Hayfever

[Magic]

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I have dreadful hayfever, a naturopath recommended horseradish, garlic, vit c, fenugreek and marshmallow tablets. However, my research says that horseradish and fenugreek should be avoided in pregnancy. Do you ladies have any ideas?

[~Raven~]

I'm not sure about the fenugreek but I wanted to sympathise with the hayfever. I've been rather snotty of late and it's driving me bonkers.

Edited to add: I just found this in another forum so best to avoid the fenugreek

Avoid Fenu greek - it releases oxytocin! (Contraction hormone) and is commonly used in increasing breast milk supply.

[symphony]

Unfortunately I don't know of anything that can be taken to ease symptoms... I'm incredibly blocked up too, and the only thing I have to suggest is that if you get a dry throat from breathing through your mouth at night, try wearing a gauze mask to bed (dampening the area over the mouth is also OK) - It helps keep your throat moist. That gives me some relief. I also wear a mask when I'm at home and outside too if I'm really suffering...
Fingers crossed that someone will come up with something more helpful!

[Magic]

My ob said it was OK to take Blackmores Hayfever and Sinutitis tablets. I'm off to see what is in them!