How does Allegra work, and what are natural alternatives in Ayurveda for allergies? - #16613

I’ve been dealing with seasonal allergies for as long as I can remember. Every spring and fall, I suffer from a stuffy nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes. I usually take Allegra, an antihistamine, which helps to reduce the symptoms of allergies, but I don’t want to keep relying on it every allergy season. Allegra has worked for me, but I don’t like the idea of being dependent on medications that often come with side effects like dry mouth and drowsiness. I’ve been looking for more natural ways to deal with allergies, and I came across some information suggesting that Ayurveda might have natural remedies for managing allergy symptoms. I’m curious to know—how does Ayurveda address allergies? Is there a natural way to treat nasal congestion, itchy eyes, and sneezing without using antihistamines? In Ayurveda, I know that Kapha dosha is associated with mucus production, and I wonder if imbalanced Kapha could be contributing to my allergies. Could Ayurveda offer specific herbs, oils, or dietary changes to help balance Kapha and reduce the symptoms of allergies? I’ve read that Turmeric, Tulsi, and Nasya oil can be helpful for allergy relief, but I’m not sure how to use them properly. Also, are there any Ayurvedic practices like Pranayama (breathing exercises) or nasal irrigation that can help improve my respiratory health and immune system naturally? I’m looking for a long-term solution that will help me stay symptom-free without relying on medication. If anyone has found relief from allergies using Ayurveda, I’d love to hear your experiences and any herbal remedies that worked for you.