Best Natural Antihistamines

Antihistamines are a category of medicines which are useful to help a person to get relieved of the symptoms of various problems due to allergy (symptoms of allergy which an antihistamine can fight are conjunctivitis, hay fever and other reactions to stings and bites of insects), stomach problems, anxiety, cold, etc. This drug becomes very helpful in a condition which arises because of the immune system of our body as it starts to release too much amount of histamine, due to its overactivity with any kind of allergen like pet dander, pollen, etc.

Antihistamine is a medicine which is prescribed as an over the counter medicine which usually acts against the action of this chemical compound named histamine and as the name antihistamine suggests the same that is, anti means against. 

As there are so many chemical versions of antihistamines present in the market that will help a person get relieved from any kind of symptoms of allergy, stomach problems, etc but in few cases these medicines can have a side effect on the body of the person. To prevent a person from getting affected by these side effects they can opt for the various natural versions of antihistamine which have zero side effects.

These natural antihistamines are found in natural substances and the effectiveness and safety of these substances can vary but you should know this fact that these substances are very promising. As these natural antihistamines are known to reduce inflammation and provide relief to the person having allergic reactions, here are some natural antihistamines listed below which are very effective and helpful: 

Stinging nettle

The scientific name of stinging nettle is Urtica dioica which is obtained from a shrub and is known to be growing throughout the globe, this substance has been brought under the use of herbal medications from a long period of time. Health providers (ayurvedic and herbal medical practitioners) say that this substance has properties which are very similar to that of antihistamines and this is a promising sign as this can replace the commonly used chemical antihistamine medicine. In case of problems on the skin this substance has to be applied topically that means it is applied directly on the skin but in case of allergies you have to take it orally which means you have to consume it through your mouth. 

This substance, stinging nettle has hairlike structure present on its leaves which becomes active when it comes into the contact of the skin and causes rash on the skin. For getting effective results you can buy this stinging nettle in different forms like supplements, teas or tinctures for getting relieved from medical problems or mild side effects like fluid retention, diarrhea, stomach issues, sweating, etc. When it is consumed orally (through mouth) it does not impose any kind of serious side effects.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is also known as ascorbic acid and this substance is known for its effectiveness in reducing the severity and the time duration of cold. This substance has antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties which helps in the suppression of the majority of the symptoms of allergy. The symptoms of allergy are found to be highly reduced when this substance, Vitamin C is intravenously in the body which means vitamin C is introduced into the body directly through the veins and it is also found that deficiency of Vitamin C will have adverse effect on your body and makes your body prone to allergies. 

Vitamin C can be consumed through supplements present in the market but as far as natural sources are considered it can be obtained through various fruits, vegetables and other food items which are listed below: 

• Brussels sprouts
• Raw red pepper
• Strawberry
• Raw green pepper
• Orange (as a fruit or as a fruit juice)
• Grapes (as a fruit or as a fruit juice)
• Kiwi fruit
• Broccoli

This substance is considered to be safe in usual cases where the dosage of it is controlled or recommended by a doctor and in such conditions this an unlikely event that there will be any kind of side effects at this levels but there are side effects (which are not fatal) when you consume high levels of this substance and high levels consumption of Vitamin is known to be interfering with the levels and concentration of other vitamins and minerals present in the body. Some possible side effects which are of mild severity can be digestive issues, cramps in the abdominal region, diarrhea, etc.

Quercetin

This substance has antioxidative properties and is found in plants which are known to have anti allergic and antihistamines effects in them. Response of an allergy is controlled or monitored through a gene and this substance suppresses the activity of this gene. This substance is found in the market as a supplement and it is also found in a lot of natural products (food, vegetables and fruits) which are listed below: 

• Asparagus
• Dill
• Lettuce
• Fennel leaves
• Cherries
• Onions
• Spinach and Kale
• Chili peppers
• Cranberry and blueberries
• Oregano

Before you start to consume this substance you should consult with your health provider whether it is healthy for your body or not and discuss the risks associated with it. This substance has some side effects associated with itself like upset stomach and headache and you should avoid the intake of this substance if you are pregnant or you are breastfeeding or people who are suffering from kidney problems.

Probiotics

They are microorganisms which are very helpful to us in so many ways and have various health benefits associated with them like they are known to maintain the balance of healthy bacterias in the stomach of a person. This substance has a property of enhancing and boosting the immune system of the body that plays a very important role in fighting against infections and allergies. 

Conclusion

Allergies can become very problematic and challenging when it's symptoms has become the worst and in such conditions you need to seek for a doctor's help immediately who is known for treating allergy issues but when the allergy has just begun or it is in the beginning phase then you can use certain supplements which have antihistamine properties that will help you get relieved from the problems caused by the allergy, these antihistamines can also be used in severe cases too for bringing down the intensity and severity of these allergies. You can use natural antihistamines in spite of antihistamines supplements as it reduces the risk of side effects. So the natural antihistamines mentioned above can prove to be very helpful in providing you relief from the symptoms of allergy and treating your allergy without any kind of side effects involved.