Nature’s Sunshine Seasonal Allergy (ALJ) Guide

Name: Seasonal Allergy (Formerly ALJ)
Brand: Nature's Sunshine
SKU: 774
Price: 17.85 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (186 reviews)

Explore Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy (Formerly ALJ) — an herbal blend of Boneset, Fennel, Fenugreek, Horseradish & Mullein for respiratory support.

Product Overview

Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy: Herbal Support When Seasons Change

Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy (Formerly ALJ) is an herbal supplement designed to help balance the natural elimination functions of the respiratory system. Airborne particles are everywhere — and when those particles enter through the nose or mouth, the body activates its cleansing mechanisms, putting the immune system on active duty.

This thoughtfully crafted blend of five herbs works together to assist the body as seasons change. The formula includes Fenugreek and Mullein, both herbs that contain mucilage — a natural substance that soothes tissue. The other herbs in the blend assist in nourishing the lungs and cleansing the respiratory system.

Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy comes in a convenient 100-count Vegicap format and is also available as VegiTabs and in liquid form. If you're unsure which format is right for you, our naturopath is available for a free consultation to help guide your choice.

How It Works

Supporting Your Respiratory System Naturally

The Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy formula takes a multi-herb approach to respiratory wellness. Rather than relying on a single botanical, it combines five herbs that have been traditionally used for centuries across multiple cultures to support the lungs, sinuses, and airways.

Each ingredient brings a distinct set of traditional properties to the blend — from soothing irritated respiratory tissue to promoting the body's natural ability to manage mucus and clear airborne particles. Herbs rich in mucilage, like Fenugreek and Mullein, help coat and comfort irritated mucous membranes, while Horseradish and Boneset have long histories as warming, stimulating herbs for respiratory drainage.

Together, these herbs support three key functions:

Soothing respiratory tissue during seasonal changes
Assisting the respiratory system in its natural cleansing processes
Supporting the body as it adapts to environmental challenges

What's inside

Key Ingredients

Boneset Aerial Parts — 1,760 mg

Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) is a North American perennial that has been used traditionally for centuries by Indigenous peoples of the eastern woodlands. Cherokee, Delaware, Menominee, Seminole, and other tribes historically used Boneset as a diaphoretic herb to help regulate fevers and clear mucus from the respiratory system during acute infections. In the context of this formula, Boneset has a well-documented traditional role in supporting upper respiratory health during acute infections, including nasopharyngeal catarrh, colds, coughs, and allergic rhinitis. Historical medical literature describes it as traditionally valuable for bronchitis and catarrhal conditions, with its bitter sesquiterpene lactones and diaphoretic action proposed to relieve bronchial congestion. It is traditionally classified as a mild expectorant that helps loosen and clear mucus from the respiratory tract. Its aerial parts contain polysaccharides, sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids such as quercetin and kaempferol, and volatile oils. In vitro laboratory studies have confirmed anti-inflammatory activity through down-regulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines including IL-1α, IL-1β, and chemokines, providing experimental support for its extensive traditional use in inflammatory respiratory conditions — though no human clinical trials on respiratory outcomes currently exist.

Fennel Seeds — 1,760 mg

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a fragrant herb native to the Mediterranean that has been valued for over two thousand years across Greek, Ayurvedic, Chinese, and Iranian traditional medicine systems. Its volatile oil is dominated by trans-anethole, along with fenchone and estragole. In this formula, Fennel seeds contribute expectorant and respiratory-soothing properties. Research suggests that Fennel seeds enhance ciliary motility of the respiratory apparatus, and Fennel essential oil inhalation stimulates tracheal smooth muscle contraction, promoting expectoration of mucus and foreign particles. Commission E and ESCOP recognize Fennel for catarrh of the upper respiratory tract. Fennel is also documented in traditional Iranian medicine, Ayurveda, and European monographs as a respiratory herb with bronchodilatory, expectorant, and antispasmodic properties. These qualities complement the other herbs in the blend by supporting the body's ability to manage respiratory mucus during seasonal changes.

Fenugreek Seeds — 1,760 mg

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) has been used medicinally for approximately 6,000 years and is referenced in the ancient Ebers Papyrus dating to 1500 BCE. In Ayurvedic medicine, Fenugreek seeds are traditionally valued for their carminative, demulcent, expectorant, and stomachic properties. The seeds are rich in mucilage — the same soothing substance that makes this blend effective for calming irritated respiratory tissue. In the context of this formula, Fenugreek serves as a traditional Ayurvedic and Middle Eastern expectorant valued for loosening phlegm and soothing inflamed airways. Its high mucilage content creates a soothing coating effect and is traditionally understood to stimulate mucus secretion to thin viscous respiratory secretions. Naturopathic pharmacopeias classify it as a soothing expectorant for productive coughs. Its seeds also contain saponins, flavonoids, and the alkaloid trigonelline, which contribute to the plant's broad traditional applications.

Horseradish Root — 1,760 mg

Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) is a pungent root from the Brassicaceae family that has been used since at least 1500 BC in Egyptian cuisine and medicine. Its distinctive heat comes from allyl isothiocyanate (AITC), released when the root's cells are disrupted and the enzyme myrosinase converts the glucosinolate sinigrin into this volatile compound. Horseradish has long herbal tradition for seasonal respiratory complaints, including hay fever and sinus congestion — the pungent volatile isothiocyanates are believed to clear nasal passages and stimulate mucosal secretion. The German Commission E recognized Horseradish for supportive treatment of catarrh and respiratory tract congestion. Research suggests that clinical studies of a standardized combination product containing Horseradish root and nasturtium (Angocin Anti-Infekt N) have shown symptom reduction comparable to standard antibiotics for sinusitis and bronchitis in a prospective cohort study of 1,649 adults, with fewer side effects. A separate randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (n=384) confirmed healing benefit for acute bronchitis. While these studies evaluated a combination product, they support Horseradish's traditional reputation for respiratory and sinus support. AITC acts as a TRPA1 agonist that stimulates mucociliary secretion and has been shown in laboratory studies to exhibit antimicrobial properties against sinus infection-associated bacteria.

Mullein Leaves Extract — 1,760 mg

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) has been used for respiratory support since the time of Dioscorides, nearly 2,000 years ago, who first recommended it for pulmonary diseases. Native American tribes also recognized its value for respiratory conditions like coughs and bronchitis. Mullein leaves contain mucilage that coats and soothes irritated mucous membranes, while saponins act as natural expectorants to help make coughs more productive. The plant also contains flavonoids such as quercetin, iridoid glycosides like aucubin, and the phenylethanoid glycoside verbascoside — compounds with documented anti-inflammatory properties. A 2021 PMC review confirmed that anti-inflammatory phytochemicals, particularly quercetin, correlate with Mullein's traditional respiratory uses. Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology demonstrated antibacterial activity against respiratory pathogens including Klebsiella pneumoniae and Staphylococcus aureus. Mullein has been traditionally used for hay fever and allergic respiratory complaints, attributed to its antihistamine and anti-inflammatory constituents — herbalists historically employed it to reduce congestion and mucous membrane irritation triggered by allergens. While human clinical trials remain limited, the wealth of traditional use across European, Turkish, and Native American cultures speaks to Mullein's enduring place in respiratory herbalism.

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Who Benefits

Who Is Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy For?

This formula was designed for adults looking for herbal support as the seasons change. If you find yourself reaching for tissues when airborne particles are at their peak, or if your respiratory system feels challenged by environmental shifts, Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy may be a helpful addition to your wellness routine.

It's particularly well-suited for those who prefer traditional herbal approaches to respiratory comfort — people who appreciate time-tested botanicals like Mullein, Horseradish, and Boneset that have been used across cultures for centuries.

Because every person's needs are different, we encourage you to take advantage of our free naturopathic consultations if you have questions about whether this formula is a good fit for your individual situation.

Usage Guide

How to Take Seasonal Allergy

Take 2–4 vegicaps with a meal three times daily.

Each serving of 2–4 vegicaps delivers a meaningful amount of all five herbs. Consistency is important when working with herbal formulas — taking them regularly with meals helps support steady absorption.

If you're unsure about the right serving for your needs, our naturopath is happy to discuss your situation during a free consultation.

About the author

Written by Greg Howlett

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Greg has spent over a decade helping customers choose the right natural-health products. He personally vets every formula we carry and writes these guides to cut through the marketing noise with practical, experience-based advice.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy (ALJ)?

Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy, formerly known as ALJ, is an herbal supplement that helps balance the natural elimination functions of the respiratory system. It contains a blend of Boneset aerial parts, Fennel seeds, Fenugreek seeds, Horseradish root, and Mullein leaves extract — herbs that work together to soothe respiratory tissue, assist in cleansing airborne particles, and support the body during seasonal changes. It comes in a 100-count Vegicap format and is also available as VegiTabs and in liquid form.

How do the herbs in Seasonal Allergy support respiratory health?

The formula combines herbs with complementary traditional properties. Fenugreek and Mullein both contain mucilage, a natural substance that soothes irritated respiratory tissue. Horseradish root contains allyl isothiocyanate, which has traditionally been used to stimulate nasal and sinus drainage. Boneset is historically classified as a mild expectorant that helps loosen mucus. Fennel seeds are recognized by Commission E and ESCOP for their role in supporting the upper respiratory tract. Together, they support the respiratory system's natural cleansing processes.

Is there scientific evidence behind the ingredients?

The ingredients have varying levels of evidence. Much of the support comes from extensive traditional use spanning centuries and multiple cultures. On the research side, Fennel seeds have been shown to enhance ciliary motility of the respiratory apparatus, and a 2021 scientific review confirmed that Mullein's anti-inflammatory phytochemicals correlate with its traditional respiratory uses. In vitro studies have confirmed anti-inflammatory activity in Boneset. Clinical studies of a combination product containing Horseradish have shown promising results for acute bronchitis and sinusitis. However, large-scale human clinical trials for most of these herbs individually in allergy-specific contexts remain limited.

Can I take Seasonal Allergy alongside other supplements?

While Nature's Sunshine Seasonal Allergy is an herbal formula with a long history of traditional use, it's always wise to discuss any new supplement with a healthcare professional — especially if you take medications or other supplements. Our naturopath is available for a free consultation to help you think through your overall wellness routine.

Why was ALJ renamed to Seasonal Allergy?

Nature's Sunshine updated the product name from ALJ to Seasonal Allergy to make it easier for customers to understand what the formula is designed to support. The formula itself — the same blend of Boneset, Fennel, Fenugreek, Horseradish, and Mullein — remains the same trusted product that has been helping people navigate seasonal changes.

How many vegicaps are in one bottle, and how long does it last?

Each bottle contains 100 vegicaps. The recommended serving is 2–4 vegicaps with a meal three times daily. At the lower end of the serving range (2 vegicaps, three times daily), a bottle provides approximately a 16-day supply. At 4 vegicaps three times daily, a bottle lasts about 8 days. The right serving depends on your individual needs — our naturopath can help you determine what makes sense for you.

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