This is my worst time of year for allergies. Between the end of August and the middle of November, I suffer from symptoms of ragweed allergies. It is worse than pollen for me. I get intense sinus clogging and headaches, with heavy pressure behind my eyes and the top of my forhead.
Well, a new study from the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology shows that the B vitamin may keep allergic reactions in check and ease the severity of symptoms. When reviewing the records of 8000 people , the researchers discovered that those with highter levels of folate, a form of Vitamin B, had fewer allergy symptoms and had a lower risk of asthma and wheezing.
The study also conveyed that folic acid may dampen airway inflammation as well as regulating the allergic response to such allergens. To get the recommended balance (400mcg per day), increase your folate intake by making folate-rich food choices found in broccoli, asparagus, black-eyed peas, oranges, kidney beans, collard greens, spinach, avocado and lentils. Eat plenty of omega-3 fatty acid foods also, like walnuts, fresh fruit,
vegetables and fish. All these nutritious foods help ease up on allergies.