4 Ways To Naturally And Successfully Combat Seasonal Allergies

The American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology says that as much as 30 percent of the worldwide population suffers from allergic rhinitis. If you're one of these individuals, you know that dealing with allergies is absolutely no fun, especially when over-the-counter medications simply aren't doing the trick for you. If you're looking for a natural way to combat your seasonal allergies, here are five things that you may want to give a try:

1. Eat Some Wasabi.

There are natural components called ITCs found within Sawa Wasabi that may be able to help control your asthma and seasonal allergies. These ITCs has shown be effective in reducing inflammation, which is a known culprit with asthma, allergies and other conditions. 

2. Get on the Treadmill.

If you are dealing with a runny nose, all you need to do it outrun it. At least that's what research from this study says. This particular study looked at several patients with allergic rhinitis. They were required to complete two different types of running exercises. One of these was an exhaustive bout of exercise performed to complete exhaustion. The second was a moderate bout of exercise performed at no more than 70 percent HHR (heart rate reserve) for half an hour. The results from this study showed that both types of exercise can improve allergy symptoms, but exercise at a moderate intensity is more effective in giving allergy patients an immune boost.

3. Make a Neti Pot Your Best Friend.

Some people have never heard of a neti pot. However, if you have allergies, you need one and it needs to literally be your best friend throughout allergy season. The University of Wisconsin has conducted numerous studies that have all concluded that nasal irrigation with a neti pot is an effective way to reduce or eliminate allergy, sinus and cold symptoms. The studies also represented data that can be helpful in preventing allergy and related symptoms.

4. Sip on a Cup of Green Tea.

Researchers have found that a compound that is found within green tea may have the ability to block a key receptor that is essential in creating an allergic response, which will help allergy sufferers tone down their symptoms. Further scientific research is necessary to prove this 100 percent, but it appears that there is hope thanks to animal and cell studies.

While there are plenty of natural ways you can help relieve and possibly even eliminate your allergy symptoms entirely, you may still need professional assistance. After all, these natural remedies won't work for everyone. If you're still struggling with the symptoms after trying these remedies, get in touch with a local allergy specialist for help.