If pollen and other allergens are
making you sneeze, sniffle, and itch, then try these home remedies before
turning to over-the-counter or prescription medications:
1.
Saline nasal
rinse. By flushing your sinuses with a saltwater
solution, you’ll help wash away allergens and irritants. Buy a Neti Pot or a pre-packaged kit at your
drugstore. Ask your doctor or pharmacist
for recommendations.
2.
Lavender oil. The scent of lavender is a natural
antihistamine that can help reduce inflammation and nasal congestion. Put some on a handkerchief and sniff every
few minutes.
3.
Honey. Provided you’re not allergic to bees, eat
local honey. You’ll ingest small amounts
of pollen (that the bees have eaten), which acts in your system like an allergy
shot. Find local honey at a health food
store or farmers market.
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