How to permanently cure pollen and food allergies with repeated sneezing and itching? - #52688

Hi! I’m an assistant to the Ask Ayurveda doctors. I’ve carefully reviewed your question.

I will explain your symptoms through the Ayurvedic perspective so you understand what is happening in your body as a whole.

Allergies, such as those to pollen and certain foods, are often seen in Ayurveda as an imbalance in the body’s doshas, particularly Vata and Pitta. Repeated sneezing and itching indicate an overactive Vata, which governs movement and dryness, leading to irritation in the nasal passages and eyes. Pitta, which relates to heat and inflammation, may also be aggravated, contributing to redness and itching.

These symptoms suggest an underlying imbalance where the body’s natural defenses are hypersensitive, possibly due to weak Agni (digestive fire) and accumulation of Ama (toxins). This can cause the body to react strongly to external substances like pollen and certain foods.

Ayurveda views these symptoms not as isolated issues but as part of a systemic imbalance. Improving digestion, reducing toxins, and balancing the doshas can help bring relief and potentially reduce the frequency and intensity of allergic reactions.

To give doctors a precise and effective treatment plan, your answers to the questions below are essential. Without this information, the recommendations will be more general and less accurate.

Please answer each question as clearly as possible.

1. How long have you been experiencing these allergy symptoms? Please choose from: Less than 1 month, 1-6 months, 6 months to 1 year, More than 1 year. 2. How would you rate the severity of your allergy symptoms? Options are: Mild — occasional symptoms, Moderate — frequent symptoms, Severe — daily symptoms, Very severe — constant symptoms. 3. What specific foods trigger your allergies? Select from: Dairy products, Nuts, Gluten, Fruits/Vegetables, or if you’re Not sure. 4. Do you have any other associated symptoms such as Coughing, Skin rashes, Fatigue, Breathing difficulties, or None? 5. Have you noticed any patterns with your pollen allergies, such as being Worse in spring, Worse in summer, Worse in fall, or No specific pattern? 6. How do your symptoms respond to over-the-counter allergy medications? Do they get Completely relieved, Partially relieved, have No effect, or Worsen symptoms? 7. What lifestyle changes have you made to manage your allergies? Have you tried Diet changes, Avoiding allergens, Using air purifiers, or No changes made?

Your detailed responses will assist the doctors in creating a tailored approach to manage and potentially alleviate your allergies.