Allergy: Can herbs help?

There are several herbs which are used for treating allergies and form part of many home remedies used for treating various types of allergies all over the world. They are used extensively as they are very unlikely to have any major side effects and are completely natural. This makes them an ideal choice for curing allergies but they are not as popular as other drugs because they take longer to show significant effects. Their use needs to be popularized because they are completely safe, natural and inexpensive at the same time. Some of the popular and very common herbs used in the cure of allergies are given as follows:

• Stinging nettle: it does not make you feel drowsy unlike the other antihistamines which are available over the counter. It is available in many vitamin and natural food stores.
• If the inflammation is on the skin and there are other symptoms like swelling and itching then you can use a paste of lime juice and sandalwood and apply it on the affected area for quick relief.
• Castor oil mixed with some fruit or vegetable juice helps cure allergies.
• A solution of cider vinegar in water is very helpful in curing allergies.