Got allergies?

Does the thought of Spring stress you out because all you do is blow your nose, itch your eyes and sneeze? Did you know that the human body has systems in place to actually handle allergens? Allergies are a sign of a weak immune system and can be thought of as our body’s way of saying “I’m overloaded, please stop!” Here are some ideas to reduce your overload, build a stronger immune system and manage symptoms naturally.

ESSENTIAL OILS

Diffuse essential oils that are anti-bacterial, anti-viral and help to kill dander, dust mites and mold: Lemon essential oil, Thieves essential oil blend, R.C. essential oil blend.

• Clove (anti-histamine, anti-viral, immune stimulant)
• Ginger (rhinovirus)
• Lavender (anti-histamine)
• Lemon (immune stimulant)
• Peppermint (decongestant, anti-itch)
• Roman or German Chamomile (anti-histamine)
• Thyme vulgaris ct thymol (decongestant, anti-viral) Read more

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There are so many species of goldenrod (Solidago), or golden top, as it is called in some parts of the country, a native US perennial. This one is “wreath goldenrod”. Read more