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Apple Cider Vinegar for Allergies.

Allergies can cause sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, sinus pressure, congestion, postnasal drip, headaches, wheezing, skin irritation, and fatigue. For some people, allergies are a seasonal nuisance. For others, they become a daily burden that affects sleep, breathing, energy, and quality of life.

Earth Clinic readers have shared hundreds of experiences with natural remedies for allergies over the years. Among these, apple cider vinegar is by far the most frequently reported remedy, followed by hydration with sea salt, turmeric, honey, oil pulling, and other natural approaches that support sinus, immune, and histamine balance.

This guide focuses on practical remedies readers have used for seasonal allergies, pollen allergies, sinus allergies, environmental sensitivities, and allergy-related congestion.

At a Glance

  • Most Popular Earth Clinic Remedy: Apple cider vinegar, with more than 70 reader reports
  • Top Reader Categories After ACV: Hydration, turmeric, honey, and oil pulling
  • Best for Sinus Pressure: Apple cider vinegar, hydration, nasal rinses, and quercetin with bromelain
  • Best for Histamine Support: Quercetin, vitamin C, stinging nettle, and hydration
  • Best Daily Prevention: Hydration, local honey, probiotics, vitamin D, and reducing allergen exposure

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Earth Clinic reader feedback gives this topic a practical advantage over generic allergy guides. Instead of focusing only on textbook remedies, the most useful allergy approaches are often the ones readers have repeatedly tested in daily life.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Best For: Sinus pressure, congestion, sneezing, postnasal drip, and seasonal allergy flares.

Earth Clinic Notes: ACV is the leading allergy remedy on Earth Clinic, with more than 70 reader reports. Some readers use it diluted in water, while others combine it with honey, turmeric, or baking soda.

Hydration with Sea Salt

Best For: Allergy headaches, dry sinuses, congestion, snoring, and general histamine reactivity.

Earth Clinic Notes: Several highly rated reader posts describe dramatic improvement after increasing water intake and adding small amounts of unrefined sea salt.

Turmeric

Best For: Inflammation, itchy eyes, swelling, and chronic allergy patterns.

Earth Clinic Notes: Turmeric is often used with apple cider vinegar, local honey, black pepper, or warm milk.

Local Raw Honey

Best For: Seasonal pollen allergies and long-term allergy prevention.

Earth Clinic Notes: Reader reports emphasize local, raw, unheated honey taken consistently over time.

Oil Pulling

Best For: Morning congestion, sinus drainage, oral health, and environmental sensitivities.

Earth Clinic Notes: Oil pulling has fewer allergy reports than ACV or hydration, but some readers find it helpful when used daily.

What Causes Allergies?

An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system identifies a normally harmless substance as a threat. In response, the body releases histamine and other inflammatory chemicals. This can lead to swelling, mucus production, itching, sneezing, watery eyes, coughing, and airway irritation.

Common allergy triggers include:

  • Tree, grass, and weed pollen
  • Dust mites
  • Mold spores
  • Pet dander
  • Fragrances and chemical irritants
  • Smoke and air pollution
  • Certain foods
  • Insect bites or stings

Natural allergy relief usually works best when it combines two strategies: reducing allergen exposure and supporting the body's ability to handle inflammation and histamine.

Apple Cider Vinegar for Allergies

Apple cider vinegar is the most popular allergy remedy reported by Earth Clinic readers. It is commonly used for sinus congestion, itchy eyes, sneezing, excess mucus, postnasal drip, and allergy-related fatigue.

Some readers report quick relief, while others find that ACV works best when taken daily during allergy season. Several reader experiences also describe combining ACV with local honey, turmeric, baking soda, or using ACV in food recipes such as homemade pickles.

Basic Apple Cider Vinegar Allergy Drink

  1. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw apple cider vinegar to a glass.
  2. Add 8 ounces of water.
  3. Stir well.
  4. Drink once or twice daily during allergy season.
  5. Rinse your mouth afterward with plain water.

Optional: Add 1 teaspoon of raw honey if tolerated.

Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda

Some Earth Clinic readers report better allergy relief when ACV is combined with baking soda.

  1. Add 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar to a glass.
  2. Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.
  3. Allow the mixture to fizz and settle.
  4. Add water and drink.

Caution: Baking soda contains sodium and may not be appropriate for people with high blood pressure, kidney disease, heart disease, or sodium-restricted diets.

ACV Pickles for Allergy Support

One popular reader approach used apple cider vinegar in homemade pickles. This may be a gentler way for sensitive individuals to consume ACV with food rather than as a straight drink.

The reader combined cucumber, onion, raw ACV, filtered water, garlic, sea salt, dill, turmeric, and pepper flakes, then refrigerated the mixture until the flavors developed.

Dental Safety: Apple cider vinegar is acidic. Always dilute it, avoid sipping it slowly over long periods, consider using a straw, rinse your mouth afterward, and wait at least 30 minutes before brushing your teeth.

Hydration and Sea Salt for Allergies

Hydration is one of the most interesting reader-reported allergy remedies on Earth Clinic. Several highly rated posts describe major improvements in allergies, headaches, sinusitis, snoring, dry skin, and breathing after increasing water intake and adding small amounts of unrefined sea salt.

The theory behind this approach is that dehydration may worsen histamine release and make mucus thicker, sinuses drier, and allergy symptoms more intense. Some readers found that water alone did not help until they added a small amount of salt or improved electrolyte balance.

Reader-Inspired Hydration Approach

  1. Increase water intake gradually throughout the day.
  2. Some readers aim for about half their body weight in ounces of water daily.
  3. Add small pinches of unrefined sea salt during the day, or a small amount of sea salt to water.
  4. Pay attention to thirst, urination, swelling, blood pressure, and how you feel.

Important: This approach is not appropriate for everyone. People with high blood pressure, kidney disease, heart disease, fluid retention, or sodium restrictions should consult a healthcare provider before increasing salt intake.

Hydration may be especially helpful when allergies are accompanied by headaches, thick mucus, dry mouth, dry skin, constipation, fatigue, or sinus pressure.

Turmeric for Allergies

Turmeric is a traditional anti-inflammatory remedy used by Earth Clinic readers for many conditions, including allergies. Its active compounds, known as curcuminoids, may help support a healthier inflammatory response.

In reader reports, turmeric is sometimes paired with apple cider vinegar, local honey, black pepper, or warm milk. One reader described relief from itchy, swollen eyes and sneezing after using a combination of ACV, turmeric, local honey, and black pepper.

Simple Turmeric Allergy Drink

  • Warm milk or plant-based milk
  • A few dashes of turmeric
  • A tiny pinch of black pepper
  • Optional local honey

Tip: Black pepper may improve absorption of turmeric compounds, but it can irritate sensitive stomachs.

Caution: Turmeric may not be suitable for people taking blood thinners, those with gallbladder disease, or those scheduled for surgery unless approved by a healthcare provider.

Local Raw Honey for Allergies

Local raw honey is one of the best-known traditional remedies for seasonal allergies. Earth Clinic readers who favor this remedy often emphasize three details: the honey should be local, raw, and unheated.

The idea is that tiny amounts of local pollen in raw honey may gradually help the body become less reactive to local pollen exposure. Scientific evidence is mixed, but long-term reader reports can be compelling.

How Readers Use Local Honey

  1. Choose raw, unheated honey from a local beekeeper when possible.
  2. Take 1 teaspoon daily.
  3. Use consistently, ideally before allergy season begins.
  4. Continue for several months or longer if it agrees with you.

Important: Honey should never be given to infants under one year of age. People with severe pollen allergies or bee-related allergies should use caution.

Oil Pulling for Allergies

Oil pulling is an Ayurvedic practice that involves swishing oil in the mouth and then spitting it out. While it is better known for oral health, some Earth Clinic readers report that oil pulling helps with sinus drainage, morning congestion, and environmental sensitivities.

Basic Oil Pulling Method

  1. Place 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of oil in the mouth.
  2. Gently swish for 5 to 15 minutes.
  3. Spit the oil into the trash, not the sink.
  4. Rinse the mouth well.
  5. Brush teeth afterward.

Common oils include coconut oil, sesame oil, and sunflower oil.

Caution: Do not swallow the oil. Oil pulling should not replace dental care or medical care for severe allergies or sinus infections.

Quercetin and Bromelain

Quercetin is a plant flavonoid often described as a natural antihistamine because it helps stabilize mast cells, which release histamine during allergic reactions. Bromelain, an enzyme from pineapple, may help reduce sinus swelling and support drainage.

One Earth Clinic reader reported that quercetin, bromelain, and vitamin C helped after 20 years of severe allergies, with noticeable improvement after about a week.

Common Quercetin Combination

  • Quercetin: 500 mg or more
  • Bromelain: 250 mg or more
  • Vitamin C: 1,000 mg

Many people begin this combination several weeks before allergy season.

Food sources of quercetin include red onion, apples, berries, grapes, broccoli, spinach, tea, and capers.

Caution: Avoid bromelain if you are allergic to pineapple. Quercetin and bromelain may interact with certain medications, including blood thinners.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C supports immune function and may help the body manage histamine. It is often used during allergy season for sneezing, itchy eyes, inflammation, and general immune support.

How Vitamin C Is Commonly Used

  • 500 to 1,000 mg once or twice daily
  • Divided doses may be easier on the stomach
  • Often combined with quercetin
  • Food sources include citrus, kiwi, berries, bell peppers, and broccoli

Some people prefer buffered forms of vitamin C if regular ascorbic acid causes stomach upset.

Nasal Rinses for Allergy Relief

Nasal irrigation can provide direct relief by washing pollen, dust, mold spores, mucus, and irritants out of the nasal passages. This is especially useful after yard work, dog walking, gardening, high-pollen days, or exposure to dust and mold.

Basic Saline Rinse

  1. Use a clean neti pot or squeeze bottle.
  2. Use sterile, distilled, or previously boiled and cooled water.
  3. Add a prepared saline packet or properly measured salt mixture.
  4. Rinse gently.
  5. Clean and dry the device after use.

Xylitol Nasal Rinses

Some people find that xylitol nasal sprays or rinses are more soothing than saline alone. Xylitol may help moisturize nasal passages and reduce irritation from allergens.

Important: Always use safe water for nasal rinses. Tap water should not be used unless it has been boiled and cooled first.

Histamine Intolerance and Allergies

Some people with allergy symptoms may also be dealing with histamine intolerance. This occurs when the body has difficulty breaking down histamine from foods or internal immune reactions.

Possible signs include:

  • Chronic nasal congestion
  • Headaches or migraines
  • Skin flushing
  • Hives or itching
  • Digestive upset
  • Reactions to fermented foods, wine, aged cheese, or leftovers
  • Allergies that seem worse during stress or hormonal changes

Natural Histamine Support

  • Quercetin
  • Vitamin C
  • Hydration
  • Gut health support
  • Reducing high-histamine foods when needed
  • Managing stress and sleep

Additional Natural Allergy Supports

Probiotics

A healthy gut microbiome helps regulate immune function. Probiotic foods include yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, miso, and fermented vegetables.

Stinging Nettle

Stinging nettle is traditionally used as a natural antihistamine. It is commonly taken as tea, capsules, or tincture during allergy season.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D plays an important role in immune regulation. Testing may be helpful for people with chronic allergies, asthma tendencies, or frequent infections.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3 fats from fish oil, algae oil, flaxseed, chia, walnuts, and hemp seeds help support a healthy inflammatory response.

Magnesium

Magnesium supports respiratory function, muscle relaxation, and overall inflammatory balance. Food sources include pumpkin seeds, almonds, spinach, black beans, and dark chocolate.

Seasonal Allergy Prevention Tips

Natural remedies often work better when exposure is reduced at the same time. Small daily habits can make a significant difference during pollen season.

Daily Allergy Prevention Checklist

  • Check pollen counts before spending long periods outdoors.
  • Keep windows closed on high-pollen days.
  • Shower and wash hair after outdoor exposure.
  • Change clothes after yard work or gardening.
  • Wash bedding weekly in hot water.
  • Use a HEPA air purifier in the bedroom.
  • Vacuum frequently with a HEPA-filter vacuum.
  • Rinse nasal passages after heavy pollen exposure.
  • Stay well hydrated.

When to Seek Medical Attention

Natural remedies may help many people with mild to moderate allergies, but medical care is important when symptoms are severe or persistent.

Seek medical help promptly if allergies cause:

  • Difficulty breathing
  • Wheezing
  • Chest tightness
  • Swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, or face
  • Faintness or signs of anaphylaxis
  • Recurrent sinus infections
  • Symptoms that do not improve with treatment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most popular natural remedy for allergies on Earth Clinic?

Apple cider vinegar is the most frequently reported allergy remedy on Earth Clinic, with more than 70 reader posts. Readers commonly use it for congestion, sinus pressure, sneezing, mucus, and seasonal allergy symptoms.

How do you take apple cider vinegar for allergies?

A common method is to mix 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw apple cider vinegar in 8 ounces of water and drink once or twice daily. Some readers add honey, turmeric, or baking soda.

Can dehydration make allergies worse?

Some Earth Clinic readers report that dehydration worsens allergies, sinus symptoms, headaches, and histamine reactions. Hydration with small amounts of unrefined sea salt is one of the top reader-reported allergy approaches after ACV.

Is local honey good for allergies?

Some people report that local raw honey helps reduce seasonal pollen allergies over time. Reader reports often emphasize using honey that is raw, unheated, and produced close to home.

What natural supplements help histamine symptoms?

Common natural histamine-support supplements include quercetin, vitamin C, stinging nettle, bromelain, and probiotics.

Are nasal rinses safe for allergies?

Nasal rinses can be very helpful for removing pollen, dust, and mucus. Always use sterile, distilled, or previously boiled and cooled water, and clean the rinse device after use.

Can turmeric help allergies?

Turmeric may help support a healthier inflammatory response. Earth Clinic readers sometimes combine turmeric with apple cider vinegar, honey, black pepper, or warm milk for allergy support.

Can allergies and sinus symptoms be related?

Yes. Allergies can inflame nasal passages and contribute to sinus pressure, congestion, postnasal drip, headaches, and secondary sinus infections.

Final Thoughts

Natural allergy remedies work best when they are practical, consistent, and matched to the symptoms. For Earth Clinic readers, apple cider vinegar remains the leading remedy for allergies, especially for congestion, sinus pressure, sneezing, and mucus. Hydration with sea salt, turmeric, local honey, oil pulling, quercetin, vitamin C, and nasal rinses are also frequently discussed.

Because allergy triggers vary, the best approach may involve combining several strategies: reducing pollen exposure, supporting hydration, calming histamine activity, improving gut health, and using targeted remedies during flare-ups.

Please continue reading below to discover which natural remedies have helped Earth Clinic readers with allergies, and share your own experience with us.

Related Links:

Home Remedies to Treat Food Allergies
Natural Cures for Hay Fever (Allergic Rhinitis)
Natural Remedies for Chronic Sinusitis Relief
Quick Sinus Relief: Natural Remedies for Congestion

The comments below reflect the personal experiences and opinions of readers and do not represent medical advice or the views of this website. The information shared has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or health condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns.
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Posted by Cindy (Ililnois, USA) on 03/19/2023 563 posts
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It occurred tome that sneezing = histamine = dehydration and, so, thought that perhaps the 2 cup cure for indigestion and headache might work for that and, SO, to make a long story short, drinking a large glass of water stopped both the sneezing and the running nose.

For one who is forever telling people to hydrate, when I get busy, I don't. ROFL! I'm often dehydrated. Not to the critical degree that got me interested in hydration in the first place but the body DOES slap me upside the head to remind me. Whether with that "Oh no! " approach of indigestion or a headache or, duh, SNEEZING!

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Hi Cindy, can you please give the details... What is the 2 cup water cure that you're referring to?

Ruralady
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You can find water cure under "Remedies'. Go to the "w" and then scroll down until you hit on "water". You can find "water cure' on the side panel...hope this helps.

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Posted by Ali (Wales) on 03/12/2023
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I had an allergic reaction 2 days ago - the first I've had in a long time. I was struggling to breathe, but I remembered that drinking water had alleviated other reactions I'd had some years back, so I drank at least half a liter of water & took a pinch of salt.

It all calmed down very quickly.

I recognise that I have been very dehydrated for a long time so have started implementing the Water Cures protocol as per their website. I do have the book ‘Your Body's Many Cries for Water' & must dig it out & read it again to remind myself.

I did go through a period of drinking 2-3 liters of water daily, some time ago, but was not taking any salt. It didn't seem to make much difference. I was also pretty low in Potassium back then, but now eat a mostly plant-based diet, with quite a bit of raw food so do get more potassium now.

The unrefined salt is needed to provide electrolytes & trace minerals so the body can use the water properly. So much improvement can be gained when the body is properly hydrated.

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(Canada)
04/25/2024

Could someone please help me here.
I weight 60kg, how much water should I drink daily in liters?

Jo
(Europe)
04/26/2024

Hello,

There is no magic number that can be said. as an example, my wife drinks 6-8 glasses a day while I drink 2-3. You drink what you feel. Just remember that if you drink dehydrating drinks, you are taking out what you put in. Monitor what you drink that is dehydrating, and as a general rule drink 1 glass of water for 1 cup of coffee just to break even. Also look into your diet. Some foods require more water internally to aid in digestion than others. Also look at physical exertions. Do you ride bikes, exercise, or walk a lot? Do you currently have any medical conditions? And medications? These are all factors to consider. But, if you feel thirsty, drink water. You can never really go wrong drinking water as long as you don't overdo it.

As for allergies, even seasonal allergies, we found in research and personal experience that they are very dependent on diet. Every year in the fall for 2-3 weeks I would get a bit phlemy and a bit itchy here in Northern Europe. Looked into my diet, made a change, and the past 2 years has been non existent. Also for joint pain, tremendous amount of research has indicted that joint pain unrelated to injury, can be helped/cured/fixed via exercise. Mild to moderate exercise alleviates most non-injury related or condition specific joint pain. Adding natural anti inflammation ingredients like Turmeric, Cinnamon, Ginger help wonderfully.

I may have over answered this post as I noticed just now you were simply asking about water consumption! And that the allergy, joint was just the thread you were on! Lol, my bad! But maybe someone will benefit from thsi long winded answer to a simple question!

Address Dehydration
Posted by Mmsg (Somewhere, Europe) on 06/15/2020
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Charity just posted these words on the New EC site: "stress causes dehydration which causes histamine to be released". Hmmmmm, taking this a step further, could dehydration be a co-cause of a hay fever attack?? I wonder.

Having started drinking more water recently (mainly boiled tap water), the hay fever attacks HAVE reduced significantly. I wonder about that. If so, it's an easy way to feel more comfortable!

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(Faithville, Us)
06/16/2020

Sick people go to hospital and get saline IV and most go home fine. Most meds have anti histamine in them. Salt and water are natural anti histamine. Any mineral has a balancing mineral. Iodine lower selenium, selenium lowers iodine. Salt lowers potassium, potassium lowers salt. Zinc lowers copper, copper lowers zinc. Etc. Water lowers salt minerals.

The body will HOARD what it has become deficient in for a short time until there is a steady supply of it and so.....when you finally get some it can feel like it was bad as your ankles swell if you are dehydrated and take too much salt or water....

Batmanghelidj books woke me up and I am not allergic or having histamine rashes, sinus, lung, mental, emotional, colds, dry sinus cavity, horrible dandruff, psoriasis, digestion problems, or you can just go down this huge list of sick and ick off my bucket list that I overcame. Praise the Lord for information that sets us free.

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(Faithville, Us)
06/16/2020

Yes, I read Dr. Batmanghelidj's books on water and salt mineral balance and he said that histamine was a warning shot across the bow that the body was out of balance. I was starting his program after rupturing L-5 and a neighbor said her peonies were in bloom. I loved them but gave me bad headaches in short time and had to see them in vase through patio door. After the salt and water, I could not smell them and thought something was wrong with her flowers. She let me have them every year when they bloomed.

Next day I got water /minerals out of balance and had to put vase of flowers on porch, pounding headache. Proved to me Batman was right on. So I let as many people as I can hear this information because I used to get three allergy shots every other day for over a year and was allergic to everything.

Replied by Ayelet
(Middleton, Id)
06/16/2020

Hi Charity, what was your protocol that you took that helped? Did you simply drink more water with sea salt added?

Replied by Charity
(Faithville, Us)
06/17/2020

If my problem had been averted at first sign, it would have averted all the other problems I have been facing. I say start low dose and slow so you don't have a healing crisis. In 2010, every direction I turned I got more bad health news and I was in pain all day every day. The days felt like Ground Hog Day. Repeating the same problems day after day and then I would tell my prayer partner and she would pray. I read books, a lot of books, at the library and found the water book but wasn't going to read it because I drank a lot of water already. I avoided salt and fats because they were bad for you. Little did I know I was killing myself and creating a long drawn out nightmare. Read the link below this one Keep reading, keep learning, keep applying wisdom. Pray and don't quit when your answer doesn't come the way you expect or in the time you hoped it would. Lean in and Trust God loves you and is working it all out for the greatest Good. Bless you, Charity

Address Dehydration
Posted by Diggitty (Phoenix, Az) on 03/18/2016
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Suffered allergies for two weeks; itchy watery eyes, runny nose, dry skin. Increased water to half my body weight in ounces and adding 1/8 tsp of sea salt per 24 oz of water. ACV didn't work for me, neither did just increasing water. However adding the salt to the water did the trick. Dehydration causes histamines to be released. Salt helps water get into cells and hydrate the body. Otherwise the water ends up in the toilet. Your electrolytes may be out of balance which can activate histamines. ACV didn't work for me because I believe I didn't need those minerals, I needed salt. In a half day, I felt 100% better. God IS that awesome!

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(Port Charlotte, Florida)
05/30/2022
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I used one tablespoon of Himalayan pink salt for 64 oz. of water to cleanse my intestines and it has helped my digestion and immune system

Denise
(MA)
04/17/2024

I would suggest using Redmond's Real Salt, which is unrefined and packed with minerals. Better for you than theH imalayan pink salt.

Marsh
(Colorado)
04/13/2025

Interesting. I'd be interested to know what type immune issues you had. I think I may have leaky gut after a parasite dilemma turned me into GF. Miss pasta and bread!

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Posted by Me (New Jersey) on 09/30/2014
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My boyfriend, age 47, had horrible allergies for 15 years, and headaches since childhood. Sinusitis, too. Pills, nasal sprays, antibiotics, you name it, he tried it. He had headaches almost every day and ate excedrin migraine tablets like they were going out of style. He regularly went to a specialist for his sinus problems. Nothing helped, and the last bout of antibiotics made him feel horrible. I heard about doing a water cure, which is basically drinking half your body weight in water daily and taking a few pinches of unprocessed sea salt daily. We started the salt and water protocol, and never looked back, no headaches, no sinus problems, no allergies. We rode 800 miles on his motorcycle over Memorial day 3 day weekend, in late May and there was pollen gallore, NOTHING. NO allergies. He can breathe! He smells the air, and he sleeps at night with a clear nose, and NO MORE SNORING.

We've been doing this for 5 months, just a few pinches of sea salt each day and drinking half our body weight in ounces of water every day: neither of us had even a smidgen of allergies ALL the past 5 months since we started the water cure. NO allergies. All through Spring, Summer, and now early Fall. We've been outdoors all day long in hayfever season, with all the ragweed and both of us were fine. No snoring, our skin looks phenomenal (YAY) and our joints are as limber as they were in our 20's, no popping or creaking or crunching when stretching and moving. Even my neck is loose and moves in any position smoothly. Digestion is optimal. This water cure is my way of life now, FOR LIFE. Simple sea salt and water has done us both the WORLD of good! Super cheap (almost free) and extraordinarily effective. The only cure we need!

PS - he hasn't needed any of those expensive allergy meds he used to need daily! He no longer uses over the counter pain meds daily for headaches. It's wonderful!!!

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Posted by Joy (Battleground, Wash) on 05/29/2013
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Regarding allergies - yes the allergy shots, the rotation elimination diet, the fear, the planning, the suffering... Been there and done that and then the stomach aches, back aches, neck aches... all for not. The water cure by Dr. Batmanghelidj answered all that was screaming for help inside of me.... Dehydration signals present themselves in the form of histamine. When the body is low on water or salt or potassium or magnesium or calcium or trace minerals it sends out histamine to get our attention.

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Posted by Msannanola (New Orleans, La) on 02/17/2011
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You must must must try the water cure and its various aspects. Sinus/allergies and aching joints are classic signs of dehydration.

I used the water cure successfully to rid myself of most allergy symptoms I even started having asthma symptoms which went away in two days of drinking sufficient water. You need 1/2 your weight in ounces of water and a little unrefined sea salt per day the pink Himalayan is great. You also need iodine, I used kelp and then later Lugol's solution. Magnesium, I use magnesium oil. The rest of what you need you will most likely get from your food. The water has made a huge difference for others who I have recommended it to.

One lady is off daily doses of Benadryl. Now she only takes it as needed. I am off of Zyrtec. I have stopped needing antibiotics 4 to 6 times a year! This has been a huge life change for me! I am about to turn 40 and I am so proud of taking control of my own health!

Replied by Jacqueline
(Texas)
01/25/2026
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I tried the kelp, per this suggestion.. unfortunately started experiencing severe hair shedding. But the water Salt remedy mentioned here and in the many other posts before this one was quite helpful. Thank you

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I have just started taking 1 tablespoon of ACV with 1/2 teaspoon baking soda mixed together with a glass of water 3 times a day and have found my sinuses and my eyes are no longer a problem with my allergy symptoms... Thank you Earth Clinic!!!

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My allergies were the worst ever this spring so after reading about cures on your website I decided to try ACV and cayenne. Not only did it eliminate my allergy symptoms, but the unexpected side benefits are great! My chronically runny nose -gone, constant throat clearing -gone, red rimmed eyes -gone, HOT FLASHES - GONE!My complexion is clearer and I have more energy. This is unbelievable. I use generic ACV and don't feel the need to switch to unfiltered.

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Neither apple cider nor Cayenne have done anything for my allergies that I can tell.

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Posted by Stephanie (Charlotte, Nc) on 11/12/2009
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This is an update for using ACV. I have been making great PICKLES with it and it works for my allergies! I had to give it another try and decided I needed ACV diluted -Maybe it was too strong for my system.....

So here's the Recipe:

1 cucumber - sliced thin
1 red onion - sliced thin
1/4 cup of turbinado sugar or to taste
1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
3/4 cup of ACV - raw
1 cup of filtered water
4 or 5 minced fresh garlic cloves - or more
dried pepper flakes to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/8 teaspoon tumeric

In quart sized (very clean) mason jar, place cucumbers, garlic, onions, and then the rest of ingredients. Place lid on snugly and shake gently to mix all. Open jar and push down cucumbers so that all is submerged in brine. Keep in the refrigerator. Let sit a day or two to let flavors develop -if you can! Flavor only gets better .

I think these must be pretty healthy! Lots of sulphur from the garlic and onions, and probiotic effect from ACV and cucumbers and healing herbs, too.

My skin looks a lot better, too. I use Extra Virgin olive oil on it after my bath. Love it! Put it on when skin is still moist.

Good Luck!! PICKLES work for me!!!

EC: Sounds yummy, thanks for posting your recipe!

Replied by Tulips
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09/02/2016

Regarding Stephanie's post from 2008 - how many pickles should you eat daily?

Recipe looks delicious too, thanks for posting ♥

Apple Cider Vinegar Spray

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Posted by Teresa (Arlington, Tx) on 06/18/2020
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I did the apple cider vinegar nasal spray with a small glass bottle spray (what I had on hand for essential oils) and it provided instantaneous relief! I was sneezing constantly and had a runny itchy nose. First spray I didn't spray all the way inside per nose but still provided instant relief. I inhaled a bit then tried a second time aiming higher I did feel a sting both times. But it was worth it I felt I couldn't handle these allergies anymore. Haha it's such a difference. My nose is calm it's not runny anymore and I'm not sneezing. This spray worked for me. Developed allergies after deep cleaning the room and cleaning up any dust.

Apple Cider Vinegar Spray
Posted by Kim (New York, NY) on 12/17/2010
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For years I have been a huge fan of ACV for many common ailments, and recently I've discovered that a solution of ACV and water (about 1:10) works GREAT to immediately stop an itchy runny nose and clear up sinus congestion. I use an old nose spray bottle, well cleaned, and then filled with my solution. I spray a couple times in each nostril and then breathe deeply: watch out, as it does sting! But then immediately, all my aggravating symptoms stop and stay away for hours. This is so convenient and natural!

Apple Cider Vinegar, Honey

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Posted by Lynne (Texas, US) on 12/29/2014
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For several years now, I've woken up with severe allergy symptoms in the morning which generally take an hour or two to clear up. About 3 days ago, I noticed that when I drank some ACV and honey in water, my symptoms cleared almost immediately! So I've been doing it every day since with the same results! I'm completely amazed!

Apple Cider Vinegar, Turmeric, Local Honey

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Posted by Busymom (Smalltown, Sunflowerstate, Usa) on 05/25/2010
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Turmeric, ACV, and local honey cured my allergies AND acne

Two weeks ago I started an ACV and Turmeric regimen for allergies with a wonderful side-effect! My skin is georgeous! I take 1tsp of ACV in 8oz of water 4-5 times per day. I drink 8oz of warm soy milk, 4 dashes of turmeric, 1 dash of black pepper, and 1tsp of local honey once a day. I live on a farm with cows, horses, dogs, hay and LOTS of pollen. I was taking OTC drugs twice a day with little relief. My eyes would swell, tear up and itch; and I'd sneeze like crazy. For two weeks I have not taken ANY otc drugs, and the worst I've had is a little bit of eye itching. Another wonderful side-effect is that I HAVE ENERGY! LOTS OF IT! Everything I've used is straight off the grocery store shelf - not organic. Except the honey - local farmer's market. This website has saved me lots of money and grief...thank you!

Replied by Rob
(Manhattan, New York)
05/27/2010
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in the thick of this allergy season my old remedies of Freeze Dried Stinging Nettle, MSM & Quercetin didn't seem to be working as well... I started drinking them down with ACV & cayenne, and that did the trick..breathing through my nose again...and can concur with above, skin looks better..dark allergy circles under eyes are not as prominent.

Replied by Lee
(New York)
05/28/2010

Hi Rob,

I have experienced NY spring allergies for years. This year I have been inhaling a little bit of h202 a few times a day (first thing in the a.m. - then, as needed) and it has helped tremendously. I think I will up my ACV/cayenne intake as well. Thanks for the reminder. Lee

Avoid Anticholinergic Medications

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Posted by Myway (Delaware, Usa) on 03/24/2015
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For the earth clinic families who work hard to find natural ways of dealing with allergies, asthma and related inflammation...hats off. The long term use of anticholinergic drugs (like Benadryl) can have devastating long term brain health effects "down the road" for our population. Dementia and alzheimers are devastating our families.

If you know someone who takes anticholinergic drugs daily, please pass on the following sites. You could be helping someone's future tremendously.

http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/common-anticholinergic-drugs-like-benadryl-linked-increased-dementia-risk-201501287667

http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2015/02/01/where-can-i-find-a-list-of-anticholinergic-drugs/

MyWay :D


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