Natural Allergy Remedies for Kids

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Natural Allergy Remedies for Kids Every Parent Should Try

No parent likes to see their child suffer from something they can’t control. This is especially true when it comes to allergies! The constant sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion can cause your child to miss out on the fun of being a kid. 

With allergy season in full swing, check out these natural allergy remedies for kids so you can treat your child’s allergies naturally and effectively. 

Clean, Clean, Clean

One of the best ways to treat seasonal, perennial or pet allergies is to avoid your child’s allergy triggers altogether. Thoroughly cleaning your home on a regular basis can eliminate the presence of allergens, protecting them from potential triggers.

Follow these simple steps to clean your home for allergens: 

  • Clean out air filters and vents often
  • Vacuum and dust surfaces weekly
  • Use a damp cloth or mop to trap and collect dust particles
  • Change pillowcases a few times a week

If you're cleaning while your kids are home, it may be a good idea to have them wear a mask to prevent allergy symptoms from flaring up. Also, remember to avoid using strongly scented cleaners that can irritate your child’s lungs even further. 

Consider investing in an air purifier to help eliminate airborne allergens like dust and mold. This will help control allergens in between cleanings and give you one less thing to worry about as a parent.

Essential Oils 

The use of these essential oils can help you boost your child’s immune system and fight inflammation due to allergies as well. Oils can be put in an essential oil diffuser or in your child’s bath. Quite a few essential oils are known to be natural allergy remedies for kids, including:

  • Lavender
  • Peppermint 
  • Basil 
  • Lemon
  • Eucalyptus 
  • Tea tree oil

Combining these essential oils to create an allergy blend can help your child combat allergy symptoms. Some common essential oil recipes for allergies include equal parts of Lavender, Lemon, and Peppermint oils. You can also try a mix of Peppermint, Lemon, and Eucalyptus for a soothing nighttime blend. 

If your child is sensitive to chemicals, be sure to talk with their Pediatrician to check that the essential oils you’re using are safe and non-irritating. 

Nasal Irrigation 

Nasal irrigation is a process used to clear out the nasal passages to get rid of mucus that can cause congestion. To do this, simply flush a saltwater solution through your child’s nasal passages with a neti pot or bulb syringe. This can be done regularly as a preventative treatment for your child, even when allergy symptoms aren’t present. 

How to Clear Your Child’s Nasal Passages

First, make sure that the water used is distilled or filtered. Otherwise chemicals or pollutants in tap water can irritate your child’s nasal passage. If you don’t have distilled or filtered water on hand, you can boil water and let it cool completely before using it.

Next, have your child tilt their head over a sink or shower to avoid water from spilling. Gently squeeze the saltwater solution in one nostril and allow it to come out of the other nostril to clear out the nasal passage. During this process, have your child breathe through their mouth to ensure the solution drains out of the nostril. Repeat on the opposite side.  

Once finished, have your child blow their nose to clear out any remaining mucus. This should help your child breathe better almost immediately. 

Steam Inhalation

Inhaling steam is another popular and efficient allergy remedy for kids. Inhaling steam can relieve the swollen blood vessels in your child’s nasal passages due to allergens and other irritants. 

Have your child safely inhale steam by boiling a few quarts of water and letting your child place their head a safe distance over the hot water. Then, place a towel over their head to keep the steam trapped. 

If you have younger children that need to clear their stuffy nose, have them sit in a hot shower instead. 

Herbal Remedies 

When preparing meals or snacks for your child, keep the following herbs in mind to use as natural allergy remedies for kids. Keep in mind, you may need to get creative with how to get picky children to consume some of these as they can be pungent.

  • Stinging nettle is an herb used in natural medicine that acts as an antihistamine, or a natural allergy medication. 
  • Quercetin has a similar effect and is naturally found in onions and apples. 
  • Garlic not only contains high levels of quercetin, but it also has anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Butterbur is another herb that is commonly used to naturally treat hay fever symptoms. It’s said to be just as effective as antihistamine medicines. Look for butterbur in stored labeled as an extract called “Ze 339”.

Local Honey

Local honey is an excellent natural form of immunotherapy for allergy sufferers of all ages. When farmed locally, honey contains traces of pollen found in your area. 

Start by giving your child a tablespoon of local honey daily. When your child ingests the honey, their immune system is introduced to local allergens and will start to desensitize to the allergens over time. 

Apple Cider Vinegar 

Apple cider vinegar is known for many types of benefits, but most parents don’t know how it can help strengthen your child’s immune system and reduce mucus production naturally. Plus, it can also help reduce inflammation that occurs as a reaction to an allergen. 

Your child will need to drink a daily concoction of one or two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with room-temperature water. If your child doesn’t like the flavor, use local honey to tone down the acidity and add even more health benefits. 

Exercise 

Exercising is probably the last thing your child wants to do when their allergies are in full swing. 

However, exercising actually helps reduce inflammation in your nasal passages. Your child will need at least 30 minutes of physical activity to naturally relieve allergy symptoms. This increase in circulation and body temperature can clear sinus pressure, making it easier for them to breathe. 

Hydration 

Staying properly hydrated is especially important during allergy season. Make sure that your child is flushing allergens from their body by drinking plenty of water throughout the day. 

The recommended amount of water for children depends on their age.

  • Children between 5 and 8 years old should drink 5 glasses of water per day.
  • Children between 9 and 12 years old should drink 7 glasses of water per day.
  • Children 13 and older should drink 8-10 glasses of water per day.

ShotFree Allergy: A More Natural Allergy Solution For Kids

While DIY remedies may temporarily do the trick, our transdermal allergy cream is unique in that it introduces your body to allergens in the most natural way — through your skin! If you’ve tried the above methods and your child’s allergies aren’t improving, we invite you to try our natural allergy solution

Traditional allergy treatments, such as shots and drops, are not well-tolerated by kids. Our TdIT allergy cream is easy to use by parents and children alike, and can be applied in the comfort of your own home.

The allergy cream is applied directly onto your child’s forearm, and in just 15 minutes is absorbed into their lymphatic system, which is where the immune system lives. Over time, the cream desensitizes your child’s immune system to the allergens it once thought were harmful, all the while reducing their allergy symptoms.

Think our allergy cream can help treat your child’s allergies? Set up an appointment to talk to one of our providers about how your child can live allergy and shot-free!

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