Natural Remedies for Seasonal Congestion

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Spring is here and with it comes a surge of environmental triggers that can leave many people suffering from seasonal congestion.  Here in Alaska, we have a more unique issue…breakup!  When the snow and ice all melts, the roads are left covered in the gravel used in lieu of salt during the winter.  Even people who do not react to the typical triggers find symptoms in full force as dust clouds are tossed into the air when the gravel is pulverized.  I love having natural remedies for seasonal congestion on hand when things strike.

Easy Natural Remedies for Seasonal Congestion

Sometimes the simplest steps can have a profound effect on your body.  Here are five things our family does to minimize a response from your immune system.

 

1. Avoid sources that trigger your body’s immune system, as much as possible.  This is something easier said than done on occasion, especially if you want to be outside enjoying the sunshine. When flowers and trees are in bloom, consider minimizing time outdoors and keep windows closed.  I have to confess, though, that there are days when I want to dress like this:

 

2. Remove substances that trigger a reaction from your body.  After being in an environment rich in triggers, remove your clothing to be laundered and take a quick shower.  It is amazing how much of a difference this can make!  Also, taking all coats and shoes off at the door will help minimize the spread of those substances through the house.

 

3. Stay on top of housework.  Okay, if you are like me, cleaning the house isn’t always a super top priority.  Yet, making sure to dust and keep the floors clean (ideally with a great microfiber cloth that traps the debris) goes a long way to create a haven from seasonal triggers.  We removed carpeting in our main living space and master bedroom which has had a profound effect on our body’s response.  Don’t forget to keep your vehicle clean, too!

 

4. Use good nutrition and hydration to alleviate symptoms.  I have found that if I have a well balanced diet and consume at least half my body weight in water (e.g. 60 ounces if you weigh 120 lbs.), then my  symptoms are more manageable.  Drinking hot tea with a little honey or lemon essential oil helps a lot with phlegm build up.

 

5. Find ways to support your immune system to better handle exposure to trigger substances.  Many of my friends are embracing essential oils and natural supplements, like Zarbee’s Seasonal Relief, when seeking relief from congestion that follows heightened immune responses.  I just had a box of Zarbee’s Seasonal Relief arrive at the house and I’m eager to try this new solution which promises to help combat general congestion. It’s made from the extract of Butterbur, a plant used for centuries in Europe, but less so in the U.S.

 

Learn more about Natural Remedies for Seasonal Congestion Using Zarbee’s Naturals

While there are still times when my immune system is so heightened that you’ll find me reaching for over the counter medication, I really do try to alleviate my symptoms naturally.  Zarbee’s Seasonal Relief is appealing to me as there are no nasty side effects like drowsiness or getting the jitters like some chemical based products can do.

 

Butterbur is a plant which grows wild along rivers, ditches and marshes worldwide, with Zarbee’s Naturals harvesting theirs from farms in Germany. Its sparse, red flowers shoot up in early spring, followed by huge, heart-shaped leaves.  Europeans have used it for years to find relief and clinical studies have shown Butterbur to effectively combat congestion.  Something that can support my respiratory health sounds great to me.

 

You can find Zarbee’s Seasonal Relief over the counter at CVS and Target and is intended for children 12 years of age and over.  Zarbee’s Naturals is a dietary supplement. Any statements made here have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. 

 

Curious about Zarbee’s Seasonal Relief?  Would you like to get more tips on managing seasonal congestion?  Visit the Seasonal Relief Project Website for a coupon to save on your first box of Zarbee’s Seasonal Relief and get more tips customized for you. Also, for every box sold, a donation will be made to one of four causes that support exposure to and the protection of fresh air, including Fresh Air Fund, Children & Nature Network, Moms Clean Air Force, and Healthy Child Healthy World.

 

What are some ways that you or your family members find relief from seasonal triggers?

Have you ever tried a natural supplement like Zarbee’s Seasonal Relief?