Hay fever healing

Hay fever affects 15 per cent of the population and experts believe global warming is leading to extended flowering and with it an increase in pollen levels, making the hay fever season last for longer each year. While antihistamines are widely used to help sufferers get through their daily lives, 60 per cent of respondents polled in a recent survey* admit they are concerned about having to rely on them during the hay fever season. And a further 72 per cent say they would prefer a natural alternative.

Why not consider Homeopathy

Homeopathy is a system of medicine which is based on treating the individual with highly diluted substances given mainly in tablet form which trigger the body’s natural system of healing. It has been successfully used for over 200 years and is considered to be safe and effective. A number of research trials into the use of homeopathic remedies to treat hay fever have shown a significant improvement in hay fever symptoms and homeopathy does not cause side-effects often associated with conventional treatments, such as drowsiness and a dry mouth. Homeopathic remedies can not only help to tackle hay fever symptoms when they happen, but can be used to aid the body’s own system of healing.

Which remedies can work for you? Try our interactive hay fever Q&A to find out

Simply select the most prominent hay fever symptoms you suffer from below and we will determine the homeopathic remedies most suited to help you!

• for those of you with multiple symptoms – you can safely combine individual homeopathic remedies to target a range of symptoms
• some specific remedies are advised for more than one symptom
• if you experience any unusual or unexpected symptoms, always consult your doctor

Homeopathic remedies are widely available and can be found in many good pharmacies and health food stores including Nelsons Homeopathic Pharmacy www.nelsonshomeopathy.com

This guidance is not recommended as a substitute to advice from a qualified and registered homeopath or homeopathic doctor but a reference to help in the treatment of hay fever. If any symptoms persist you should always consult a qualified doctor. Homeopathy can be used in conjunction with conventional medicine but it's important that both your homeopathic practitioner and conventional doctor are aware of any drugs and remedies you are taking.

More information about Homeopathy…

For more information about homeopathy and how it can maintain good health, feel free to take a look around this site.

Each year Homeopathy Awareness Week runs between the 14 - 21 June and this year’s focus is hay fever. Nelsons Pharmacy in Mayfair London will be hosting a series of activities during the week to raise awareness of the benefits of homeopathy. Event details for 2009 are to be confirmed but if you would like to sign up for an email alert on the week’s activities please click here.
* One Poll survey of 3,373 respondents – January 2009