Fight Congestion With These, Sinus-Clearing Foods .
For many, the return of Spring also means the return of runny noses, sneezing and itchy sinuses.
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While it is recommended that you talk to an allergist, there are also a number of at-home remedies that could provide relief.
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Here are some foods to try that may help alleviate your symptoms and some food to avoid that may aggravate them.
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Jalapeños contain capsaicin, which stimulates certain nerves that help loosen mucus.
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Wasabi, horseradish and ginger contain their own compounds that cause a similar, sinus-clearing reaction.
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Single-ingredient herbs, such as turmeric, elderberry, cinnamon and cardamom, have powerful nutrient profiles that can aid congestion.
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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.
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If you have strong tree pollen allergies or Food Pollen Allergy Syndrome (FPAS), be mindful of raw apples, peaches, plums and cherries.