{"id":970,"date":"2016-09-09T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-09-09T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chirocure.com.au\/blog\/spring-back-into-health-hay-fever\/"},"modified":"2016-09-09T12:00:00","modified_gmt":"2016-09-09T12:00:00","slug":"spring-back-into-health-hay-fever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chirocure.com.au\/blog\/spring-back-into-health-hay-fever\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Back Into Health: Hay Fever"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-image wsite-image-border-none\" style=\"padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center\">\n<a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/assets\/images\/blog\/hay-fever.png\" alt=\"treating spring symptoms chirocure clinic chiropractic in melbourne\" style=\"width:auto;max-width:100%\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display:block;font-size:90%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wsite-content-title\" style=\"text-align:center;\"><font size=\"6\">What is Hay Fever?<\/font><\/h2>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-multicol\">\n<div class=\"wsite-multicol-table-wrap\" style=\"margin:0 -15px;\">\n<table class=\"wsite-multicol-table\">\n<tbody class=\"wsite-multicol-tbody\">\n<tr class=\"wsite-multicol-tr\">\n<td class=\"wsite-multicol-col\" style=\"width:50%; padding:0 15px;\">\n<div class=\"paragraph\">\n\u200bHay fever is the common name for a condition called allergic rhinitis, which means an allergy that affects the nose. Most people associate hay fever with spring, when airborne pollens from grasses are at their peak. However, hay fever can occur at any time of the year.<br \/>\n\u200b<br \/>\nYour nose acts as a filter. The tiny hairs and mucus that line the nasal passages trap dust, pollens and other microscopic particles. A person with hay fever is allergic to some of the particles that get trapped in the nose, such as pollen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>An allergic reaction means the immune system treats a harmless substance as if it is dangerous, and launches an \u2018attack\u2019. The nasal passages become inflamed and more mucus is produced.\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"wsite-multicol-col\" style=\"width:50%; padding:0 15px;\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-image wsite-image-border-none\" style=\"padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:right\">\n<a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/assets\/images\/blog\/triggers_orig.png\" alt=\"what causes pain - chirocure chiropractic treatment\" style=\"width:auto;max-width:100%\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display:block;font-size:90%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div style=\"height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<hr class=\"styled-hr\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div style=\"height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-multicol\">\n<div class=\"wsite-multicol-table-wrap\" style=\"margin:0 -15px;\">\n<table class=\"wsite-multicol-table\">\n<tbody class=\"wsite-multicol-tbody\">\n<tr class=\"wsite-multicol-tr\">\n<td class=\"wsite-multicol-col\" style=\"width:50%; padding:0 15px;\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-image wsite-image-border-none\" style=\"padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center\">\n<a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/assets\/images\/blog\/symptoms_orig.png\" alt=\"headaches and migraine treatments\" style=\"width:auto;max-width:100%\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display:block;font-size:90%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div style=\"height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<hr class=\"styled-hr\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div style=\"height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wsite-content-title\" style=\"text-align:center;\">Book a FREE Spinal Check with our Chiropractors Today!<\/h2>\n<div>\n<div id=\"277511452556147410\" align=\"center\" style=\"width: 100%; overflow-y: hidden;\" class=\"wcustomhtml\">\n<script id=\"timelyScript\" src=\"\/\/book.gettimely.com\/widget\/book-button-v1.3.js\">\n<\/script><script>\nnew timelyButton(\"chirocure\", {\"location\":\"23087\",\"category\":\"34057\",\"product\":\"155904:SV\",\"staff\":\"103318\"});\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div style=\"height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<hr class=\"styled-hr\" style=\"width:100%;\">\n<div style=\"height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wsite-content-title\">Supplements and Other Options to Treat Hay Fever<\/h2>\n<div class=\"paragraph\">\nIf it&#8217;s not possible to avoid your allergy triggers, supplements and other over the counter natural options can be helpful. Available options include nasal sprays, tablets and eye drops. Read labels carefully and take all supplements as directed.\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-image wsite-image-border-none\" style=\"padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center\">\n<a href=\"\/store\/c1\/Featured_Products.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/assets\/images\/blog\/tablets.png\" alt=\"Brauer Sinus Tablets Relief\" style=\"width:185;max-width:100%\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display:block;font-size:90%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"paragraph\">\n\u200b<strong>Sinus Tablets<\/strong>&nbsp;include ingredients such as Silica and Purple Pasque Flower that are traditionally used in homeopathic medicine to help relieve the symptoms of sinusitis and sinus pain.\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wsite-content-title\">Magnesium<\/h2>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-image wsite-image-border-none\" style=\"padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center\">\n<a href=\"\/store\/c1\/Featured_Products.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/assets\/images\/blog\/mg.png\" alt=\"fibroplex magnesium metagenics supplement\" style=\"width:145;max-width:100%\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display:block;font-size:90%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"paragraph\">\n\u200bMagnesium is an important mineral for improving immune function, and repairing the sinus passage that has been damaged. The mineral is excellent for&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.findhomeremedy.com\/home-remedies-for-nasal-congestion\/\"><strong>reducing the nasal congestion<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;<strong>by removing the excess mucus from the sinus passages<\/strong>&nbsp;and accelerate the healing process.<br \/>\n\u200b<br \/>\nMagnesium aids in fighting bacterial, viral and fungal infection and also lowers the chances of chronic sinusitis.&nbsp; Food sources for magnesium include pumpkin seed,&nbsp;black beans, sesame seed,&nbsp;squash&nbsp;seed, watermelon seeds, peanuts, wheat germ, oyster, broccoli, whole grain cereal, tofu and soy milk etc.\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-image wsite-image-border-none\" style=\"padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center\">\n<a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/assets\/images\/blog\/foods.png\" alt=\"Magnesium supplements chirocure clinic chiropractic\" style=\"width:253;max-width:100%\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display:block;font-size:90%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"wsite-multicol-col\" style=\"width:50%; padding:0 15px;\">\n<h2 class=\"wsite-content-title\">10 Steps to Prevent Hay Fever<\/h2>\n<div class=\"paragraph\">\nDetermine what it is that you are allergic to<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The first step in controlling hay fever is to find out what you are allergic to. Maybe you know, from years of hay fever symptoms, that it&#8217;s tree or grass pollen in the spring, or ragweed in the fall.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nPay attention to the pollen counts in your area<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There&#8217;s now a nationwide network that collects and broadcasts pollen and mold counts\u2014important information for people affected by these common allergens. Counts may be described as &#8220;absent,&#8221; &#8220;low,&#8221; &#8220;moderate,&#8221; &#8220;high,&#8221; or &#8220;very high,&#8221; and often are provided in weather forecasts. http:\/\/www.weatherzone.com.au\/pollen-index\/<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nStay indoors on bad pollen\/mold days<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When pollen counts are high, people with severe hay fever symptoms should stay indoors\u2014especially between 5 and 10 in the morning, when pollens are most prevalent. If possible, use an air conditioner, and keep the filters clean to avoid blowing allergens around. Avoid contact with pets that have been outdoors\u2014they can carry pollen inside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nShower after you go outdoors<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have hay fever triggered by outdoor allergens, it&#8217;s important to shower and wash your hair after spending time outside when the pollen count is high\u2014especially before going to bed. Showering helps remove pollen from your skin and hair and can help prevent a nighttime allergy attack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nAvoid smoke and other irritants<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Smoking\u2014as well as secondhand smoke and smoky environments\u2014insect sprays, fresh paint, and other households chemicals can worsen symptoms of hay fever for many people. If you have allergies, it may be helpful to avoid exposure to these pollutants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\u201cAllergy Proof\u201d your home<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There are many ways to limit allergens inside the house. Keep windows closed when pollen\/mold counts are high. Prevent mold in the kitchen, bathrooms and household plants. Remove some or all carpets and unnecessary furnishings like throw pillows. Use synthetic pillows and encase mattresses in allergy-free covers. Wash clothing often. Keep pets out of bedrooms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nMost air purifiers aren\u2019t helpful<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Studies show that air-purifying units have little effect on allergens. Small air cleaners cannot remove dust and pollen, and some types\u2014called electrostatic precipitators\u2014can pollute indoor air with ozone, aggravating allergy symptoms. The best type is the HEPA (high-efficiency particulate arresting) filter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nCheck your car\u2019s air conditions<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The AC system in your vehicle can help reduce your exposure to allergens, but it can also expose you to airborne spores within the unit that can trigger allergy symptoms. To minimize this problem, open the windows part way for 10 minutes after turning on the AC, don&#8217;t direct the vents toward your face, or look into having the unit specially treated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nGet help with outdoor tasks<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have hay fever, yard clean-up chores\u2014like raking leaves in the fall, planting in the spring, mowing in the summer or pruning trees and shrubs\u2014can trigger allergy symptoms. Consider asking for help from a family member, friend or neighbour\u2014or hiring the kid next door!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wsite-spacer\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wsite-content-title\" style=\"text-align:center;\">Book an Appointment to see our Chiropractors Today!<\/h2>\n<div style=\"text-align:center;\">\n<div style=\"height: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"height: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-multicol\">\n<div class=\"wsite-multicol-table-wrap\" style=\"margin:0 -15px;\">\n<table class=\"wsite-multicol-table\">\n<tbody class=\"wsite-multicol-tbody\">\n<tr class=\"wsite-multicol-tr\">\n<td class=\"wsite-multicol-col\" style=\"width:50%; padding:0 15px;\">\n<div class=\"wsite-spacer\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"wsite-multicol-col\" style=\"width:50%; padding:0 15px;\">\n<div class=\"wsite-spacer\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wsite-multicol\">\n<div class=\"wsite-multicol-table-wrap\" style=\"margin:0 -15px;\">\n<table class=\"wsite-multicol-table\">\n<tbody class=\"wsite-multicol-tbody\">\n<tr class=\"wsite-multicol-tr\">\n<td class=\"wsite-multicol-col\" style=\"width:50%; padding:0 15px;\">\n<div class=\"wsite-spacer\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"wsite-multicol-col\" style=\"width:50%; padding:0 15px;\">\n<div class=\"wsite-spacer\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Hay Fever? \u200bHay fever is the common name for a condition called allergic rhinitis, which means an allergy that affects the nose. Most people associate hay fever with spring, when airborne pollens from grasses are at their peak. However, hay fever can occur at any time of the year. \u200b Your nose acts [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-970","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorised"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":1100,"url":"https:\/\/chirocure.com.au\/blog\/quick-guide-to-acute-back-pain\/","url_meta":{"origin":970,"position":0},"title":"Quick Guide to Acute Back Pain","date":"23 July 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"Quick Guide to Acute Back Pain Back pain happens to almost everyone. Most often, it's caused by lifting heavy objects, slouching at work, or doing something wrong. 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