Ah, spring and summer—the seasons of blooming flowers, sunshine, and… relentless sneezing?

If you’re one of the millions who suffer from seasonal allergies, you know all too well that nature’s beauty can also bring congestion, itchy eyes, and fatigue. But relief doesn’t have to come in the form of pharmaceuticals alone.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and energy-based therapies, we view allergies as a sign of imbalance in the body’s energetic and immune systems. Fortunately, tools like acupuncture, acupressure, and Gunalight therapy offer powerful and drug-free ways to ease symptoms and restore balance.

Why Allergies Flare in Spring and Summer

From a biomedical perspective, seasonal allergies occur when your immune system reacts to harmless substances—like pollen, grasses, or mold—as if they were threats. Histamines are released, triggering symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, and fatigue.

In TCM, we often see this as a Wei Qi (defensive energy) imbalance—where the body’s protective barrier is either deficient or disrupted, allowing external pathogens (like Wind or Dampness) to invade.

Common Symptoms of Seasonal Allergies:

• Sneezing fits

• Runny or congested nose

• Red, itchy, or watery eyes

• Fatigue or brain fog

• Scratchy throat or postnasal drip

• Sinus pressure or headaches

Acupuncture & Acupressure for Allergy Support

Here are some of the best acupuncture points to address allergy symptoms. These can also be gently stimulated with acupressure, Gunalight therapy, or needles:

LI20

Located on either side of the nose, this point opens the nasal passages and clears sinus congestion.
Use for: Runny nose, nasal stuffiness, sneezing.

LI4

One of the most famous points in acupuncture. It boosts immunity, relieves headaches, and clears sinus pressure.
Use for: Headaches, sinus pain, general immune system support.

Yintang

Located between the eyebrows, this is the go-to point for calming allergy-related headaches, stress, and sinus congestion.
Use for: Sinus pressure, itchy/watery eyes, mental fog.

LU7

This Lung meridian point helps strengthen Wei Qi and expel Wind—perfect for seasonal allergies.
Use for: Sneezing, dry throat, immune support.

ST36

A foundational point for immunity, digestion, and vitality. Supporting the gut helps modulate immune overactivity.
Use for: Overall immune health, fatigue, preventing flare-ups.

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Gunalight Protocol for Allergy Season

Here’s a simple Gunalight routine to add to your practice—or suggest for at-home use:

1. Yintang (1–2 mins)

   • Calms the mind, reduces frontal sinus pressure, and clears the eyes.

2. LI20 (1 min each side)

   • Decreases nasal inflammation and opens airways.

3. LU7 (1 min each side)

   • Boosts lung function and protective Qi.

4. ST36 (1–2 mins each side)

   • Fortifies the immune system and combats fatigue.

📅 Repeat 2–3x weekly during peak allergy season, or daily during intense flare-ups.

🌈 What Is Gunalight?

Gunalight is a powerful light-therapy tool designed to bring your body back into balance using the power of light. When you use Gunalight on acupuncture points, it sends full-spectrum light deep into your energy channels to clear blockages and restore the natural flow of energy (Qi)

Bonus Tips for Allergy Support

• Neti Pot or Saline Rinse: Clears allergens from the nasal cavity.

• Quercetin and Vitamin C: Natural antihistamines that support the immune system.

• Local Raw Honey: May help your body adapt to local pollens. (TCM would call this harmonizing with your environment.)

• Acupuncture Maintenance Treatments: Pre-season acupuncture can reduce the severity and frequency of allergy symptoms.

Final Thoughts

Spring and summer don’t have to mean misery. By supporting your body’s energetic balance and immune resilience, you can face the seasons head-on—with clear sinuses, calm breathing, and a sense of vitality.

Whether you’re treating yourself or your patients, integrating acupuncture, Gunalight, and acupressure techniques offers a gentle and effective way to turn seasonal suffering into seasonal thriving.