Natural Spring Allergy Remedies that Really Work
Discover natural spring allergy remedies shared by a natural wellness expert that truly work.
Newsflash, spring is not that far off. Which mean you’re going to be swapping winter coats for tissues really soon as spring seasonal allergies ensue.
Seasonal allergies can be tough. The sneezing, the itching, the coughing is just not most people’s idea of a good time. Oddly, this clinically trained pharmacist has kicked traditional spring allergy remedies to the curb in favor of more natural allergy remedies. I’ve been writing this post for a while in my head but, what really kicked things into high gear was the fact that my daughter’s seasonal allergies went from manageable to “insane” a few years ago.
The good news is, I’ve vetted these natural spring allergy remedies and they really work. It’s important to note that homeopathic and natural remedies can take longer to get a sustainable or measurably positive results. But if you stick to it, there will be some relief on the other side of the tissue.
Essential Oils
Peppermint and eucalyptus oils have been used as a part of total health and well being for a long time. Rub on chest and/or back or use as part of aromatherapy in a diffuser.
Honey
The mechanism that honey helps to relieve allergy symptoms is three-fold. First, honey helps to soothe the throat. Secondly, honey is a natural cough suppressant. A study, found 2 teaspoons of honey to be just as effective as dextromethorphan (main ingredient in cough syrup). Thirdly, the pollen that bees use to make honey is ingested when a person eats local honey. The immune system then becomes sensitized and over time, the allergy sufferer becomes less sensitive to the pollen.
It’s very important to note that results are not immediate and local raw honey should be used.
Here are a few honey recipes you may like:
Natural Bee Pollen
Natural bee pollen is also a popular natural regimen for seasonal allergies. You should be able to get this from any natural or organic store. Look at the back of the package to make sure that the pollen you get is from a local source (in your area or state) or this method won’t work.
Begin taken small increments of the pollen way at least 4 weeks before spring officially begins to give your body a chance to develop natural immunity. But, don’t worry if spring is less than 4 weeks away either. You can start today, wherever you are.
Follow package instructions and take things very slow to get the body used to the pollen. Be mindful of any irritation.
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Nasal Rinse
Yes, both kids and adults can use nasal rinses and irrigation. The most popular of these is called a “Neti pot“. It takes some practice, but after a few good You Tube videos, anyone can use a Neti Pot like a pro.
A couple of important notes about Neti pot use are to always use distilled water and don’t over use. Make sure to use only use lukewarm water in your Neti pot. Cold or hot water will be very uncomfortable and unwise.
You won’t believe the gunk that comes out one’s nose after a nice round of nasal irrigation. Not only will it help with mucous, but this is an opportunity to get to trapped pollen inside the nasal passages as well.
Raw Milk
Raw milk has been associated with protective and restorative effects on seasonal allergies. There are proteins, fats, fatty acids and protective bacterial components that have a beneficial effect. There are studies like the Parsifal study that demonstrate an inverse relationship with raw milk consumption and asthma and allergies.
The consumption of unheated raw milk (otherwise known as farm milk), leads to microbial biodiversity associated with lowered allergies, decreased asthma and infections.
But, you don’t need to live on a farm to get the benefits of raw milk. Use the raw milk finder to find raw milk near you.
Here’s a raw milk recipe you may like:
Homeopathic Treatments
We were “die hard pharmacy aisle traditional allergy remedy” folks, but it was time to try something different. When your daughter’s eyes are swollen to about twice their normal size it kind of motivates you to do something different.
Elderberry is also very effective in reducing allergy symptoms as well as boosting immunity.
Remember, if you are opting to use a natural or homeopathic approach to treat seasonal allergies or anything else for that matter, the effects will be more slow and gradual. Keep at it! Consult your doctor, stick with it and adjust up or down as needed. Natural allergy remedies have minimal side effects, uses your body’s own intelligence with holistic medicine and it works!
Update (2025): My daughter is no longer a punch bag for seasonal allergies. After working on gut health, following principles in my book, Be FINE, incorporating fermented foods, and introducing raw milk, those seasonal allergies are pretty much non-existent. I hope this post helps somebody else.
(Original 4/2017, Updated 3/18/2018, 2/25/19, 3/20/2021, 3/10/25)
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This post is right on time, as my daughter is suffering badly from allergies ? Where do you get the essential oils that you use?
I get mine from my local organic market but I suspect Whole Foods carries it as well. I’ve updated the post with pictures with the exact brand I use for your convenience. I hope she gets some relief soon.