Allergies are the WORST! You get so excited for warmer weather and outdoor activities when, all of a sudden, you start experiencing a runny nose, dry eyes, and constant sneezing. All the commercials tell you to go on some kind of drug like Claritin or Allegra. But what about a natural cure? A more wholesome approach to combating allergy symptoms? These foods may just be the answer:

Salmon

Not only is this fish delicious, but it packs in the omega-3 fats, EPA and DHA, both of which help to prevent your body from releasing histamines, a component that causes your body to undergo reactions resulting in allergy symptoms. 

This salmon dish is perfect for a lite summer dinner.

Tuna

Like salmon, tuna provides a significant amount of those allergy-fighting omega-3 fats. What's great about tuna is that it's so easy to prepare. Grab a can in the morning on your way to work and have it for a healthy, protein-rich lunch. Or, spread some tuna on crackers for a fantastic post-workout snack. 

Making poke bowls at home is such a treat for your taste buds.

Broccoli

Sulforaphane, a component in broccoli, helps stave off allergy symptoms like wheezing because it keeps your airways clean and clear. If you start to notice you're coughing a bit more than usual, start to incorporate more broccoli into your meals. Even having a few raw pieces for a snack could help.

Enjoy this pizza free of guilt, and hopefully allergies.

Orange

Oranges, and other citrus fruits like lemons, contain quercetin, a flavonoid that helps alleviate allergy-related symptoms like constant sneezing or a runny nose. Instead of coffee in the morning, try switching to a glass of orange juice!

Orange and salmon?! Talk about a 1-2 punch to knock out allergy symptoms.

Red Wine

Citrus fruits aren't the only means of getting your quercetin in; red wine has a significant amount as well. Red wine just got even healthier! Excuse us while we go help ourselves to a glass or 4. 

Just in case you wanted even more reasons to start drinking red wine...