As the weather gets warmer, we are all craving more time outdoors. But for those who suffer from seasonal allergies, it can be the most frustrating time of the year. Rather than choose between enjoying the sunshine or dealing with sneezing and congestion, I have 5 natural ways you can ease your allergy symptoms.
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I’ve been battling with severe allergy symptoms for years. Rather than relying on allergy medication time and time again, which leaves me feeling drowsy and restless, I started looking for natural alternatives. I’ve tried everything from natural supplements that contained quail egg to salt therapy. While those options didn’t make a huge difference, I’d like to share some that did. Here are 5 natural ways to ease your allergy symptoms this allergy season.
1) Use Steam Using steam is an easy and effective way to ease congestion and sinus pressure/pain. The simplest way to do this is to take a hot shower or a hot bath. You can also add a shower tablets that release essential oils such as eucalyptus, which helps with congestion.
Another method includes carefully filling a bowl with hot water, leaning over the bowl, and placing a small towel over your head to trap the steam. If you’re looking for a product that’ll make it easier, you can try a facial steamer. If you have a gym membership or building amenities, you can use a sauna or a steam room.
2) Flush it Out If you’re battling with nasal allergies, dryness, or sinus pressure/pain, try using a Neti Pot. It took me a while to feel comfortable using one, but when I did, I noticed a huge difference. My sinuses felt clearer, my headache subsided, and best of all, I didn’t have to rely on allergy medication. Be sure to read the instructions carefully, use distilled or water that’s been boiled, (not tap water) and keep your Neti Pot clean.
3) Stay Hydrated Staying hydrated is important and beneficial for our overall health, but it’s especially important during allergy season. Combat dry eyes, dry nose, and an itchy throat by drinking more water. Water helps to thin out mucus, which allows your body to easily get rid of external irritants.
4) Eat Healthy Rather than relying on daily supplements, try incorporating healthier foods into your diet. Foods such as garlic, ginger, and oranges are a perfect start for boosting your immune system. Garlic is known for its great antibacterial properties and ginger for its anti-inflammatory properties. Oranges not only taste delicious, but they offer hydration and vitamin C which helps the body’s functioning of the immune system and healing.
5) Invest in an Air Purifier Keep your windows closed this allergy season and invest in an air purifier. I’ve been using one from Levoit and I can’t speak highly enough about it. It’s sleek, compact, and portable. Since my allergies tend to be pretty bad year-round, I keep mine running for over 10+ hours per day. I’ve been using mine for over 2 years now and I’m super impressed that it’s still in great condition.
6) Essential Oils Saje’s Allergy Release is my go-to all-natural product during allergy season. I’ve been using this cruelty-free and vegan friendly blend for several years now. It’s incredibly effective for easing allergy symptoms and skin irritations. This calming blend of lemon, myrrh, and peppermint smells fresh without being overpowering. You can apply a small amount on your forehead and sinus areas or use it as a spot treatment for skin irritations.
7) Wash Your Clothing After you’ve come home from a long day, make sure you wash or separate the clothing that you’ve worn outdoors. Do not hang them in your room or closet, as dust, allergens, and pollen can be easily trapped in our clothing.
I hope these natural remedies help to soothe your allergy symptoms this allergy season. Do you suffer from allergies? Do you have any natural remedies you’d like to share? If so, I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Thank so much for sharing these tips. Allergies have been bad this year.
I’m happy these tips were helpful! Thank you for reading!
Oh my gosh I really needed to read this! I have awful allergies and this past week especially my eyes have been burning and weeping a lot as well as my nose just stuffed and sore. Thank you so much for sharing, such a great resource!
Oh no! Congestion and burning eyes are the absolute worst! I hope these tips come in handy. Thank you for reading Jordanne!
I am always on the lookout for some better ways to fight seasonal allergies, so I really appreciated your tips! I’ve been doing tip number 5 this year and it has really helped a lot!
I’m happy that these were helpful Heidi! Thank you so much for reading!
I find that vitamin D and manuka honey help boost my immune system. Certainly, my allergies haven’t been so bad since using these.
Thank you for the suggestions Nikki! I’m glad that vitamin D and manuka honey have been helpful. I’ll be sure to give them a try!
These are some really great and inexpensive ways to ease allergies. Luckily I don’t have any allergies like hay fever, but if I ever struggled these sound like some great ideas. Thank you for sharing.
Lauren x
I’m happy you don’t have any allergies Lauren! Thank you for reading!
Steaming is so helpful! It really opens up blocked sinuses and helps ease allergies. I like to drop a few drops of eucalyptus into my steam water, as I find that helps even more.
I also love your tips on washing clothes; I had not thought about the possibility of their bringing in dust and pollen. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Steam makes such a huge difference! I love that you add drops of eucalyptus, it really helps to open up our sinuses. Thank you for reading Jaya! So happy you found these tips helpful!
I don’t have allergies, but my husband suffers from them. I love the idea of an air purifier. I’ll check that out.
An air purifier is a great choice, I can’t go without mine! Thank you for reading Wendy!
Oh, this is so helpful — thank you for putting all this information together and sharing it here. I am always on the look out for natural remedies!
I’m so happy it was helpful! I hope it’ll help ease your allergy symptoms this spring/summer. Thank you for reading Molly! 🙂
Amazing suggestions! I’ve always suffered with pretty bad hay fever and this year I really want to try and combat it, so I’ll definitely be looking into Saje’s Allergy Release. I always make sure to wash my clothing after I’ve been outside too. Thank you so much for sharing x
Washing your clothing right after is super helpful! I’m glad it’s helped with the hay fever. I hope you love Allergy Release. Thank you for reading Ceri!
My allergies seem to be particularly bad this year so I’m appreciative of any suggestions. I forgot I had bought Saje’s Allergy Release last year so I’m going to give that a try. I’m also thinking of buying an air purifier. Thanks for your suggestions!
That’s awesome that you already have Allergy Release! I hope it helps relieve your symptoms. An air purifier makes such a big difference! Thank you for reading Jodie!
My number one natural allergy relief tip: stay inside (I kid, but not entirely – I basically avoid the outdoors from April through September since I hate the heat and bugs along with the allergy symptoms). You’ve got great tips here. I love my essential oils and steam – often combined! Thanks for sharing!
Great advice! As much as I love the outdoors, I definitely try to stay inside when there’s a high pollen count. Happy to hear that essential oils and steam has been great for you! Thank you for reading Stephanie!
I love running the humidifier at night. I feel that it reduces the amount of coughs and sneezes. Love your advice about shower tablets; I’ve only tried that once when I had nasal congestion and was willing to try anything and everything to help!
Crystal | http://www.amazingbaby.app
Oh yes! Humidifiers are wonderful all year round! Shower tablets are wonderful for congestion. I’d pair it with using a Neti pot too. Thank you for reading!
I got a bit of hayfever at the moment so these tips come in very useful for me right now! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
Oh no, I hope these help to relieve your symptoms! Thank you for reading Lucy!
I’ve been wanting to get an air purifier for so long – I don’t struggle with allergies, but I have frequent headaches and feel like that could help.
It could possible help with headaches! I highly recommend Levoit, I have mine running at all hours and it’s still in great shape. Thank you for reading Katie!
I’ve been allergic to eggs since I was 7 so I hardly ever eat eggs. I’ve tried it once and my body immediately itch and it leaves a mark 🙁 Really makes me uncomfortable! Luckily I don’t suffer from seasonal allergies 🙂 Thanks for the tips x
Food allergies are no fun. I’m glad to hear you’re fine when it comes to seasonal allergies! Thank you for reading Merry!
I’ve had severe hay fever since I was a kid and nothing I’ve tried really touches it. I take medication and rely on a nasal spray but I need to get on top of more natural remedies as well. Thanks for these tips!
I’m glad to hear that nasal spray has been a helpful tool for your hay fever! I hope some of these natural remedies can help relieve your symptoms this year. Thank you for reading Jenny!
Great suggestions! I’ve been lucky to not suffer from seasonal allergies but my sister does so I’ll suggest these tips!
Emily xx
You’re so lucky! Thank you for sharing, I hope your sister finds these tips helpful. Thank you for reading Emily!