Could Bee Pollen Cure Your Allergies?

Many of us suffer from seasonal allergies. We constantly strive to survive without a packet of tissues in hand with over-the-counter medicines that can leave you feeling groggy and tired.

Natural remedies may be the solution for your allergies.

Many people find dairy can trigger their allergies and, and by eliminating that from your diet, it can reduce your flare ups. Adding superfoods to your diet like Bee Pollen can also be a huge benefit.

Many people are unsure what bee pollen is, how to take it or if it will help their allergies!!!

Fear not, we have you sorted with all you need to know here!

What is Bee Pollen?

It's actually a food. Bees go from flower to flower collecting pollen to bring back to the hive where they create the granules. No bees are harmed in the process of collecting bee pollen from the hives. High in protein, as well as other antioxidants and vitamins, it is one of nature’s perfect superfoods.

How does Bee Pollen help allergies?

An allergy happens when your body develops an immune response to an allergen, creating antibodies. These antibodies then activate certain receptors on your cells to release histamine, resulting in an allergic reaction (puffy eyes, runny nose, etc).

Bee pollen actually reduces histamine, which is the same target over -the-counter medications act upon. It can be effective for a wide range of respiratory diseases, ranging from asthma to chronic sinus infections.

How to eat Bee Pollen?

Start gradually (½ tsp.) a day and work your way up to 1-2 tablespoons by the end of four weeks.

Many perfer to take a spoonful with breakfast or add it to morning smoothiea.

It's best to take with food, especially fruit. The fruit fibers will activate the pollen faster and cleanse your colon simultaneously. Gut and immune health are closely linked in regards to severity of allergies.

If you think you might have a sensitivity to pollen or a history of hay fever, try this simple test. Place a few granules in your mouth and wait 2 minutes. If you experience no symptoms (watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing), chew slowly and swallow. Wait another 24 hours and monitor your body for any symptoms. If you don't experience any, gradually increase as stated above.

When should I take it?

If you have spring allergies, start now! If you have autumn allergies, start late June to give your body time to build up an immune response.

Important note: If you have a history of anaphylactic shock or highly allergic to bee stings, it’s best to avoid bee pollen. If you're pregnant, breast-feeding, or on blood thinners, please check with your doctor before consuming.