When spring arrives, allergy season is not far behind!
As winter slowly says goodbye, the world starts to bloom again. Spring brings us warmer temperatures, and nature awakens from its winter slumber. Birds are chirping, flowers and shrubs are blooming, and we spend more time outdoors. "One person's joy is another's sorrow" could not be more fitting here. For many, it's not just a new season but also the time for seasonal allergies. Around 20 to 30 percent of all people suffer from the so-called early bloomer allergy. This manifests in symptoms such as a runny nose, watery eyes, or respiratory irritations. Symptoms of pollen allergies usually appear in February or March. Especially hazel, alder, and birch pollen are in the air at the beginning of the year. However, many people do not only suffer from early bloomer allergies. They are often sensitive to grass pollen, which mainly occurs in the late summer or autumn months. In addition to the symptoms mentioned, many sufferers also experience sleep disturbances and reduced performance.
Why do some people suffer from allergies?
The number of people developing allergies is steadily increasing. This cannot be attributed solely to genetic reasons. External factors such as climate change or environmental pollution also play an increasingly significant role. Due to climate change and the global rise in temperatures, pollen flight not only starts earlier but also lasts longer. Why only some people suffer from allergies is still not fully understood. Predisposition and epigenetics play a role.
What is an allergy?
An allergy is an exaggerated immune reaction. Harmless substances like pollen, food, or animal hair are perceived by the body as harmful. The body starts to fight these substances and reacts by producing an excessive amount of antibodies and releasing histamine. Due to the high number of antibodies, even the smallest amounts of the respective allergens trigger allergic reactions.
What can be done about an allergy?
One way is to strengthen your own immune system. Especially children should have regular contact with nature, "dirt," or animal hair in the interest of prevention and should not be subjected to excessive hygiene. If you already notice symptoms of an allergy, they should not be ignored or taken lightly. Therefore, the first point of contact should be a doctor's office. Typically, medications such as antihistamines are prescribed for early spring allergies.
However, since many affected individuals struggle with side effects such as fatigue or increased irritability, there are other alternatives. A welcome alternative for many, for example, is high-dose vitamin C. Vitamin C helps as an effective antioxidant to protect cells from damage and reduces the severity of allergic reactions. It can thus slow down the immune system's overreaction to allergens by reducing the body's histamine production.
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