Springtime Relief: Irish Remedies for Hay Fever Sufferers

By MAIREAD O’KEEFFE New Leaf Health Store

As trees blossom and early grasses and flowers come into bloom, many people start to feel the familiar symptoms of hay fever. Itchy eyes, blocked sinuses, and relentless sneezing can turn a beautiful season into an uncomfortable one. Luckily, there are some fantastic Irish products available to help ease these symptoms naturally.

One standout option is Somega Quercetin, a tasty and effective supplement suitable for all ages. Quercetin is a powerful polyphenol found naturally in fruit, vegetables, herbs, coffee, green tea, and even wine. Foods such as apples (4mg per 100g), blueberries (11mg), chili

pepper (30mg), and red onions (45mg) contain quercetin, but getting a therapeutic dose from diet alone would be challenging.

That’s where Somega’s liposomal formulation comes in—it provides 500mg of quercetin per 15ml serving, making it far more accessible and bioavailable than relying on food sources. To put it into perspective, you’d need to eat 12.5kg of apples, 4kg of blueberries, or 1kg of red onions to match just one serving! Quercetin has natural anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antihistamine properties, helping to ease hay fever by reducing histamine release. Plus, the added vitamin C supports the immune system and may further lower histamine levels.

Another great natural remedy is Dr Clare Apothecary’s Allertone Tincture, a carefully crafted herbal blend designed to provide relief from seasonal allergies. It contains bladderwrack, nettle leaf, dandelion root, chamomile, cornflower, marshmallow leaf, elderflowers, and eyebright, all known for their soothing and anti-inflammatory effects. Whether you’re dealing with nasal congestion, throat discomfort, or general allergy symptoms, Allertone Tincture offers a gentle, natural solution.

With these excellent Irish products, you can breathe a little easier and enjoy the beauty of spring without the sneezing!