Seasonal allergies such as hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, are common and becoming increasingly so, both in the UK and across the globe.
A recent study by Allergy UK revealed that 49% of the UK population have had symptoms of hay fever with it officially affecting between 10-15% of children and 26% of adults.
It may appear to some to be just an inconvenience with the need for extra tissues or antihistamines but hay fever can be debilitating and can also have a knock-on effect on other aspects of health.
Up to 57% of adult patients and 88% of children with allergic rhinitis have sleep problems, including micro-arousals, leading to daytime fatigue, somnolence, and decreased cognitive function.
As we begin to enter the spring and summer, it is an important time to consider interventions that may support a healthier response to allergens. This blog looks at the response of the body when exposed to allergens, how the immune system is affected and the influence that histamine plays as well as looking at natural interventions to help individuals before and during the hay fever season.
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Last updated on 13th March 2024 by cytoffice
