HAY FEVER: THESE VITAL MUSHROOMS HELP WITH POLLEN ALLERGY
Swollen eyes, a runny nose , irritated mucous membranes , and that annoying itching – hay fever can really spoil the beautiful spring season. And yet, we want to spend as much time outdoors as possible.
But there is a way to reduce or even eliminate hay fever symptoms . In this article, we'll show you how to support hay fever symptoms with mycotherapy, i.e., with the help of medicinal mushrooms.
What happens with hay fever ?
One in seven people in Germany is affected by hay fever . It often even leads to allergic asthma . But what exactly happens in the body when you have a pollen allergy ?
As soon as you, as an allergy sufferer, come into contact with pollen from trees, grasses , flowers or grains to which you are allergic , your immune system overreacts: It classifies the pollen as dangerous and releases histamine.
What are the symptoms of hay fever?
These typical symptoms are associated with a pollen allergy :
- Frequent sneezing
- Itching and burning in the eyes
- Watery eyes
- Itching and burning in the throat
- Runny nose (fluent nose)
- Blocked nose and irritated mucous membranes
- Allergic asthma
If you're wondering whether you have hay fever or a common cold-related runny nose, you can pay attention to your nasal discharge: With an allergy , the discharge from the nose is watery. Furthermore, hay fever usually manifests itself very severely and unexpectedly.
What does the gut have to do with a pollen allergy ?
Hay fever medications are often prescribed that simply suppress the immune system's reactions . This has no long-term effect, and without these medications , allergy sufferers will continue to suffer from the annoying symptoms .
The gut is the body's most important immune organ. Therefore, a regulating (rather than suppressing) treatment should always target the intestinal flora. And this is precisely where medicinal mushrooms for hay fever come into play:
Hay fever remedies : How does mycotherapy work?
What helps against hay fever? Mycotherapy, for example, has its origins in traditional Chinese herbal medicine (TCM). In this special form of treatment, hay fever symptoms are treated with medicinal mushrooms. Medicinal mushrooms are used for various illnesses both as a preventative measure and as a supportive or sole therapy. Pollen allergies can also be treated with these special mushrooms.
These medicinal mushrooms can provide relief from hay fever :
Reishi
There are now numerous scientific studies supporting the effectiveness of reishi in treating pollen allergy symptoms . With medium- to long-term use, allergic reactions can even disappear completely. Reishi reduces histamine release, has an anti-inflammatory effect on mucous membranes , and strengthens the bronchi.
Agaricus Blazei Murill
The beta-glucans in Agaricus blazei Murill have an immune-modulating effect. This ensures that the immune system doesn't overreact upon contact with flower pollen. It is therefore often used for hay fever and even asthma . It is particularly effective in combination with reishi.
Cordyceps
Cordyceps supports the lungs and is therefore ideal for treating allergic asthma . Its effects are also enhanced when combined with Reishi.
Hericium Erinaceus
Hericium erinaceus has a positive effect on the mucous membranes of the digestive organs, thus contributing to a healthy immune system. This is helpful in combating hay fever .
Other vital substances for pollen allergy
zinc
Zinc protects and regenerates mucous membranes . It also reduces histamine release, which is essential in allergic reactions .
Omega-3 fatty acids
The prostaglandins in omega-3 fatty acids reduce excessive inflammatory reactions. They are found in linseed and walnut oil, as well as fish and krill oil, among other foods.
YLUMI for hay fever
With ourPURIFY CAPSULES, you can provide natural relief from your hay fever . In addition to the medicinal mushroom Agaricus Blazei Murill, they also contain zinc and other essential vitamins and nutrients that support you with pollen allergies . We recommend starting to take them in winter to ensure you stay allergy-free in spring . This way, you'll also benefit from their immune-boosting effects. They can be taken long-term.
As already mentioned, Agaricus Blazei Murill works particularly well in combination with Reishi. Reishi is contained in our BEAUTY X HYALURON and SLEEP CAPSULES , as well as COCO BEAUTY SPARKLE , among others.
