Spring is in the air! But so is pollen, dust, and other allergens that can make life miserable. If you’re tired of constantly fighting the battle of congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes, and that horrible foggy feeling, you’re not alone. Every year, countless people brace themselves for allergy season. They rely on antihistamines and other medications that often come with drowsiness and other unpleasant side effects. What if there was both a natural and effective way to ease your allergy symptoms? Acupuncture provides a proven, natural way to support immune function, reduce inflammation, and restores clear breathing without the need for medications. 

What are the symptoms of seasonal allergies?

Some common allergy symptoms include:

• Sneezing
• Congestion
• Itchy, watery eyes
• Post nasal drip
• Coughing
• Runny nose (clear mucus)
• Itchy and/or scratchy throat
• Sinus Pressure
• Headaches
• Fatigue
• Shortness of breath/wheezing (in individuals with asthma)

Symptoms worsen when you are spending time outdoors during pollen seasons (spring, summer, and fall)

How can acupuncture help relieve my seasonal allergies?

Acupuncture offers a natural and effective way to ease symptoms you are experiencing by addressing the root cause. What is the root cause? An overactive immune response. 

When taking allergy medication, such as antihistamines, you are masking the symptoms. With acupuncture, it helps regulate the body’s immune function, reduce inflammation, and improve respiratory health.

Here’s how acupuncture works with addressing symptoms: 

• Regulates the Immune System: Seasonal allergies occur when the immune system mistakenly perceives harmless allergens, such as pollen, as threats which leads to an overproduction of histamine in the body. Acupuncture helps regulate this response, reducing hypersensitivity and prevents overreactions. 
• Improves Drainage & Circulation: Acupuncture helps to enhance lymphatic drainage and blood flow. This helps to flush out allergens and toxins in the body. This reduces mucus buildup, puffiness around the eyes, and postnasal drip.
• Reduces Congestion & Inflammation: When stimulating certain acupoints the body releases anti-inflammatory chemicals. This helps to open nasal passages, clear congestion, and open nasal passages. The benefits include alleviating headaches, facial pain stemming from sinus inflammation, and making breathing easier. 
• Strengthens the Body & Relieves Stress: Stress can actually worsen allergy symptoms by weakening the immune system and increasing inflammation. Acupuncture helps to promote relaxation, balances the nervous system, and supports overall wellbeing. This helps the body cope better with allergens. 
• Offers Lasting Relief Without Side Effects: Unlike allergy medications, which can cause drowsiness, dizziness, or dependency, acupuncture provides a natural, drug-free solution. By addressing the underlying imbalances rather than just suppressing symptoms, acupuncture can offer long-term relief and even reduce the severity of allergies over time. Many patients find that with consistent treatments, their reliance on medications decreases, and they experience fewer seasonal flare-ups.

As spring unfolds with vibrant blooms and warmer days, many struggle with the unwelcome return of seasonal allergies. Watery eyes, persistent sneezing, and nasal congestion can make it hard to fully enjoy the fresh energy of the season. If you’re looking for a holistic approach to managing your allergies, acupuncture can help your body adapt and respond more effectively to environmental triggers, providing relief and improving your overall quality of life. By helping to regulate the body’s immune response and reduce inflammation, acupuncture eases allergy symptoms. This spring, instead of letting allergies keep you indoors, explore how acupuncture can help you breathe easier and embrace the season with greater comfort and vitality.

Tired of battling seasonal allergies? Struggling with congestion, sneezing, or itchy eyes? Acupuncture may offer natural relief by supporting your immune system and reducing allergy symptoms. Call Westbury Acupuncture today to schedule a complimentary consultation with our licensed practitioner, Jae Won Kim, and discover how we can help you breathe easier and enjoy the season to the fullest! Don’t let allergies hold you back—take the first step toward lasting wellness today!