Herbal Medicine has been found to be very effective at strengthening the immune system and helping to fight off the negative effects of allergens. Because herbal medicine needs to be very customized in order to work effectively, I provide an exam and detailed health conversation so I can customize the herbal formula to exactly what your body needs to feel better.
Diet plays an important part in controlling seasonal allergies. I advise all of my patients to avoid sweets, dairy products, and greasy or cold foods, as they cause mucus build up. Ice cream and yogurt are at the top of the list of foods to avoid during allergy season. When excessive mucus accumulates in the body, allergens stimulate a much stronger allergic reaction. Soups, salads (in warm weather), vegetables and stir fries are all easy for the body to digest. When digestion is efficient, there is less of a tendency for mucus to build up and thus, allergic reactions are reduced or minimized.