Mix 1/2 teaspoon raw honey and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder for a natural antihistamine*.
Turmeric contains curcumin, which has been clinically shown to inhibit mast cells from releasing histamine.
I have found that this remedy relieves symptoms of itchy nose and sneezing almost instantly. To make it more portable, I recommend finding a small mason jar or other reusable container. Simply fill the container half-full with turmeric powder and half-full with raw honey. Mix thoroughly and then take teaspoonfuls of the mixture as needed. Up to 6 teaspoons of this mixture may be taken daily.**
People often ask me if turmeric capsules are effective for allergies. I have found that, compared to the powder, capsules or tablets are not nearly as effective in providing quick relief from allergy symptoms. The reason for this difference is that when you take a powder it is easily accessible to the body, so you get a higher dose of active compounds at one time. With a tablet or capsule, your body has to break it down and the amount of active compounds that your body gets at any given time is dependent on your digestive strength (how long it takes your body to break down and then assimilate the nutrients).
*Turmeric should not be taken in medicinal doses by people who: are currently on blood thinning medications, are pregnant women, or have gallstones. Medicinal doses of turmeric should not be taken for more than 30 consecutive days.
**This post is educational and not intended to replace medical advice given by your physician.
Turmeric contains curcumin, which has been clinically shown to inhibit mast cells from releasing histamine.
I have found that this remedy relieves symptoms of itchy nose and sneezing almost instantly. To make it more portable, I recommend finding a small mason jar or other reusable container. Simply fill the container half-full with turmeric powder and half-full with raw honey. Mix thoroughly and then take teaspoonfuls of the mixture as needed. Up to 6 teaspoons of this mixture may be taken daily.**
People often ask me if turmeric capsules are effective for allergies. I have found that, compared to the powder, capsules or tablets are not nearly as effective in providing quick relief from allergy symptoms. The reason for this difference is that when you take a powder it is easily accessible to the body, so you get a higher dose of active compounds at one time. With a tablet or capsule, your body has to break it down and the amount of active compounds that your body gets at any given time is dependent on your digestive strength (how long it takes your body to break down and then assimilate the nutrients).
*Turmeric should not be taken in medicinal doses by people who: are currently on blood thinning medications, are pregnant women, or have gallstones. Medicinal doses of turmeric should not be taken for more than 30 consecutive days.
**This post is educational and not intended to replace medical advice given by your physician.