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  • Natural or Synthetic Antihistamines?

    Natural or Synthetic Antihistamines?

    June 6, 2025
    Managing Histamine/Allergies

    Natural antihistamines might be a better option than synthetic ones because synthetic ones are not suitable for long-term use, they become less effective or stop working, they can make you drowsy especially when a higher dose is taken, and in rare cases they can cause liver damage over time. Natural antihistamines have anti-inflammatory properties and…

  • How To Heal Thyroid and Lower Histamine with Anti-inflammatory diet

    How To Heal Thyroid and Lower Histamine with Anti-inflammatory diet

    June 6, 2025
    Managing Histamine/Allergies, Thyroid Health

    Histamine plays a key role in your body’s inflammatory response.I have learnt that my allergies/intolerances (and those of other people) get much worse when eating inflammatory foods such as dairy, gluten and sugar/simple carbs. The moment I touch cheese, I get itchy skin, brain fog, fatigue and bloating, and my histamine levels are high. The…

  • Combat Histamine Insomnia

    Combat Histamine Insomnia

    June 6, 2025
    Managing Histamine/Allergies

    Histamine has been shown to play a role in the regulation of circadian rhythm and to act as a neurotransmitter. High levels of histamine in the body can lead to neurological disorders such as sleep disturbances and are more commonly associated with chronic or acute HIT. Trouble falling asleep, insomnia, frequent waking, superficial sleep, nightmares…

  • Why Women Are Choosing the Internet Over Doctors for Trusted Health Advice

    Why Women Are Choosing the Internet Over Doctors for Trusted Health Advice

    June 6, 2025
    Hormone Health, Thyroid Health, Uncategorized

    Please note, this article is not suggesting anyone avoid doctors. But increasingly, many women today feel that turning to the internet for health advice offers more support and answers than traditional medical consultations. A common experience shared by women across social media is feeling dismissed or unheard by doctors, especially when dealing with complex conditions…

  • Benefits of Psyllium Husk Fibre: A Game-Changer for Digestive Health and Histamine Intolerance

    Benefits of Psyllium Husk Fibre: A Game-Changer for Digestive Health and Histamine Intolerance

    June 6, 2025
    Managing Histamine/Allergies, Uncategorized

    I’ve been finding psyllium husk fibre very helpful for managing my histamine and food intolerance symptoms, particularly because it slows down the absorption of food. Its great for digestion, and especially noticeable if you suffer with IBS like so many of us do. What’s also valuable is how psyllium husk works to bind mycotoxins if…

  • Allergy, Intolerance and Sensitivity: How to Tell the Difference

    Allergy, Intolerance and Sensitivity: How to Tell the Difference

    June 6, 2025
    Managing Histamine/Allergies

    Do you react to food? In this article, you will learn the difference between allergies, intolerances and sensitivities and how to deal with them. Food allergiesAllergies are excessive reactions of the immune system to commonly occurring substances in the environment, such as pollen, certain foods, medicines, dust mites and others. The immune system evaluates these…

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Natural antihistamines might be a better option than synthetic ones because synthetic ones are not suitable for long-term use, they become less effective or stop working, they can make you drowsy especially when a higher dose is taken, and in rare cases they can cause liver damage over time. Natural antihistamines have anti-inflammatory properties and many other health benefits that synthetic antihistamines don’t have. Let’s explore the most common ones:

  1. Black cumin seeds, which I sprinkle over food or add to a protein shake. It is scientifically proven that they stop histamine release and lower inflammation. One study found that Nigella sativa (black cumin) seed extract alleviates symptoms of allergic diarrhoea in mice and might be a promising candidate for nutritional interventions in humans suffering from food allergies.
  2. Ginger is an Asian herb that helps reduce the release of histamine and boosts the immune system, which further reduces allergy symptoms. You can use it in meals, stews and soups, or chop it into slices, cook them in water for about 20 minutes and keep the water in the fridge. You could also try making ginger sweets.
  3. Spirulina is a type of algae that grows in fresh or salt water. It is available as a supplement in tablet or powder form. I prefer tablets to avoid unnecessary fillers. I found that the best time to take it is in the morning, as it can cause insomnia if taken later on. It gives me the energy and strength I need for a good workout. There is also a study in which spirulina was compared to Cetirizine. The results state: ‘Spirulina is more effective than Cetirizine in improving the cardinal symptoms of patients with AR (Allergic Rhinitis). Furthermore, spirulina can be considered an alternative treatment for patients with AR.’ It’s also packed with minerals, nutrients and protein.
  4. Water. Yes, you read that right: drinking a big glass of pure water before eating at a restaurant or consuming high-histamine foods such as chicken or fish significantly reduces the symptoms.

There was a study where they compared effects of ginger with Loratadine. The stats results states : “The ginger extract is as good as loratadine in improving nasal symptoms and quality of life in AR patients. However, ginger extract caused less side effects especially, drowsiness, fatigue, dizziness and constipation. Therefore, the ginger extract could be used as alternative treatment for patients with AR”.

How is your experience with natural antihistamines?

Resource:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3387213/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7171779/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7416373/

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