Millions of people around the world suffer from allergies and if you are one of them, you know what it is to suffer. Sneezing, headaches, puffy and watery eyes, runny nose,... moreMillions of people around the world suffer from allergies and if you are one of them, you know what it is to suffer. Sneezing, headaches, puffy and watery eyes, runny nose, congestion, sinus pressure, and digestive problems - all of these symptoms can become almost unbearable. There are certain medications that can be taken, but natural antihistamines can also be used to alleviate or even prevent allergy-related symptoms.
Let's take a first look at what antihistamines are and how they can help alleviate allergy-related symptoms. Later we will share antihistamine foods and supplements.
What are antihistamines?
Histamine is a substance that is released by the body during an allergic reaction. Mast cells, which are a type of white blood cell, release histamine, and this triggers a process that is more commonly known as an "immune inflammatory reaction."
The inflammatory process is easily recognized by swollen eyes, a red nose, inflammation of the intestines, or hives on your body. Antihistamines block... less