Chinese medicine also focuses on the balancing the body's vital energy and strengthening the immune system. Nutrition Prepare your child a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, grains, raw nuts and seeds. Foods high in vitamin C are recommended to strengthen the immune system. Citrus fruits, berries, and vegetables, such as, broccoli, brussels sprouts, peppers and cabbage are all good dietary sources of vitamin C . Encourage the child to drink at least 6-8 glasses of fluids each day.
Adequate hydration helps to thin the respiratory secretions.
Remember that some children who have hay fever also have food sensitivities. Eliminate caffeinated sodas and teas from the diet. Limit refined sugar, dairy products and eggs during hay fever season since these foods thicken respiratory secretions. Supplementation with Vitamin C with bioflavonoids, beta-carotene, calcium and magnesium may be recommended. Consult a nutritionist or your child's health care provider for specific information on age-appropriate indications, dosages and precautions.