Allergies and Natural Alternatives.

Walter M Jongbloed, Seth M Brown

Journal: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America 2022;55(5):965-982

PMID: 36088149

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Abstract

Complementary and integrative medicine therapies in the treatment of allergy and allergic rhinitis (AR) are divided broadly into the categories of nutritional supplements, herbal supplements, Ayurvedic, and Chinese traditional medicine. Some therapies are likely completely safe, such as Manuka honey, with no known side effects. Others have significant risks, such as ephedra, which was ultimately banned for use by the Food and Drug Administration. The efficacy of these therapies is varied and under-researched. The therapies with the strongest evidence in the treatment of allergy and AR are Manuka honey, butterbur, and Sinupret.

Address: Division of Otolaryngology, Department of Surgery, University of Connecticut, School of Medicine, 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06030, USA.; Division of Otolaryngology, Department of Surgery, University of Connecticut, School of Medicine, 263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06030, USA. Electronic address: [email protected].

DOI: 10.1016/j.otc.2022.06.005

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MeSH Terms: Humans, Integrative Medicine, Rhinitis, Allergic