Foods for Allergies

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  1. 5. We usually buy this omega-3-rich fatty fish in a can. Omega-3s can reduce inflammation and possibly improve seasonal allergies.
  2. 7. These round root vegetables have quercetin, which is a plant chemical that may reduce histamine reactions. They come in red (purple), white, and yellow, but no matter the color peeling them will probably make you cry.
  3. 8. This root vegetable actually looks like a root when you buy it fresh. You can also buy it dry, in spice form. A study found that this spicy vegetable reduced the production of inflammation proteins and led to decreased allergy symptoms in mice.
  4. 9. Tea leaves can make white, black, and blank tea. This color-named tea contains natural antihistamines that have been proven to reduce allergic reactions.
  5. 11. This tropical fruit with big green leaves and a hard outer core has an enzyme called bromelain, which may reduce allergic irritations that trigger asthma.
  6. 12. This fuzzy green fruit is rich in vitamin C and can also help decrease the histamine response in the body to calm allergies
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  1. 1. These diamond-shaped nuts are a natural antihistamine. They also have omega-3 fatty acids, which may help reduce inflammation.
  2. 2. Local blank eaten in small doses early in the allergy season may get the body used to the pollen in the air and reduce the allergy response. Thank you, Bees!
  3. 3. These powerful little black seeds are full of fiber and healthy fats. If you let them soak in water, they get gooey. They have a type of fat called ALA, which may decrease allergy symptoms.
  4. 4. Something to avoid during allergy season is added blank, found in candy, cookies, ice cream, and more. Added blank causes inflammation, but you can eat all the fruit you want!
  5. 5. This spice is bright yellow or gold in color when ground. It can help improve nasal airflow and reduce sneezing.
  6. 6. These red, juicy round vegetables are rich in the antioxidant lycopene, which helps prevent boddiamond-shaped.
  7. 10. This probiotic drink is similar to yogurt but thinner. Probiotics may help reduce seasonal allergies.