Hay fever is also called by the name allergic rhinitis which occurs when a person breathes in some allergy causing substance like dust, insects, pollens etc.
When the pollen of the trees or flowers get in touch with the mucous membranes of the nose, eyes or lungs then sneezing,wheezing and irritation in eyes start. This type of allergy is known as hay fever.
This fever is more common in the month of April. Hay fever is an overreaction of the immune systems. Herbal remedies that help to overcome hay fever are:
8 Herbal Remedies For Hay Fever
ElderflowerÂ
Elderflower is an effective remedy for hay fever. This herb is difficult to obtain as it is found in AndalucÃa but you can easily find the tea bags of elderflower.
You can make an infusion and take that for the relief from hay fever. The tea bags can be cooled by keeping them in fridge and can be used later on the eyes to get relief from the itchiness in the eyes.
Scutellaria BaicalensisÂ
This is one of the traditional Chinese herb that is used for the treatment of hayfever.This herb is available in the form of pills. This is good for the eyes also.
All parts of this herb can be used to make a paste that can be kept on the eyes to get rid of irritation in the eyes. This helps to give relief to eyes in hay fever.
ButterburÂ
Butterbur is an antihistamine herb which is very effective for the treatment of hay fever. It prevents the drowsiness and can be used for the treatment of asthma as well. The compound of this herb builds the immunity of the body.
Stinging NettleÂ
This is the safest herb for the treatment of hay fever. The stinging nettle is available in the form of capsules. You can take 300 mg capsules twice a day. The extract of the stinging nettle is also available.
This herb is a combination of histamine and formic acid. The infusion can be made by this herb by boiling the leaves of the nettle in the boiling water. This can be taken thrice a day to get rid of the hay fever.
 GinkgoÂ
Gingko herb helps to decrease the reaction of the body to the allergans. Gingko herb calms the inflammation of the body. This herb can be taken in the form of pill,ointment and tea.
 Luffa ComplexÂ
Luffa complex is famous by the name pollisan.The luffa complex is a combination of the extract of several herbs. This luffa complex is a very effective cure of hay fever.
QuercetinÂ
Quercetin herb should not be taken in more quantity as recommended. This herb is available in the form of tablets. Red wine, apples and onions contains quercetin.
The allergic reactions are less when a person is exposed to quercetin in test tube. The dosage recommended for quercetin is between 250 mg and 600 mg and it should be taken before taking food once a day.
PerillaÂ
Perilla is a Chinese herb which is good for the treatment of allergic reactions, sore throat and nausea. This herb also contains some amount of alfalfa so it is not suggested for the patients of autoimmune diseases.
Caution: Please use Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.
