Although looking for natural hives treatment options is probably NOT what any of us want to be doing right now, the truth is that at some time in our lives, about one fifth of us will get a bad case of hives.

It would be funny if we didn’t feel so miserable. Hives symptoms are really no fun. Your usually clear skin suddenly and mysteriously erupts overnight into a red, splotchy and itchy mess! Was it the wine you had with dinner, the shellfish, or a new perfume you tried at the store? Or maybe the fight you had with your significant other?

What Causes Hives?

A lot of times, it is really hard to know what causes hives. There are just so many things can cause them! Some of the main hives causes are:

* Viral infections
* Medications
* Allergic reactions
* Foods
* Chemicals and toxins
* Environmental irritants
* Stress

Since it is possible to be allergic to almost anything, and since most of the products we use on our bodies and in our homes contain irritating chemicals and toxins, you can see how difficult it might be to find out what causes hives!

In addition to this challenging fact, most processed foods contain chemical additives, artificial colorings and flavorings which can be irritating or create allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Hives Medicine

If you are going crazy with the itching, you might be tempted to reach for an antihistamine like Benadryl. Sometimes those can work well, but they often have side effects if you use them regularly. Benadryl can cause drowsiness, dizziness, or stomach upset.

The newer antihistamines like Zyrtec are less likely to cause drowsiness but they can have many other side effects like depression, irritability, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, nightmares, bloody nose and more. It can even cause more hives!

Another problem with using medicines is that they sometimes contain ingredients that actually cause more skin irritation! For example, Calamine Lotion can definitely relieve the itching of hives, but most major brands you find at the drugstore contain alcohol, diazolidinyl urea, fragrances, parabens or other ingredients like artificial colorings and that can cause breakouts and allergic reactions for those who have sensitive skin.

Nine New Natural Hives Treatment Options to Consider

Here are nine natural hives treatment options that can help you find hives relief. If you have sensitive skin, please do a skin test before trying any new natural hives home remedy. Hives are often related to allergies and you may not know everything you are allergic to!

1. Take an oatmeal bath by grinding oatmeal in a food processor and adding to your bath. You can add cornstarch and baking soda which also can help sooth the itching.

2. Aloe vera gel is soothing and cooling to itchy skin, and contains many ingredients which help the skin to heal.

3. Grapefruit seed extract mixed with water can be sprayed on the hives to help them go away faster.

4. Pineapple is a natural anti-inflammatory which you can apply directly to skin.

5. Green tea contains natural antihistamines, supports your immune system, is high in antioxidants to prevent skin damage, and contains Quercertin, a natural antihistamine bioflavonoid. It can be brewed and splashed on your hives, and also taken internally in the morning if you can handle the caffeine.

6. Chamomile tea is calming, soothing to the nerves and contains many natural antihistamines. You can drink it and also apply the tea directly to your hives. I find it makes me tired if I drink it during the day, but at night it helps me to relax and sleep better!

7. Whip up an Organic Green Smoothie in your blender! This contains many foods that are high in Quercertin which can help reduce or eliminate your hives. In addition, organic foods are higher in Quercertin than conventionally grown produce.

Place 2 cups of water or green tea in a blender. Add one organic apple (with core and seeds removed), a handful of organic blueberries, and several leaves of organic kale, spinach, chard or other leafy green vegetables. If you need extra sweetening, add stevia, xylitol, agave, honey, or maple syrup to taste. Yum!

8. Give up Processed Foods — I know this is a big step, but it really can go a long way towards ridding you of chronic hives and other skin problems. There are a number of clinical studies which are suggesting that you can reduce your hives by up to 75% simply by giving up foods that contain additives, preservatives, artificial colorings and flavorings.

9. Use non-toxic, botanical free hypoallergenic products on your skin, hair and body. Most people with hives have some kind of allergy, and herbs and botanicals that are added to many skin care products can cause irritation, allergic reactions, or even interact with medicines or medicinal herbs you may be using.

I hope this information can help you to find natural hives relief and to prevent future hives symptoms!

Author Bio: M Rochell has over 30 years of first hand experience finding safe, natural solutions to sensitive skin problems. For more natural hives treatment ideas please request our free eBook How to Clear ANY Skin Problem Naturally at http://www.mySensitiveSkinCare.com

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