Cold And Allergy - Build Your Immune System?

By Author: Vijay Koragappa Shetty
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Cough, congestion, running nose, headache and phlegm accumulation is common in winter seasons. Some people suffer from these symptoms even during off winter season. Such symptoms may have been a result of some allergy caused by different viruses in the air. It is these virus which attacks the immune system leading to cold allergies. Best advice from the doctors would be to build your immune system strong. Keep those bad viruses at bay. This will not only keep you fit but also help you avoid unnecessary use of medications, such as antibiotics, decongestant and any unnecessary contact with hospitals and medical facilities.

Common symptoms that people experience during winter seasons:

Sneezing which is contagious
Cough which is contagious
Congestion
Headache
Running nose - may be clear, green, yellow or white

Herbal tea such as green tea is popularly used in China and among other western countries. It is not only good for your skin but also improves immunity and keeps allergies away from your life. Similarly inner bark of the purple lapacho tree, P'au D'Arco tea have properties which ...
... are anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal thus help fight infection and allergy causing bacteria. Consumption of a gooseberry every day or tulsi leaf (Holy Basil Supplements) has proved to boost your immune system. Tulsi is also helpful for skin burns and improves memory if it is eaten on a daily basis. It has been a main ingredient in ayurvedic medicine and has been in the top ranked medicinal herb list. Eating a Camphor every month, can also help build your immune system. Camphor can be consumed along with a plantain or can be swallowed directly. Your body releases chemicals known as histamine, just as it does when fighting a cold. This can cause swelling in your nasal passages, a runny nose, coughing and sneezing. When your immune system is exposed to an allergen for the first time, you may not always have a reaction. Soon after that initial exposure, your body may begin to produce histamines when you face the allergen again. These histamines are what cause the symptoms of allergies. If you build your immune system you can fight against all these problems.

Prevent substance to which you are allergic to known as allergens
Dust mites
Pollen
Cockroaches
Mold
Animal dander

In addition to the herbs, drinking purified water and washing your hands before eating anything is mandatory to keep your self away from bacterial infection. Develop good habits and see how things work out for you.

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