Alleviating Sun Allergy Symptoms

Filed in archive Allergy Medications , Allergy: Diagnostics and Treatment , Sun Allergies on June 7, 2007

In relation to my previous post on sun allergies, here are some products mentioned in the same article I referred to, which may be used to relieve sun allergy symptoms:

Vitamin E accelerates wound healing and aids in the functioning of the immune system. Vitamin E can be taken internally or applied as a lotion to the affected areas of the skin.

Aloe Vera will help rejuvenate and tone skin all over. A naturally cooling gel, the Aloe Vera botanical ingredients work together to stimulate the blood circulation and naturally soften the skin.

Quercetin is a well-known flavonoid. Flavonoids are powerful antioxidants and can reduce inflammation boost the immune system and strengthen blood vessels and improve circulation. Quercitin is also known for its ability to block the release of histamines, thus reducing or preventing allergy symptoms.

I know some people who take quercetin for their allergies. Just bear in mind, though, that although such dietary supplements bear anti-allergy health claims on their labels, these are not regulated by the FDA. These claims may or may not be backed by scientific data, and even if they were, nobody has reviewed the validity of the studies.