I have been waiting for Spring to arrive. After a long winter I need some warm sunny days. But, not everyone is able to look forward to Spring. Many people will suffer greatly from seasonal allergies. There is no cure for seasonal allergies, but eating a healthy diet and avoiding certain foods can help ease some of the symptoms and help you breathe a bit easier as we enter into pollen season.
As usual the best thing you can do to feel healthier is to eliminate or at least cut back on deep fried foods, refined foods, fatty meats and cheeses, and milk. All of these foods are associated with inflammation which can make breathing difficult. Some foods, even though they are healthy in general, will increase mucous production causing that annoying runny nose and maybe even a sinus infection. Foods that increase mucous production in the body include cabbage, potatoes, bananas, corn, and all dairy products. If you are suffering from a respiratory disease or infection, or seasonal allergies, it is probably best to leave these foods out of your diet for awhile.
The best offense for fighting off a respiratory problem is to eat a diet extremely high in antioxidants. Antioxidants are found in a variety of organic fruits and vegetables, particularly in berries, citrus, dark leafy greens, tomatoes, and broccoli. There are also some foods known to reduce mucous production including salmon, nuts, seeds, garlic, parsley, horseradish, and lemon. Eating a generally healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats will boost your immunity and help protect your overall health including your respiratory health.
So, don't be afraid to get out and enjoy the weather we've all been waiting for and take comfort in knowing that when it comes to your body functioning properly (or at least a little bit better) you are in control!
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