Allergy relief! Who doesn’t have allergies?
I have the annoying hay fever type of allergies where my
ears itch, eyes water and nose becomes runny. They are year round as I am highly
sensitive to dust. And living in California, desert-city-mountain life, I can’t
get away from dust. I do get some relief using nasal spray and an antihistamine
but I really hate using these every day. I have even tried getting allergy
shots, for 2 years straight, with no help what so ever. I know the
medications are not good for me. I watch my husband take them daily as well and
I cringe not knowing what we are doing to ourselves long term. I am a firm
believer that taking any medication long term will has some side affects we
will endure.
So the research began. I have been reading that ACV, Apple Cider Vinegar, can help with seasonal allergies. The Internet is exploding with articles about
it. So, why not try it? I started adding 1 TBS of ACV in my morning lemon
and pink salt water. I already took it when I had stomach issues. I already
knew it was some powerful stuff! (Why lemon water with Pink Himalayan salt?)
I didn’t take notice for the 1st month I was
doing this because I just didn’t really have allergies all of a sudden. I
forgot about them. I felt good. I didn’t need my meds at all. (Yeah I know that
should have been the AH HAH moment!) However, we went on vacation and I stopped
doing my daily ACV - lemon water routine before breakfast. Within days I was
waking up with ears itching, nose running and eyes red. Making those weird
noises with my throat and wiggling my ears to try to stop the itch. It’s
so annoying not only to me but others around me! My eyes were blood shot and
swollen and my nose was just constantly runny and getting raw from
blowing it often. It really blows! (Pun intended)
Once we returned home, I started up with my routine once
again. THE DAY I started using ACV again, my ears had relief almost
immediately. My allergies are not gone from using the almighty ACV, however I
don’t have to use my meds every day, I am also healthier all around!
Not only am I getting allergy relief, ACV helps treat
numerous ailments! Such as:
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Sinus infections
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Acne
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Flu
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Chronic fatigue
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Candida
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Acid reflux
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Sore throat
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Contact dermatitis
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Arthritis
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Gout
No matter what condition you’re treating with ACV, you
will reap the benefits of its side effects.
A huge bonus is it’s a metabolism booster! It
can help break down fat and lose pounds. It also gives your skin a healthy
glow. I’m down to take it for this alone!
Lets get down to the science. How does fermented Apple
cider help allergies? Really?
Well, an allergic person’s body mistakenly releases
histamine to fight off the intruding particles. The histamine circulating
through the body signals the mucus membranes to produce all the unwanted
symptoms, that go hand in hand with allergies.
Chemical and natural antihistamines, like Allegra and ACV,
help prevent the production and release of histamines. This can give you the relief you need! Preventing
allergy symptoms like:
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Sneezing
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Nasal congestion and runniness
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Itchy, red, swollen and/or watery eyes
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Itchy sensation of the nose, ears, lips, mouth,
and/or throat
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Headache
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Nosebleed
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Cough
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Asthma
Because Apple cider vinegar contains a number of
beneficial compounds including acetic and malic acid, vitamin A, vitamin B6,
vitamin C, and more. These nutrients balance the body’s natural pH to prevent
illness and to relieve such issues as allergies and other seasonal disorders.
The nutrients it contains also boost the immune system. The wonderful side
affects of taking ACV!
If you want to try using ACV for allergies or any
other health benefits, you will want to get organic vinegar with
the “mother” in it. Look for the cloudy substance in the vinegar at
the bottom. You want that! The mother contains all the added nutrients. Braggs is my favorite brand.
If you are new to ACV, try adding just a tsp in your water
to start. If you can’t handle the taste, add some honey to help. You grow
accustomed to the harsh taste. Once you can handle it, add a TBS in water each
morning before breakfast AS WELL AS before each meal. You will really notice
some benefits using it this often.
Let me know if you find relief in using this wonderful
ingredient like I have.
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