16/02/2024
Seasonal Allergies - Diet
In general, allergies are caused by Cold and Damp, so we want to avoid EXCESS usage of foods that carry these energies:
• Cold drinks
• Raw vegetables and salads
• Dairy products
• Concentrated and refined sugars
• Fruits that cause dampness like citrus, bananas, and melons.
Combine cold foods with warm foods.
In addition, avoid eating 2-3 hours before bed, and stop eating when you’re 80% full to ease the energy strain on your body.
Foods that support your body in conquering allergies:
• Warming spices (ginger, cinnamon, cumin, small amounts of cayenne pepper)
• Foods that support the Liver in Spring (scallions, eggplant, broccoli, dandelion greens)
• Foods that support the Lungs in Fall (pears, almonds, chickpeas)
• Foods that strengthen the Spleen (mildly sweet foods like grains, squashes, and most fruits)
• Essiac Tea (so many benefits)