How to get rid of hay fever..?

This is from a very good resource about hay fever natural remedies: "...desperately seeking for relief, allergy sufferers (like me) run to the nearest pharmacy and buy all sorts of pills and potions that promise to help them breathe again. But just like with many other conditions, there isn’t one cure that helps all, and you may find yourself trying (and failing) product after product, only to find no relief and an empty bank account. To help you avoid this season’s costly mistakes and prove to you that natural treatments are MORE effective and of course MORE healthy, I give you these five natural spring allergy remedies (and 3 mistakes to avoid): 3 Common Mistakes to Avoid 1. Popping Allergy Drugs – This is just my opinion, but choosing a OTC drug or prescription medication to fight spring allergies is a big mistake. Why take the risk of allergy drugs with their possible side effects and liver and kidney damage, instead of using natural treatments that work just the same? I made it a mission in my life not to fall in the big pharma companies traps and make them richer on my expense, while there are effective natural alternatives that are better for me and for the environment. 2. Not Knowing Your Allergies – Many people I know just assume they suffer from hay fever, but there are many other allergens can cause similar symptoms. It’s a good idea to see an allergist that will help you find out what exactly you are allergic for. Maybe it’s not pollen you suffer from, it could be cockroaches or even cigarette smoke. To combat almost all sorts of allergens, you should wash your bedding in hot water every two weeks to fight dust mites, use non-toxic pest management against cockroaches and stop all use of synthetic fragrances. These can irritate your skin and they contain chemicals that were linked to hormone disruption and even neurological damage. 3. Allowing allergens in Your Home – If you already know that you suffer from hay fever, don’t keep your windows open for “fresh air”. That’s just inviting pollen in. When you come back from outside, take a shower before you sit down on your couch. Pollen is worst at midday, it’s a good idea to stay home at this time. Also, Grass pollen is a common summer allergen, so try not to torture yourself by mowing the grass. 5 Surprising Natural Remedies for Spring Allergies Well, at least I’m hoping you’ll be surprised… #1 – Avoid These 7 Foods and Have These 4 Instead.. Read on at the source...

I have had it for 50 years and even tried the expensive customized to your body shots (which also almost killed me). Now I buy at Costco-Allerclear-which is exactly the same as Claritin. I read the active ingredients and dosage, both are exactly the same as Claritin. The only difference between these 2 brands is cost. Allerclear= 4 cents each. Claritn= close to $1 each. 365 Allerclear is about 13 dollars. Where I live, I need them 4 to 5 months a year. 1 small pill per day.

The immune system reacts to the offending allergen pollen by releasing histamine, a powerful chemical substance that is itself an irritant and causes much of the swelling, congestion, sneezing, coughing, scratchy throat and irritated eyes that characterizes hay fever. Histimine can damage delicate tissue and mucous membranes in the eyes, nose, throat chest and lungs, which in turn may precipitate secondary infections such as sinusitis. Conventional allergy drugs (antihistimines) relieve symptoms but often do furthur damage to tissues and mucous membrane. They may also cause drowsiness or heart palpataions, and do nothing to support or stimulate the immunr system. There are many natural herbs which promotes a healthy immune system, create more white blood cells to fight of infections, and relieve you of your symptoms. Echinacea (Purple Cone Flower) has been listed by the FDA(Food And Drug Administration) as an infection fighter more than 100 years ago. It can be easily obtained in many different stores in a variety of ways. Taken internally for colds, flu, and other respiratory illnesses (hay fever), it is available as a tea, in capsules, as an extract or tincture, or in dried bulk form. Follow the directions of the manufacturer or your heaktg care provider. I would suggest you do some research of herbal remedies to help fight your hay fever, theres so much out there that is much more beneficial than a perscribed medication, which in turn may cause more damage. Best of luck!