From a holistic perspective, allergies are often a sign that the immune system is overreacting, responding to harmless environmental triggers as if they are threats. I've gathered the 6 Best Herbs to Relieve Allergy Symptoms and their methods so you can breathe through this season. The goal of herbal support is not to suppress the body, but to regulate, soothe, and strengthen so it can respond with more ease and resilience.

When it comes to finding natural remedies for seasonal allergies, stinging nettles (Urtica dioica) are a surprising powerhouse. Known for their prickly sting, these wild plants actually contain a wealth of anti-allergic properties—particularly in the fine, stinging hairs that often scare people away. But if you can get past the sting (or better yet, take them properly prepared), nettles may just become your new favorite spring and summer companion.