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Helping Hands Massage & Aromatherapy
518 Needham Avenue
Modesto, CA 95354
ph: 209-238-9999

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Natural Remedies Ease Allergies
 
The watery, itchy eyes, stuffy nose, scratchy throat, and sneezing that come with seasonal pollen allergies, or hay fever, affect an estimated 40 to 50 million Americans. While antihistamines, decongestants, and steroids are the conventional treatments for symptoms, they can also have side effects, including drowsiness, and heart palpitations and arrhythmias. However, natural remedies exist that may go a long way in reducing symptoms and making the spring allergy season more bearable. In addition to vitamin C and the nutraceutical quercetin, which have been shown to reduce hay fever symptoms, the following herbs can also help:

Grape seed (Vitis vinifera), packed full of antioxidant compounds called proanthocyanidins, inhibits the release of histamines -- a major element in controlling allergies. This herb is contraindicated in people with ulcers or any history of bleeding disorders and those on anticoagulants, such as warfarin.

Stinging nettle leaf (Urtica dioca) has been reported to have antihistamine properties, especially when freeze-dried. Pregnant woman should not use stinging nettle due to evidence of uterine stimulation in animal studies.

Coleus (Coleus forskohlii), while relatively new to the United States, is a popular Indian herb traditionally used to treat allergies. Like grape seed and stinging nettle, this herb inhibits histamine release, in turn easing allergy symptoms. Coleus should not be combined with pharmaceutical antihistamines, decongestants, antihypertensives, or anticoagulants. It is also contraindicated in people with ulcers or any history of bleeding disorders.

This season, bone up on natural antihistamines for a breathe-easy spring.


 

Tips for Better Sleep

 If your mind is racing and you are having difficulty falling asleep, a few minutes of simple but effective breathing exercises can help calm your nervous system on a chemical level and lead to greater success in hitting the sack.

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Massage for Menopause

The hot flashes, fatigue, headaches, and irritability associated with menopause can leave a woman disconnected from herself, and can even lead to depression.

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Helping Hands Massage & Aromatherapy
518 Needham Avenue
Modesto, CA 95354
ph: 209-238-9999