Natural Antihistamines To Get Rid of Allergies

The term 'antihistamine' refers to a class of drugs used to treat allergies. Antihistamines work by blocking the release of histamine which is a chemical released by your immune system during an allergic reaction.

Allergic reactions caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system that considers certain substances such as pollen, dust, and some food as a harmful foreign particles. In this condition, then released histamine to destroy substances that are considered dangerous. Antihistamines to help control or reduce allergy symptoms by counteracting the effects of histamine.

In addition to chemical drugs, there are several foods and nutrients that have antihistamine properties. Nutrition and Herbs with antihistamines ability. Natural antihistamine not only relieve allergy symptoms but may also reduce the frequency of allergies by strengthening the immune system.

Here are some types of natural antihistamines to get rid of allergies:

1. Vitamin C

The most important nutrients are known to have potent antihistamine properties is vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that fight free radicals, boost the immune system, and reduce allergy symptoms. The substance is also believed to reduce the sensitivity to certain allergens that can manage allergic conditions in the future.

Some foods rich in vitamin C are:

•      banana
•      pineapple
•      papaya
•      strawberries
•      guava
•      melon
•      Kiwi fruit (gooseberry)
•      orange
•      paprika
•      green beans
•      Red and green chili
•      broccoli
•      cabbage

2. Vitamin A

Other vitamins that can help control allergic reactions is vitamin A. The body synthesizes vitamin A carotenoid plant pigments with powerful antioxidant properties. Carotenoids are widely found in spinach, carrots, mangoes, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, papaya, and paprika.

3. Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3 fatty acids are also useful to help mitigate some alergi.bSubstansi reaction is known to have anti-inflammatory properties and is found in the following foods:

•      salmon
•      walnuts
•      canola oil
•      meat

4. Flavonoids

Quercetin and pycnogenol included in the category of flavonoids that give different colors on certain flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Quercetin and pycnogenol can inhibit the release of histamine by mast cells. Quercetin is found in red grapes, citrus fruits, broccoli, capsicum, berries, onions, garlic, tea, and red apples. On the other hand, most of pycnogenol is extracted from the bark of the French maritime pine tree. Aside from being a natural antihistamine, quercetin and pycnogenol is a potent antioxidant.

5. Bromelain

In addition to all the above nutrients, enzymes found in pineapple is also effective as an antihistamine. This enzyme known as bromelain has anti-inflammatory properties and can facilitate the absorption of quercetin and pycnogenol. Mineral that works as a natural antihistamine such as magnesium citrate, calcium citrate, and selenium.

6. Herbs

For a long time, a variety of herbs known to cure a number of diseases as well as allergies. Various herbs enriched with compounds that can prevent or decrease the secretion of histamine. For example, green tea contains compounds quercetin and catechin which has antihistamine properties. Similarly, other herbs such as basil, fennel, echinacea, chamomile, ginkgo biloba, spirulina, ginger, garlic, and licorice root can also be used as a natural remedy for allergies

The Difference Between Antihistamines and Decongestants

Decongestants and antihistamine commonly used to treat a variety of disorders associated with the upper respiratory system (nose, mouth and throat). A common problem that affects the nose, mouth and throat such as colds and various types of allergies.

These conditions cause discomfort such as sore throat, stuffy nose, sneezing, coughing, itchy and watery eyes, etc.. These symptoms are triggered mainly by the swelling of blood vessels in the nasal cavity or due to histamine release. Decongestants and antihistamines are two types of different drugs have different effects.

Decongestant Vs Antihistamine

The difference between decongestants and antihistamines are described in the following points:

Antihistamines

1. Histamine is released when antibodies tend to make small blood vessels in the eyes, nose, and skin become dilated. Consequently, there is a variety of symptoms such as skin red and itchy, runny nose, sneezing, and red eyes and runny. To overcome this condition, given antihistamine to inhibit histamine release. To be effective, an antihistamine should be taken when allergy symptoms begin to appear.

2. Some first-generation antihistamines are commonly used diphenhydramine and chlorpheniramine. Currently, there is also a second-generation antihistamines such as loratadine, fexofenadine, and cetriizine which has better quality.

3. The side effects of antihistamines include dizziness and drowsiness.

Therefore, jobs that require mental alertness such as driving or operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking antihistamines. The best time is taking antihistamines before bed at night.

4. Someone who has taken drugs such as antidepressants or sedatives should avoid antihistamines. This is due to the combined effects of these drugs can have adverse effects on health.

Decongestants

1. The blood vessels were present in the membrane of the nasal cavity will dilate when in contact with a virus or allergens. Dilated blood vessels will also be accompanied by fluid and mucus production. Excess mucus that will meet the airway causing breathing difficulties.

In this condition, a decongestant to help reduce swelling and narrowing of the blood vessels return wide. Thus, airways to be open and free from mucus blockage.

2. Previously, popularly used as a decongestant phenylpropanolamine but then discontinued use due to adverse health effects. Currently some of the commonly used decongestants include pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine.

3. Decongestants act as a stimulant and increases the pulse rate that makes someone difficult to sleep. That's because, decongestants should be consumed during the day and avoid it before bed.

4. Because of its narrow blood vessels, people who have high blood pressure, heart disease, and thyroid problems or glaucoma should avoid the use of decongestants