Managing Spring Allergies

Allergy season is typically from February until summer. About 1/5 of people suffer from some kind of allergy- intensity varies from person to person. There are a lot of things you can try, ranging from natural remedies to over the counter medications, to prescribed allergy shots.

Here is a list of things that can help you manage your spring allergies without needing a prescription:

• Allergy medication

• Nasal spray

• Closing windows

• Cleaning vents

• Replacing air filters

• Get an air purifier

• Rinse your sinuses- only use distilled water

• Take apple cider vinegar

• Consume local raw honey

• Wash your face and your hair

• Avoid excess time outside

• Increase vitamin C intake

• Maintain a good Zinc level

• Butterbur tea

• Lemons

• Ginger

• Check the pollen counts before going outside

• Wear a hat and sunglasses to help keep pollen off your face and out of your eyes

• Shower immediately after being outside to help reduce the impact