Allergy and Hay Fever Remedies
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
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[YEA] 01/13/2008: Peggy Su from USA writes: "I was referred to this site by a friend of mine and was amazed at all of the benefits ACV has. I suffer from chronic allergies/sinus infections. It has only been 24 hrs and I CAN BREATHE!! I had problems breathing out of my left nostril and my left side of my face always has sinus pain...it has completely opened up. I cannot wait to see other health benefits including some weight loss. It has suppressed my appetite today! :)"
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[YEA] 12/26/2007: Nick from Halifax, NS, Canada writes: "I am 21 and have been taking ACV for about a month now and I have noticed a increase in energy especially after I take it. Most of all it made my allergies and fluid build up (around throat and sinus) almost disapper. I swig oragnic pure ACV (with mother) strait from the bottle. I try to ingest only a tablespoon each time. Then rinse my mouth with water (to protect teeth) then drink a big glass of water. I try to do it twice daily. My bother asked my if I had any cough drops when he was at my house not long ago and I said no but you can try some of this ACV. He tryed a little swig and he said it instanly took his sore thoat away. It makes your senses almost come alive, it's the real deal."
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[YEA] 10/31/2007: Natalie from Evans, Georgia writes: "Thank you Elizabeth for posting on 10/08/06!! I have such bad congestion in the Fall that I cannot function without lots of medicine for several days just to go to one 4-hour social event, and then I have to be off of them for several days just to rehydrate and get some sleep. Most of the time I feel like a zombie and have chosen to stay home with the kids because I just could not function like every one else could. Reading Elizabeth's comments really hit home with me! I immediately went out to get cayenne pepper and felt unbelievably better. That night I also downed some ACV and could not believe how good I felt. It's been 2 days now and I can actually function somewhat and my eyes aren't nearly so swollen. I've also started taking lactobacillus probiotics and a quercetin Ester-C Bromelain complex. I also got some L-Theanine to help me sleep (I think the cayenne and ACV are keeping me up at night). I could not tolerate the taste of drinking down straight cayenne and water again, so I got some Wal-Mart supplements and they kind of burn a little going down, but that quickly goes away. I don't seem to get the immediate runny nose like if I sprinkle the cayenne on food (which I do), but I still think there are real benefits. The ACV and baking soda in a shot glass or bathroom cup was tolerable (poured it down my throat trying to avoid teeth) but I still felt like there was so much acid on my back teeth that I went out and got supplements. I tend to be super dehyrated from antihistamines, and I think excess salt in the baking soda might really bother me. After reading Ted's comments though, I wonder if I should add some baking soda and water to my diet every day. I guess I'll see how it goes. I plan on also trying tumeric, olive leaf and bee propolus also. I feel sooo much better! I had experimented with OTC and prescription drugs for 14 years, used a dehumidifier for 7 years (too dehydrating), eliminated junk foods and soda, took megadoses of antioxidant vitamins, exercised, and tried to be so healthy mentally and physically...nothing has helped like the supplements and advice I have discovered on this website. I've been thanking God all day!!! Love, Love, Love this website! I will try oil-pulling soon. Thank you so much!"
Replies[YEA] 10/08/2006: Elizabeth replies: "I have been on a regimen of 2 tbls of ACV and 1 tbls of blackstrap molasses 2x's a day for about 4 months now. I've just recently in the last month added 1/2 tsp of cayenne (1 tsp/day total) to my ACV and chase it with a glass of water. I read on your site that cayenne helps circulation and that was the primary reason I started adding it to my ACV. Before that I would cook with it and added it to my food everyday as I really like hot food. Well, I was pleasantly surprised with what happen next... The puffiness around my eyes (due to some kind of allergies food or airborne I'm guessing) and face is COMPLETELY gone! No kidding! I have a healthy glow to me now and the puffiness around my eyes that would make me look tired all the time, has vanished. The next thing I noticed is that my sinus' are clear, the dull sinus headache that I lived with for so long is gone and I can breath through my nose at night. As a result I think I'm getting more oxygen to my brain and body now and I definately feel much more clear headed. I had no idea how much congestion was in my sinus' that I had just learned to live with. After ingesting a teaspon a day for about a month, although results came within a couple of days, I look and feel so much better. The only thing I can attribute to the changes to is the cayenne. Thank you so much for posting this remedy. Makes me want to kiss you guys right on the lips! SMACK!"
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[YEA] 09/30/2007: Rebecca from Somerset, Ohio writes: "I have had horrible sinus problems for almost a year. My doctor deeps prescribing different allergy medicines. No matter which one, the side effects were much worse than having a constantly clogged nose. Don't we all need to be alert? I have been hearing about ACV from some of my "natural" friends and family and thought nothing of it until I found this website. I started doing "shots" of ACV 2 days ago and already noticed a big difference! If you mix that with water - there's just more of it to drink - plus when you're really really clogged you can't taste much of it anyway. The natural tastes better!"
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[YEA] 09/28/2007: Louie Louie from Los Angeles, CA writes: "YIKES! I was plagued with clogged sinuses, feeling flu-like, underwater and everything in slow-mo anytime I was in cold air for the past 20 years.
As time went by I realized more and more I was plagued with this "condition". Over the counter stuff and 1/2 a vicodin worked to an extent but I was after the core of the problem, not a bandaid.
Over time I was told the mucous was caused as a reaction to the cold air and for "some reason" my sinuses didn't drain and would remain in the mucous remained in the cavities causing this living, miserable HELL!
It took days and weeks for it to drain. I'd get clear headed probably for a few days and it would start all over again. In the winter it was continual for months.
This is also depressing because any physical activity, like going to the gym, sweating while the air conditioner was blasting was not fun...every physcial activity where there was cold air had a price. L.A. is not the tropics and we get cold air many months of the year, not counting public places, from churches to clubs where there is forced cold air.
I went to an allergist, had the tests done and finally he said you have an aversion to cold air! Duh! He told me to keep warm, etc. GEESH! Well, when I started to really take responsibility for my health and much focused prayer - I found this site. I can't tell you how amazed (putting it very mildly) I am about the ACV. I haven't even purchased the organic, unfiltered stuff yet, just a gallon of ACV one buys at the restaurant supply I had around the house.
'PRAISE GOD, it works...IMMEDIATELY> My sinuses drain EVERYDAY and now that fall weather is here I'm still OK. The next few weeks and months will be the test and I'll update this.
I also have inhaled the peroxide and this also has helped, including the ear insufflations.
I'm noticing lately with the peroxide insufflations that I can now feel it actually flowing through the sinus cavity which I didn't at first and I also have slight ear pain. I am figuring this is "die off" since the sinuses are draining and my head has been continually clear.
This is not a solicited or marketing gimmick, this is a blessed community of wonderful folks who get together and share their struggles and victories with each other.
Blessings to each and every one of you!"
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[YEA] 09/12/2007: Yarra from Copley, Ohio writes: "I am writing to tell everyone with allergies to try the ACV cure. My husband suffered allergies so bad over the past several years that he would get non-stop sinus infections and dizziness that would eventually require steroid shots-EVERY YEAR-to get any relief. Well...this year I was looking up natural remedies and found the ACV one. I initially gave him 1/4c (found on another site) and he had immediate relief within 5 minutes. Afterwards I found this site and took it down to 2tbsp,(happier man), 3xday for 2days then 2tbs daily for another day or two. He has had to repeat the 2tbsp a day twice since the start of May,now Sept. Nothing needed since. We used an unfiltered Organic brand of ACV. I've read that ACV is a natural antihistamine (with no drowsy side effect, how great is that?)Now if only I could get my children to take some.. Hope this helps anyone who's desperate to get allergy relief."
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[YEA] 08/18/2007: Stephanie from Tooele, Utah writes: "I have a friend who suggested taking about 1/4 cup organic grape juice with 2 capfuls of Organic Apple Cider to help with seasonal allergies. It tastes better than water and we knock it back fast- no sipping, because it's strong!! It really really seems to help stop the runny nose, itchy eyes, etc. that we usually suffer from each spring and fall. I'm a believer!"
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[YEA] 06/29/2007: Dan from Kagel Canyon, CA writes: "I am the founder of alternativementalhealth.com, the world's largest site for non-drug treatment of mental health. When I have a medical problem, I naturally look for the non-drug solution. I've had "vasomotor rhinitis" or nasal allergies for 11 years. I've been to orthodox physicians, a top allergist, and alternative docs but none had any real help to offer me. Many times I'd feel so exhausted when the allergies kicked in that I would have to skip work for 1-3 days. (I'm lucky I own my own business.) I was literally at the mercy of the winds, bringing mold spores or whatever into my life to raise hell with my allergies. And I tried all kinds of remedies. One day, fed up once more, I searched the internet and went out and bought 4 of the remedies I found. I was stunned when the cider vinegar started working after 2 hours. I continued using it and it worked every time. How could it be that every allergist and alternative in the country could not know this simple treatment?
That was 5 months ago. I have not missed a day of work since due to allergies. I have ACV stored at work, at home, in my car - always accessible in case I need it. And I know with certainty it will stop or reduce by 90% any allergy attack I am having.
Thank you, Earth Clinic!!!! Keep spreading the word. I have referred others to this who have had the same result.
Dan Stradford
Founder and President Safe Harbor"
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[YEA] 06/26/2007: Joanie from Norton, OH writes: "I have terrible allergies, and knowing this, I started on Allegra at the first sign this spring, but thta did not help my itchy, watery eyes. I heard about Apple Cider Vinegar from my cousin, so decided to give it a try . . within 2 hours, I could actually put make-up on, and keep it on! Now,I drink 1 Tblspn to 1/2 C water twice a day, and no allergies!! Whoohoo, another natural cure the doctors don't/won't tell you about."
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[YEA] 06/24/2007: Mary from Munson, PA writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar. Periodically, I have trouble with an allergic symptom that is similar to Meniere's Syndrome symptoms, however Meniere's Syndrome has been ruled out by my doctors. The specialists determined that it was "some kind of allergy." I have not had an attack in two years, but did yesterday after spending a several days outside in very windy weather gardening. In frustration, I looked on the internet for a "natural allergy cure," and found the apple cider vinegar one. I tried it. Within an hour, I was feeling better, not perfect, but definitely BETTER. I will continue to try it and encourage my husband, who has hay fever, to try it also. Thank you so much, as I was desperate to stay off of medications!"
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[YEA] 06/23/2007: Daphne from Atlanta, GA writes: "FYI, I'm having great results with ACV for my severe allergies - the first relief I've had in days. THANKS! And one easy way to ingest it is on a healthy salad. I mix ACV with grapeseed oil or EVOO (and sometimes a little honey) and pour it over salad greens. Its tasty - doesn't feel like 'medicine' - a healthy meal - AND curing my allergies! I'm also going to try some Molasses remedies and HP remedies...
I'm also surprised no one has mentioned active-culture yogurt as a remedy.."
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[YEA] 06/05/2007: Matthew from Brooklyn, NY writes: "Thanks so much. i was having terrible allergies this summer and tried several over the counter pills (BTW benadryl is awful) i was very dubious if the ACV cure but it really worked for me. my clear nose a head thanks you!!!"
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[YEA] 05/23/2007: John from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar. Today May 21, 2007 I decided to try ACV to relieve my allergies and what I thought was a cold or flu. I have had the flu for over 4 weeks but it turns out it is a combination of allergies and a slight cold. I have taken allergy pills one every 24 hours for the last 8 days and it works for awhile but then my nose starts running again and the mucous seems to be getting heavier. I took three glasses of apple juice with 2 tablespoons of ACV in each every 5 hours and now at 8:30 pm I feel like a new person with no runny or blocked up nose and now I am going to continue on this same regimen and try and lose 42 lbs and keep it off!! I will check back with you from time to time and let you know how I am doing. By the way, I am a 63 year old male."
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[YEA] 04/29/2007: Jesse from Freeport, TX writes: "Results of use of ACV: I began to take it after suffering some bouts with acid reflux, I have yet to have another bout since taking it months ago. I was also experiencing problems with allergies such as congestion and runny nose. All of the symptoms are gone. For the pas three years my blood pressure readings had been high like 158/94. My last very recent physical almost floored my physician when it read 128/68. I am convinced."
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[YEA] 04/17/2007: Ray from EL Paso, Texas writes: "I've been taking apple cider vinegar for a few months now. It's been the best thing I've tried for allergies. I was getting really sick with allergies and frequent sinus infections. On one occasion I went to the doctor and he prescribed some antibiotics for a sinus infection I had, which did not clear up after I finished the prescription. I was very skeptical about the apple cider vinegar at first, yet desperate to try anything. Spring time of course was always the worst. Since I've been taking ACV my allergies have been under control. Spring time is here with it's high winds and they're still under control. I can go outside and work on the yard or go jogging and my allergies are still under control. I love this stuff. I've been taking two tablespoons three times a day with 1/4 teaspoon baking soda in 8 oz. of water. Sometimes I'll only take it twice a day, but my allergies are still under control. I want to thank earthclinic.com for having this website and posting this remedy."
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[YEA] 03/31/2007: Joanne from Cole City, Georgia writes: "Acv has cleared my allergies. "I worked all day outside on the highest pollen count day of the year. I didn't even notice until a few days later that I didn't have an allergy attack.Praise the Lord for this site. I've been doing the oil pulling for about 2 weeks now, and I've noticed a black streak down the right side of my tongue. Do you have any idea what this is? Is it toxins leaving my body or what? My teeth certainly are whiter, and I feel more energized. This, with the cold showers, the acv, molasses mixture, and the coconut oil has made a BIG difference in my energy level. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Could you please tell me how to get my husband off colesterol meds and blood thinners? He hates the side effects and I hate the ingredients,(unnatural)"
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[YEA] 03/30/2007: Toni from Amarillo, TX writes: "For at least a week I couldn't sleep for waking up coughing like crazy. Unable to breath thru my nose. On Monday 3/26/07 I went to the Doctor, he said it was allergies. Told me to do clairtin and flonase. I did that for 2 days, very little relief. I'm allergic to decongestants so that wasn't an option. Found your website Tuesday afternoon and started acv 1/2 acv and 1/2 water. That night I only woke up once. What a differance it made. Its now 3/30/07. I'm sleeping thru the night and the stuff that is comming out of my head is really gross. But I can breath. I will continue this 3 or 4 times a day until I'm clear. Thanks a million!"
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[YEA] 03/25/2007: Suzanne from Myrtle Beach, SC writes: "I am 38 yrs. old and had developed the most irritating allergies... Sneezing and coughing so badly, that I would have to take benedryl for relief. I wasn't sure if they were due to the extreme amounts of pollen, my dusty house, or my cat. But, I knew I couldn't live like this. So, I tried the usual otc remedies- and moved on to the "harder stuff", (Zyrtec). But if I missed a day-BOOM! the allergies were in full force again. I knew I had not always been this way and did not plan to stay on meds. the rest of my life. I was determined to find a natural cure for this mess. That is when I
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[YEA] 02/13/2007: Sassfire from Milwaukie, OR writes: "Thank you for this site. I have a very high insurance deductible and going to the doctor cuts into my food bill! I have been sick for three weeks and the quality of my life has suffered. I went to the doctor who told me take sudafed. I did and it helped very little. Today I woke up from a nap and just started crying. I just couldn't stand the pain and how tired I feel constantly. I tried the ACV and it worked at first then stopped. I then tried it by adding baking soda and it was amazing. I hope it continues to work. For now at least I can get some sleep. I love this site."
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[YEA] 02/13/2007: Sassfire from Milwaukie, OR writes: "Thank you for this site. I have a very high insurance deductible and going to the doctor cuts into my food bill! I have been sick for three weeks and the quality of my life has suffered. I went to the doctor who told me take sudafed. I did and it helped very little. Today I woke up from a nap and just started crying. I just couldn't stand the pain and how tired I feel constantly. I tried the ACV and it worked at first then stopped. I then tried it by adding baking soda and it was amazing. I hope it continues to work. For now at least I can get some sleep. I love this site."
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[YEA] 02/12/2007: Donna from Oceanside, NY writes: "WOW WOW WOO...I HAVE BEEN A MESS AND I ROLLED ONTO THIS SITE..IT WAS MEANT TO BE..I RAN OUT BOUGHT ORG. ACV AND TOOK 3 TABLESPOONS TODAY...I HAVE ALLERGY AND PICK UP EVERYTHING BUT MONEY...HONEST.TODAY MY EYES ARE AT RELIEF..I HEARD ABOUT THIS..BUT YOUR SITE MADE ME TRY IT...THANK YOU THANK YOU...I WILL ADD UPDATES..HEY ANYTHING ON THINNING HAOR..THANK YOU DONNA"
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[NAY] 01/11/2007: Lorelei from Utah writes: "I tried ACV, 2 Tbl in juice, plus 1 Tbl honey. I did this 3X a day. I did it for a whole month. It didn't help allergies, overall energy or weight loss. It also did nothing for my kids' health. It may have improved my complexion. I do use it externally on my face as well, and that does seem to help some. It may help keep me somewhat healthier as far as communicable diseases go. I haven't caught the kids' myriad colds, flu, etc. But that may be due to echinacea, oil pulling, cold showers, or healthier eating!"
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[YEA] 01/03/2007: Susan from Tampa, FL writes: "2 tsp honey, 2 tsp apple cider vinegar in 8 to 16 ounces of water 3 times a day cured my arthritis, back pain and allergies. I was in so much pain for many many years with severe back problems, and then 2 years ago was diagnosed with rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. The dr. prescribed steroids, and 2 different immuno suppressant drugs and the side effects were horrible. I could hardly get out of bed in the morning, my joints and muscles hurt so bad, i also have fibromyalgia. I started this regimen about a month ago and saw immediate results. My hay fever has cleared up also. My sinuses are dry, usually I always have a bad post nasal drip problem. I feel more energized, and my body just feels good, like it is getting what it needs."
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[YEA] 11/05/2006: Julie from Wichita, Kansas writes: "I tried this for a week after having been on nexium or prilosec for the past 8 years and it did nothing for me as far as my acid reflux was concerned. In fact, it made it much worse. It ended up getting so bad that I almost had my husband take me to the ER. My esophagus was spasming and even drinking water felt like I was swallowing a razor blade. BUT -- It did help tremendously with my allergy symptoms and headaches. In the mornings I always wake up feeling groggy with a stuffy head and nose with sinus drainage down the back of my throat and a headache that hangs on most of the day. While taking the ACV I had none of that with the exception of a very minor stuffy nose. I wish I could take it without it hurting my stomach and esophagus so badly! I can see why it works for weight loss though too.. my stomach and esophagus hurt so bad I don't want to eat anything."
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[YEA] 10/28/2006: Linda from Paris, France writes: "What a relief -- after years of pill popping almost every night I was emailed your website by a friend and Voila!!!!! no more pills and no more sinuses. I have put my son on it as well and it definitely works thank you so so much."
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