** 1. In AYURVEDA we consider Allergy [of any type] as hypersensitive reactions of the body to a foreign proteins [vijateeya dravyas] which have not undergone proper metabolism [agni paak] after entering the body thus resulting in AMA [antigen] which causes reduction and prevention of further production of auto-antibodies. 2. The role of virechana karma in these conditions are of prime importance. It eliminates existing AMA in gastrointestinal tract and prevents the absorption of such AMA in systemic circulation. Hence in Allergic conditions virechana is the best treatment which will prevent the associated symptoms of allergy [itchy nose/nostrils] 3. Avoid:Heavy, slimy and acidic food, curd, mustard oil, excess physical exertion, sunlight-dust areas, exposure to strong winds, day sleeping, smoking, Potato, green leafy vegetables. Cold water/food .Take: Old brown rice, soup of moong dal, black grapes, cow’s or goat milk, garlic, lukewarm water to drink, black pepper, dried ginger, honey, mulethi, launga .Take Raw ginger+ raw turmeric: [2 gm each] and fry in cow’s ghee [6 gm] and thereafter add 6 gm jaggery and take at bed time [during night] .Successful prescription drugs will be i.Mahalakshmi vilas ras+ shringa bhasma+ Shuddha man shila+ madhuyashti/sitopladi churan: with cow’s ghee ii.Chitrak haritki: at bed time iii.Vyoshadi churan: after meals, two times You can contact an Ayurveda Physician there for the Dosage recommendations .As attacks are occassional take high protein diet ( egg (white), soyamilk, pumpkin, squash, watermelon, peanuts, almonds, if non-vegetarian (meat) are choices , legumes, sprouted pulses/cereals, milk with protein powder [since blockage of nose is an issue thus yogurt and beans are not recommended] and deep breathing Exercises [anulom vilom] i. Vitamin A: helps to maintain Thymus gland which is a powerful antiviral gland: thus mango, carrots, cantaloupe (विलायती खरबूजा), egg yolk, apricots, pumpkin, papaya, are ideal. ii. Vitamin C: is needed for proper functioning of immune system: amla (आमला) is best iii. Vitamin E: is a powerful anti oxidant which helps to stimulate antibody production: peanuts, dried apricots, cooked spinach (शलगम) taro root (अरबी) can be taken iv. Vitamin B is important for the activity of phagocytes: eggs, cheese, pistachio, raw garlic, sunflower and sesame oil. PS. 1. Itchy nose can also be due to low humidity, [working or living in dry environment [keep the humidity level high in your house and irrigating nasal passages frequently with salt water can reduce the irritation, avoid blowing your nose too vigorously as this can make the problem worse] 2. You may contact a Homeopathic Doctor for necessary Management and Medicine.