Pollen allergies can be very bothersome, but natural remedies can ease the discomfort they cause.
First of all, black seed will be very beneficial due to its antihistamine properties. Its oil can be used as a nasal spray, and black seed powder can be taken in capsules. Black seed helps soothe irritation and congestion of the mucous membranes. The course can last up to three months.
In addition, for faster relief, a 45-day course of quercetin, an antihistamine antioxidant, is recommended.
Nettle leaves, taken as an herbal tea or in capsules, are also very beneficial. Indeed, nettle contains a substance that acts in a way similar to an antihistamine.
Finally, the pharmacy of the hive, full of benefits—particularly through immune-boosting honey or propolis—will be of great help for these allergies.
What the science says: propolis, royal jelly and bee products, allergies, black seed (Nigella sativa)
What published research says about the remedies mentioned above, for informational purposes — studies address material causes, while healing belongs to Allah.
Propolis, royal jelly and bee products
Propolis, a resin gathered by bees, shows healing effects confirmed by a meta-analysis on skin wounds (Arch Dermatol Res, 2023) and value for oral health (J Funct Biomater, 2024). Like honey, these products are part of the apitherapy the professor recommends to support immunity. Precaution: possible allergy to bee products (especially propolis and bee pollen) — start with small amounts; bee venom should only be used with a trained professional.
Allergies
Saline nasal rinses, reducing allergens (dust mites, dust) and certain nutrients (quercetin, omega-3, vitamin D) reduce allergy symptoms; plants used in traditional medicine have been reviewed (Ther Clin Risk Manag, 2023) and black seed is being studied for its antiallergic action (Int J Mol Sci, 2024). Precaution: an allergic reaction causing facial swelling, difficulty breathing or a feeling of faintness is an emergency; asthma should be treated with your doctor, with natural remedies added alongside.
Black seed (habba sawda)
The prophetic remedy par excellence, black seed is today one of the most studied plants: recent reviews detail its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and immunomodulatory properties, largely driven by thymoquinone (Int J Mol Sci, 2024) (Asian Pac J Trop Biomed, 2013). Its effects on vascular inflammation have been the subject of a dedicated review (Front Pharmacol, 2021) and its action on immunity is documented (Int Immunopharmacol, 2015). Precaution: black seed oil is potent; at high doses it can lower blood sugar and blood pressure — use caution if you are being treated for diabetes or high blood pressure, and seek advice during pregnancy.
