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“All disease begins in the gut.” -Hippocrates
Spring may be sunny and glorious, but the reality for many is quite different – it marks the start of hay fever season.
The sniffles, itchy eyes, blocked noses and generally feeling under the weather are all signs
Chicken Bone Broth
Bone broth is one of the most healing foods you can con- sume, including popular chicken bone broth. Rich in nutrients like gelatin and glycine, it helps to protect and heal your gut lining, skin and digestive tract.
Try this easy-to-make healing recipe for your digestive sys- tem and more today.
4 pounds chicken necks/ feet/wings
3 carrots, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
2 medium onions, peel on, sliced in half lengthwise and quartered
4 garlic cloves, peel on and smashed
1 teaspoon Himalayan salt
1 teaspoon whole pepper- corns
3 tablespoon ACV
2 bay leaves
3 sprigs fresh thyme
5-6 sprigs parsley
1 teaspoon oregano
18-20 cups cold water
Preparation: Place all ingredients in a 10 quart capac- ity crock-pot.
Add in water.
Simmer for 24-48 hours, skimming fat occasionally.
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Discard solids and strain remainder in a bowl through a colander. Let stock cool to room temperature, cover and chill.
Use within a week or freeze up to 3 months.
you’re suffering.
Instead of reaching for hay fever helpers like tablets and sprays, there’s some all-nat-
ural ways you can try to beat hay fever and those annoying symptoms that come with it. We have to understand that pollen does have a vital purpose – it’s the reproductive tool for many plants. In an allergic person, whose immune system is programmed to identify the pollen as a foreign substance, that’s bad news.
Here is a recipe and single foods you should consider eating to help build your immune system.
Here are the best simple foods to battle the dreaded spring sniffles:
Onions
Onions are packed full of quercetin, a natural antihistamine and anti-in- flammatory, making them perfect for battling hay fever symptoms.
Try to eat them while they’re as fresh as possible, as they can lose a quar- ter of their quercetin content after being stored for a week or more.
Slice fresh onions on your burgers and beans.
Both flax and chia seeds are a fantastic source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is the plant version of omega-3. They’re also packed full of protein, so sprinkle them liberally to enjoy a wealth of incredible benefits.
Thanks again to a high quercetin content. Eat them regularly to get greater protection against allergies and even asthma.
Make sure to eat the peel, as that’s where most of these amazing nutrients are stored.
Make an apple salad with raisins and vinaigrette instead of mayo.
Researchers have found that 500 mg of vitamin C a day can help to ease al- lergy symptoms.
One cup of raw broccoli packs about 80 mg, making it an ideal step in re- lieving allergies. This versatile green veg is also a member of the cruciferous family, which has been proven to clear blocked-up sinuses.
Eat as raw as possible in salad, or lightly steam. Do not overcook.
Tomatoes are bursting with vitamin C, with studies proving they’re great for boosting the immune system, producing a natural antihistamine and building a tolerance against respiratory issues. Indulge in these either whole or in a sauce, and you’ll also be consuming plenty of lycopene, an antioxidant compound.
Make spaghetti with ripe tomatoes, instead of store bought sauce.
Fancy a sweet treat? Pineapple happens to contain an enzyme called brome- lain – this has been shown to reduce irritation in allergic diseases.
Blend and make pineapple water to hydrate and protect.
Seeds
Apples
Broccoli
Tomatoes
Pineapple
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