Seasonal Allergy Relief | Herbal Respiratory Support

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

Discover how herbal seasonal allergy relief supports your respiratory system during seasonal changes. Learn about Boneset, Mullein, Fenugreek & more.

Understanding the Challenge

What Seasonal Allergy Relief Is and Why It Matters

Airborne particles are everywhere. When they enter the respiratory system through the nose or mouth, the body turns on its cleansing mechanisms and puts the immune system on active duty. For many people, seasonal changes amplify this burden, leaving the respiratory tract working overtime to keep up.

Seasonal Allergy by Nature's Sunshine (formerly ALJ) is an herbal supplement designed to help balance the natural elimination functions of the respiratory system. Rather than simply masking discomfort, this blend of herbs works together to support the body as seasons change — assisting the respiratory system in its natural cleansing processes while soothing tissue that may be irritated by inhaled particles.

The formula centers on time-honored botanicals like Fenugreek and Mullein, both of which contain mucilage — a natural plant compound that soothes tissue. The remaining herbs in the blend assist in nourishing the lungs and cleansing the respiratory system, offering comprehensive seasonal allergy relief rooted in herbal tradition.

How It Works

Supporting Your Respiratory System Naturally

Seasonal Allergy brings together five complementary herbs, each contributing a distinct role in respiratory comfort. Some act as traditional expectorants to help loosen and move mucus. Others provide a soothing, protective coating for irritated respiratory membranes. Together, they support the body's own ability to clear inhaled irritants and maintain open, comfortable airways.

This multi-herb approach reflects a principle long valued in traditional herbalism: combining botanicals so that their individual strengths work in concert. The result is a formula that soothes respiratory tissue, assists with natural cleansing, and provides immune system support — all important during seasonal transitions when airborne challenges peak.

If you have questions about how this formula fits into your personal wellness plan, our naturopath is available for a free consultation — no purchase or membership required.

What's inside

Key ingredients

Boneset aerial parts — 1,760 mg

Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) is a North American perennial with a rich history of use by Cherokee, Delaware, Menominee, and other Indigenous peoples for respiratory complaints and fever. Traditionally classified as a diaphoretic and expectorant, Boneset has been used across multiple respiratory conditions including colds, bronchitis, and nasopharyngeal catarrh. Historical medical literature, including Lockwood's 1847 report, describes it as valuable for bronchial congestion and catarrhal conditions. Its bitter sesquiterpene lactones and diaphoretic action are traditionally believed to help relieve bronchial congestion and support the body's natural process of clearing mucus from the respiratory tract. European herbalists adopted it as an immunostimulating agent for colds and fever. Boneset also has traditional use for supporting the upper respiratory tract during acute infections, including allergic rhinitis and coughs. While its traditional respiratory reputation spans centuries, clinical trial evidence for these specific uses has not been established.

Fennel seeds — 1,760 mg

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is one of the world's most important medicinal plants, cultivated since at least 2,000 BC. Research suggests that Fennel seeds and essential oil support respiratory mucus clearance: studies indicate that Fennel enhances ciliary motility of the respiratory apparatus, and Fennel essential oil inhalation may stimulate tracheal smooth muscle contraction, promoting expectoration of mucus and foreign particles. The European Commission E and ESCOP recognize Fennel for catarrh of the upper respiratory tract. In traditional Iranian medicine, Ayurveda, and European monographs, Fennel is documented as a respiratory herb with bronchodilatory, expectorant, and antispasmodic properties. Its volatile oil — rich in trans-anethole — is attributed with antispasmodic and mucolytic properties in the bronchi. While preclinical data support smooth muscle relaxation, human respiratory trials are still needed.

Fenugreek seeds — 1,760 mg

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) brings a distinctive soothing quality to this formula thanks to its high mucilage content. Traditionally valued in Ayurvedic and Middle Eastern herbalism as an expectorant for loosening phlegm and soothing inflamed airways, Fenugreek's mucilage creates a protective coating effect that may help calm irritated respiratory tissue. Naturopathic pharmacopeias classify it as a soothing expectorant for productive coughs. In medieval India, herbal physicians used Fenugreek to ease respiratory congestion, and its seeds have been traditionally valued for their demulcent, expectorant, and stomachic properties across multiple healing traditions spanning over 6,000 years.

Horseradish root — 1,760 mg

Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) contributes powerful sinus-clearing properties to the formula. Its primary active compound, allyl isothiocyanate (AITC) — released when the root is processed — is a TRPA1 agonist that stimulates mucociliary secretion and exhibits antimicrobial properties. Research on a licensed German combination preparation containing Horseradish isothiocyanates (Angocin Anti-Infekt N) has been evaluated clinically for acute sinusitis and bronchitis, with a prospective cohort study of 1,649 adults finding symptom reduction comparable to standard antibiotics, and with fewer side effects. Horseradish has a long herbal tradition for seasonal respiratory complaints, including hay fever and sinus congestion — a sandwich of freshly grated root is a recorded traditional folk remedy for hay fever. The pungent volatile isothiocyanates are believed to clear nasal passages and stimulate mucosal secretion. German Commission E has recognized Horseradish for supportive treatment of respiratory tract infections, catarrh, and minor muscle aches.

Mullein leaves extract — 1,760 mg

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is perhaps the most iconic respiratory herb in Western herbalism, with documented medicinal use stretching back nearly 2,000 years to the Greek physician Dioscorides, who first recommended it for pulmonary conditions. Mullein contains both mucilage and saponins — the mucilage coats and soothes irritated mucous membranes, while the saponins act as natural expectorants to loosen and help move mucus. A 2021 scientific review confirmed that anti-inflammatory phytochemicals in Mullein, particularly quercetin, correlate with its traditional respiratory uses. Herbalists have traditionally employed Mullein to help reduce congestion and mucous membrane irritation triggered by allergens, and it has long been used for hay fever and allergic respiratory complaints. Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology demonstrated antibacterial activity against respiratory pathogens including Klebsiella pneumoniae and Staphylococcus aureus. While these findings and centuries of traditional use are compelling, large controlled human clinical trials are still needed.

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Who Benefits

Who Is Seasonal Allergy Relief For?

This herbal formula is designed for adults who experience respiratory discomfort during seasonal transitions — those times when airborne particles challenge even the healthiest respiratory system. Whether you notice occasional sinus stuffiness, excess mucus, or general respiratory irritation as the seasons shift, this blend was formulated with you in mind.

It may also appeal to anyone seeking herbal support for everyday lung and respiratory wellness, particularly those who prefer botanically-based approaches to seasonal comfort. The formula's emphasis on tissue-soothing mucilage herbs like Fenugreek and Mullein makes it a gentle yet comprehensive option.

Not sure if this formula is right for your situation? Our naturopath offers free consultations to help you find the best approach for your individual needs.

Usage Guidelines

How to Take Seasonal Allergy

Take 2–4 vegicaps with a meal three times daily. Each bottle contains 100 vegicaps. This product is also available as VegiTabs and in liquid form for those who prefer alternative delivery methods.

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 does Seasonal Allergy by Nature's Sunshine do?

Seasonal Allergy (Formerly ALJ) assists the body in cleansing potentially harmful airborne particles from the respiratory system and provides immune system support. The herbal blend works together to soothe respiratory tissue and support the body's natural cleansing processes during seasonal changes.

What herbs are in this seasonal allergy relief formula?

The formula contains five herbs: Boneset aerial parts, Fennel seeds, Fenugreek seeds, Horseradish root, and Mullein leaves extract, each at 1,760 mg. Fenugreek and Mullein both contain mucilage, which soothes tissue, while the other herbs assist in nourishing the lungs and cleansing the respiratory system.

How does Mullein help with seasonal respiratory discomfort?

Mullein has been used for nearly 2,000 years as a respiratory herb. It contains mucilage that coats and soothes irritated mucous membranes, plus saponins that act as natural expectorants to help loosen mucus. Herbalists have traditionally used Mullein to help reduce congestion and mucous membrane irritation triggered by allergens, though controlled clinical trials for allergic rhinitis have not yet been conducted.

Why is Horseradish included in a seasonal allergy supplement?

Horseradish root contains allyl isothiocyanate (AITC), which stimulates mucociliary secretion and may help clear nasal passages. It has a long herbal tradition for seasonal respiratory complaints including hay fever and sinus congestion. German Commission E has recognized Horseradish for supportive treatment of respiratory tract infections and catarrh.

Is Seasonal Allergy the same as ALJ?

Yes. Nature's Sunshine renamed ALJ to Seasonal Allergy. The herbal formula remains the same — a blend of Boneset, Fennel, Fenugreek, Horseradish, and Mullein designed to soothe respiratory tissue, assist the respiratory system's natural cleansing processes, and support the body during seasonal changes.

Can I get help choosing the right seasonal allergy support?

Absolutely. Our naturopath offers free consultations to help you determine whether this formula fits your individual needs — no membership or purchase required. Seasonal respiratory challenges can vary widely from person to person, and personalized guidance can make a real difference.

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