Herbs for Allergies
February 16th, 2008 Subscribe To Our Feed
There are several herbs for allergies that you can use in place of prescription and over-the-counter medications. Herbs for allergies are able to address all the major symptoms such as wheezing, itchy eyes, cough, sneezing and itchy throat.
Gingko for Wheezing
For wheezing use Gingko nut. This herb comes from a tree and is actually used quite a bit in Chinese cooking. You can find it in powder form at a natural foods store. Mix about a tablespoon with water and take 3 times a day.
Cassia Seed for Itchy Eyes
Cassia seeds comes from a plant that grows in the tropical areas of the planet. This seed is also used to treat constipation. Again, a tablespoon of the powder mixed with water and taken three times a day can help itchy eyes.
Mulberry Root Bark for Coughs
As herbs for allergies go, this remedy has some other interesting uses. For example, it is known to promote hair growth. Now, you don’t need to be concerned when using this for easing coughs. Mulberry Root Bark is also helpful for asthma in general. Like the above, a tablespoon in water and taken 3 times a day should be sufficient.
Schizonepeta for Sneezing
Schizonepeta is grown in the south of China. It has several medicinal uses including treating headaches and fevers. One of the most annoying allergy symptoms is sneezing and this herb should do the trick. Take in the doses noted above.
Mint for an Itchy Throat
This is one of the best tasting herbs for allergies. Mint as a treatment for itchy throats should come as no surprise. A nice mint tea with some honey can do wonders for a scratchy throat.
This really only scratches the surface of the various herbs for allergies. These are just a few. When using herbs for allergies always remember that moderation is key. Nothing done in excess result in any good. Also, herbs have other effects in addition to the one you want from it. For example, the Cassia seed can treat constipation. If you are taking it for itchy eyes, you’ll also want to be prepared for some loose stools.
