What Do Allergies Have to Do With Your Gut?
If spring has you sniffling, sneezing, and reaching for tissues, you’re not alone. Seasonal allergies are on the rise - and while pollen gets most of the blame, your gut might actually be a big part of the problem and the solution.
Here’s what you need to know.
Your Gut Is Home to Most of Your Immune System
About 70% of your immune system lives in your gut. That means your gut plays a major role in how your body reacts to allergens like pollen, dust, pet dander, and mold.
When your gut microbiome (the community of bacteria in your gut) is in balance, it helps keep your immune responses calm and measured. But when things are out of balance, your body can become more reactive - even to harmless things.
A Balanced Gut = Fewer Overreactions
Allergies are basically your immune system overreacting to something it shouldn’t see as a threat. A healthy, diverse gut microbiome can help regulate that response, making your body less likely to freak out over spring blooms or dust bunnies.
Imbalances in the gut (called dysbiosis) are linked to higher rates of allergies, asthma, and inflammatory conditions. Supporting your gut could help turn the volume down on those histamine-fueled symptoms.
Gut-Friendly Foods Can Help
So how do you support your gut?
Eat fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, yogurt, miso, or tempeh.
Focus on fibre from fruits, veggies, legumes, and whole grains (your gut bugs love it)
Cut back on ultra-processed foods that disrupt your microbiome
Try probiotic-rich and prebiotic-rich options to keep your gut bacteria happy.
It’s not about one “magic food” - it’s about daily habits that support a healthy internal ecosystem.
4. Can It Really Make a Difference?
For many people, yes. A healthy gut may:
Lessen the intensity of allergy symptoms
Improve how your body handles inflammation
Even help you respond better to antihistamines or allergy meds
Of course, gut health isn’t a silver bullet, but it’s one of the most natural, foundational ways to support your immune system - especially in allergy season.
Want to Start Supporting Your Gut?
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