnesswife.com/anti-inflammatory-quinoa-salad/
Hi Lisa – Oh I’ll definitely have to check it out thanks for stopping by! Hugs, Holly
I just realized I included the wrong link! Geez! Sorry! Here’s the right link – http://thewellnesswife.com/5-simple-steps-for-natural-allergy-relief/
I loved the tip about taking off your shoes policy! that picture frame is so cute!
I implemented this policy almost 6 months ago and i’ve really noticed some serious changes.
Thanks alot for sharing, passing by from the G’day Party link up!
Hi Marwa – Thanks for stopping by! I saw that frame on Pinterest and just had to provide the link to it – too stinkin cute! Hugs, Holly
Grape seed extract can help lessen the severity too a bit, just have to remember to take it a week or so early or year round. Thanks for all these tips, I suffer spring and fall so need all the help I can get!!
Hi K&M – Oh good advice never heard of that. Hugs, Holly
I have chronic sinusitis–due to allergies–surgery and all. Best tips: Use a sinus irrigation system at least once a day–if things are really bad morning and evening.. Forget about netti pots–they can transfer bacteria back and forth. Try something like Water Pik’s Sinus Senses System. It is amazing how much improvement you will have with regular use.. Contrary to popular opinion, don’t vacuum your floors every day. You are stirring up all those particles. Have the non-allergic person do the vacuuming and the allergy victim stay out of the house for about a half an hour. If you’ve been outside change your clothes and shower.You don’t have to do a full body wash, just make sure rinse well. Be sure to your hair. Understand that you can’t always controll this with home remedies. See an your doctor or an ENT if If it severe. Especially if you are seeing a green discharge. (I know it is gross) Yellow is okay. Green is a bacterial infection that requires antibiotics. This can indicate something like a staph infectiion. If needed get on a medication routine of Astepro for the allergies and Nasonex to prevent the blockages, cheek pressure, teeth pain and prevent the infections. Some of the over the counter meds help too, but many can only prevent, Once the allergies are full blown they are too late.
I think this article was for natural relief, Astepro and Nasonex are high chemical treatments with huge side effects.
I don’t think Naonex and Asterpro are high chemical treatments with huge side
effects. Have you tried any of these and have you studied them Just because something is natural, doesn’t mean it is not harmful?. Lead occurs naturally, so does sulfur. I wouldn’t want to be sucking on these two. A bacterial infection needs treatment. It won’t go on its own. Would you rather be laying on the operating table having grape size polys removed from your nasal passages because you can’t breathe normal or get on a progra that address the underlying causes. And keeps you from developing the polyps.A viral infection has to be awaited out. There is a place for all types of treatments, Natural is not a dirty word, nor is medication. There is a place for each..
Hi Cathy – Just offering suggestions, that’s all! Hugs, Holly
Hi DT – Thank you so much for sharing and I can only imagine how tough it must be with chronic sinusitis. I’ve done the Netti rinses in the past, but do have concerns over the bacteria, despite washing them thoroughly. Is it me or does it seem like the pollen gets worse every year? Happy spring! Hugs, Holly
great tips thanks so much for sharing and i love that picture for a no shoes policy awesome
Hi ARod – I know – isn’t that picture the most adorable! It would make me want to sit down to take my shoes off just to look at it for a few more seconds. Hugs, Holly
Great tips, Holly – we do our best – everyone but me suffers! I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
Kathy
Hi Kathy – Oh you are so lucky! Ah ah ah choo! Sniff and hugs, Holly
I need all of these, lol. I am on Zyrtec twice a day as our cars are coated with a daily green powder. Thanks for sharing at Thursday STYLE!
Hi Amanda – I can’t wait until the worst is over so we can sit outside and enjoy the nice weather. Hugs, Holly
I did not realize it was safe to ingest essential oils. Others have said NEVER to take essential oils orally or to cook with them. This is very enlightening. Are all essential oils safe to ingest? Or are certain ones safe, certain brands better than others, etc? Thanks for all the info! My husband and I both suffer and usually take allergy meds year around. Just found one that is all natural that really helps but is so expensive! It’s ClearSky and can be found on Amazon.
Hi Karma – Yes and no. Not all oils are safe to ingest and they also vary brand by brand. But yes, there are a lot of oils that are safe to ingest, and safe to use directly on your skin too. Just check with the company you purchase them from and then be sure to check each specific bottle or flavor to ensure it’s safe. Great to see you again and come back soon! Hugs, Holly
Hm. Sounds like I have some research to do! I’m especially interested in the tip using lavender, lemon and peppermint oils in honey. I think it sounds amazing as far as flavor, aside from being healthy.
Great tips, allergies are definitely starting to get me. Thanks for sharing on the This is How We Roll Link Party!