When spring comes, sprouts having slept for wintertime come out with colorful flowers in full bloom to entertain our eyes. However, you can also see people sniffle or blowing their nose as pollens flutter everywhere.
According to a medical source, allergosis has doubled worldwide over the past decade. Moreover, it tends to increase by 50% every decade. Such a rapid increase is a result of numerous causes, such as changes in residential and dietary life, climate changes and air pollution. In particular, home dust, mites, smoking and pets have also caused allergies.
In order to prevent allergies, it is most important to strengthen the immune system. If the immunity weakens, it is more likely to cause allergies. There are various measures to strengthen the immunity, including regular patterns of living and exercise. Therefore, let me introduce some good food for springtime allergies.
Water
Drinking adequate water fundamentally prevents springtime allergies. Water keeps skin healthy and washes out the accumulated waste in your body. It is recommended to drink 8~10 glasses of water every day.
Strawberries
Vitamins in fruits are excellent foods to improve immunity. Particularly in springtime, strawberries are a good source of vitamin C.
Pork
Pork is rich in Vitamin B1, which functions to detoxify and discharge heavy metals as well as to control nerve impulses. Therefore it helps to recover from allergies. It is good either grilled or cooked with vegetables.
Beans and Soymilk
Beans and soymilk are rich in Vitamins E and B so they prevent infection. Moreover, beans help promote the immunity by activating physical functions in the body.
Potatoes and Onions
Potatoes and onions are always good in any food. A helpful tip for easing allergic symptoms is to boil potatoes and onions in low heat and regularly drink it warm 3-4 times daily.
Grilled Garlic
Allergies might break out due to pollen in the eyes or nose. One of the remedies is to put garlic in the nostrils. Peel garlic cloves completely (even to a thin layer underneath) and grill them on a frying pan without oil. Make sure they do not get burned. Slice grilled garlic in a size suitable for a nostril. Leave it inside a nose for a minute 3~4 times daily for 3 days. It is effective in easing itchiness in the nose.
Kimchi
Kimchi is rich in vitamins. It is a good preventative measure for allergies as it improves your immune system.
