Fight Congestion With These, Sinus-Clearing Foods.
For many, the return of Spring also means the return of runny noses, sneezing and itchy sinuses.
While it is recommended that you talk to an allergist, there are also a number of at-home remedies that could provide relief.
Here are some foods to try that may help alleviate your symptoms and some food to avoid that may aggravate them.
Jalapeños contain capsaicin, which stimulates certain nerves that help loosen mucus.
Wasabi, horseradish and ginger contain their own compounds that cause a similar, sinus-clearing reaction.
Single-ingredient herbs, such as turmeric, elderberry, cinnamon and cardamom, have powerful nutrient profiles that can aid congestion.
A higher potency herb option is to purchase liquid tincture or concentrate granular extracts packaged in capsule or tablet form.
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Avoid dairy, as cow’s milk protein sticks to mucus and can make allergy symptoms even more unpleasant.
If you have strong tree pollen allergies or Food Pollen Allergy Syndrome (FPAS), be mindful of raw apples, peaches, plums and cherries.