Question about allergie to flowering - #6

Dear Eva, Pollen allergies, especially in the spring season, can be troublesome, but Ayurveda offers natural solutions to manage and reduce your symptoms by addressing the root cause. Pollen allergies are often related to an imbalance of the Kapha and Vata doshas, which are aggravated during the spring. Here is how you can manage this condition effectively: 1. Dietary adjustments To balance Kapha and Vata, you should focus on a light and warm diet. - Avoid cold, heavy, and dairy-rich foods as they increase mucus production and can worsen allergy symptoms. - Instead, incorporate warming spices like ginger, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper in your meals, which help in reducing congestion and inflammation. - Drinking herbal teas made with tulsi, ginger, or cinnamon can also help clear your sinuses and reduce allergic reactions. 2. Herbal supplements Certain Ayurvedic herbs are excellent for managing allergies by boosting your immune system and reducing inflammation: - Turmeric: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric helps reduce allergic reactions. You can take it daily, either in warm milk or as a supplement. - Triphala: This herbal blend helps cleanse toxins from your body and strengthen your immune system. Taking it regularly can reduce your sensitivity to allergens. - Haridra Khand: This is a classic Ayurvedic formulation specifically designed to alleviate allergy symptoms. It helps reduce itching, sneezing, and congestion. 3. Nasal care Keeping your nasal passages clear is crucial in managing pollen allergies: - Practice daily Nasya (nasal application of medicated oils) using Anu Taila or plain sesame oil. This will lubricate the nasal passages and reduce irritation from allergens. - You can also use a neti pot with saline water to clear out pollen and other irritants from your nasal passages. 4. Breathing exercises Pranayama (breathing exercises) can be very helpful in reducing allergy symptoms: - Practice Anulom Vilom and Kapalbhati to strengthen your respiratory system and improve lung capacity. - These exercises help clear congestion and balance the Vata dosha, reducing the severity of your allergic reactions. 5. Stress management Allergies can often be worsened by stress. Incorporating meditation and yoga into your daily routine can help keep stress levels in check and strengthen your overall immune response. 6. Lifestyle recommendations - During the spring season, try to minimize exposure to pollen by keeping windows closed during high pollen times, especially in the early morning. - Showering and changing clothes after spending time outdoors can also help remove pollen from your skin and hair. By following these steps consistently, you should start to notice an improvement in your symptoms. If needed, we can explore further treatments or therapies such as Panchakarma for more thorough detoxification and balance. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if symptoms persist. Wishing you a healthy and comfortable spring, Dr. Harsha Joy

Dear Eva, Ayurvedic treatment can surely help you deal with nasal allergies of all kinds. Here are some suggestions- 1. Food - Avoid cold, sour, stale , preserved food as much as possible and prefer warm, freshly cooked food. Especially plant based diet. 2. Lifestyle- Avoid direct exposure to winds, fan etc to reduce symptoms. Avoid AC during allergy attacks. Avoid head Bath at night. 3. Home therapy- Instill 2 drops of warm cow ghee in each nostril every morning. This will lubricate the internal nasal mucosa and reduce irritation. Steam inhalation can help in extreme dryness of the nasal mucosa but avoid doing repeatedly. Jala neti is a Yogic practice to be learnt from an expert and practiced everyday. Apart from this practice Nadi shodhan pranayam, Kapal bhati to reduce sinus congestion and improve the quality of breathing. Medication- many Ayurvedic medications like Lakshmivilas Rasa, Samshamani vati, Haridra khand, Anu tail are prescribed by Ayurvedic doctors to cure this condition. Please consult a doctor if the situation doesn’t improve with the above suggestions.