Some happily anticipate the onset of warm of days, and the other with horror expect. While everyone loves the sun and heat, and just being able to safely walk down the street not shivering. The problem of vegetation, which in the spring begins to poison the existence of allergies.
Hurry if you do not save you from the scourge of allergies, then at least to make your life easier. The fact that there are many foods that can reduce the appearance of allergy symptoms. And the sooner you start to use the products recommended in this article, the stronger the effect. And, of course, the more this will superpoleznoy food on your table, the easier it will be to move allergy season. So…
Before proceeding to the main point I want to make a reservation if you are allergic to a particular product from the above, such as walnuts, that is, they, of course, is not necessary. It's the same thing, suffering from an allergy to cherries, bring home a huge bouquet of it.
The article is written primarily for those who suffer from allergies on vegetation, animals and household chemicals. Although it is worth noting that the allergy - nasty thing and tends to spread to a greater and greater number of "enemies." For example, it all started with an allergy to flowering trees, a year later there was intolerance pet cat, and in another couple of years, and apples are already in the throat tickle. So we look forward to your common sense.
On the other hand, all of the following foods have proven themselves well in relieving allergy symptoms. It is scientifically proven, and links to case studies we publish below.
Foods rich in vitamin C
Vitamin C - King of antioxidants. It protects cells, thins the blood, improves circulation and is involved in oxidative processes. Simply put, it makes the manifestation of allergic reactions less noticeable. He has still a lot of useful properties, of which I have already written here. Therefore lean on foods rich in vitamin C. Here are the top 10:
- Rosehip - suitable tea from it or jam.
- Parsley.
- Cilantro.
- Blackcurrant - for buy frozen savings and use it in smoothies.
- Red bell pepper.
- Lemon zest - add it to tea, water, hot meals, smoothies (lemon perfectly complements the taste of green smoothies, as well as ginger, - I simply mine and throw in a blender).
- Cauliflower and cabbage any at all.
- Strawberry.
- Kiwi.
- Tomato juice.
Surprised that the list no oranges? They would be on the eleventh place of honor! So if it's time to strawberries in your area is not yet come, stock up on oranges.
Foods rich in magnesium
Magnesium is indispensable, because along with the implementation of hundreds of other features helps our immune system to properly fulfill their duties. In addition, it relaxes the muscles and eases breathing during attacks of allergy. By the way, it's his property helps us sleep better at night, and even to get rid of constipation. Useful properties of magnesium have been confirmed by many clinical trials. Here are the top 10 foods that are rich in magnesium:
- Cocoa! Is not that good news? Dark chocolate can now be safely considered a medicine. However, cocoa content in it should not be less than 70%. Incidentally, cocoa is also rich in antioxidants, so it's just a godsend for people with allergies. Importantly, do not get carried away, so that such treatment was not reflected in the figure. Thirty grams of dark chocolate a day is enough.
- Dill.
- Flax seeds.
- Sesame.
- Almond.
- Pine nuts.
- Oatmeal.
- White beans.
- Chickpeas.
- Walnuts.
If where you live, the store has everything your heart desires, then I would have added to the list here these Products are also rich in magnesium: cashews, fennel, soybeans and their derivatives, sun-dried tomatoes, pistachios.
Foods rich in essential fatty acids omega-3
Sometimes an allergic reaction - this is just a manifestation of light-sensitive cells. Omega-3 fatty acids are involved in the construction of cells and protect them from harmful outside influences, strengthen the cell membrane. That's why this stuff just need to allergies. Published more and more researchConfirming the usefulness of the substance in asthma and allergies. Here are the top 10 foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids:
- Linseed oil cold pressed - can be added to salads or morning cereal.
- Mackerel.
- Herring.
- Salmon.
- Sardines.
- Cod liver.
- Caviar.
- Rapeseed oil cold pressed.
- Salmon.
- Eel (sushi lovers rejoice).
Sample menu for allergy sufferers
To help you navigate through all these superfoods offer a rough menu for the day.
Breakfast: Oatmeal with flax seeds and walnuts.
Snack: ½ red bell pepper and a handful of almonds.
Dinner: Piece of salmon with fresh salad greens (parsley, dill and cilantro), sprinkle with sesame seeds all.
Snack15 grams of dark chocolate.
Dinner: salad of white beans with cilantro.
Evening snack (If absolutely unbearable): 10-15 grams of dark chocolate.
That's so easy.
Good health to you!