Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Seasonal Allergies and Complementary Health Approaches

People with seasonal allergies (hay fever) develop symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, a runny or stuffy nose

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U.S. Department of Health & Human Services  /  National Institutes of Health

People with seasonal allergies (hay fever) develop symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, a runny or stuffy nose, and itching in the eyes, nose, mouth, and throat in response to pollen from plants. Many complementary health approaches have been studied for seasonal allergies. For example: 

  • A review of studies of acupuncture for seasonal allergies, involving more than 2,000 people, found evidence that acupuncture may be helpful. 
  • Rinsing the sinuses with a neti pot or other device may be a useful addition to conventional treatment for seasonal allergy symptoms, but be sure to follow the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's advice on how to do this safely 
  • Although the herb butterbur might be helpful for seasonal allergy symptoms, serious concerns have been raised about its possible liver toxicity. 

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