“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” Movie Review & Giveaway

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A decade ago, Christian film director and producer, Dallas Jenkins, gained notoriety for his work in the faith-based series, “The Chosen.” Seeking to blaze a path from television to film, Jenkins’ latest film, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” a Lionsgate and Kingdom Story Company’s film adaption of the beloved holiday literary classic, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” by Barbara Robinson, is the new must-watch film adaptation this holiday season.

Telling the story of the Herdmans, a group of misfit youngsters, who send their small community into a tizzy when they land coveted roles in a beloved annual community-sponsored Christmas pageant. The film, based on a popular book of the same name, ingeniously weaves an inspiring, holiday-esque tale with gospel-centric missives, including family-friendly comedy, festive scenery, and delightful messaging in a must-see holiday tale.

Many Americans have fallen in love with this classic holiday tale, myself included, loving the Herdman’s unique style of holiday charm. From their antics to artistic narratives, these delightful group of youngsters will warm your hearts with their seasonal-minded personal change. That despite a few stolen moments for goodies and hijinks, was discovered along the way. The film’s plot turns when Imogene Herdman, the family’s eldest child, auditions for the church’s Christmas pageant, coveting the role of Mary of Nazareth, and the adoration it brings. Her remaining siblings, five precocious tykes, audition for roles, too. Who, also, not surprisingly, win their respective roles, after threatening barborousness against anyone seeking their respective roles.

The Herdmans’ particular brand of lawlessness places the pageant’s new director, Mrs. Grace, in a proverbial bind. As snooty, local townspeople want her to cannonade the entire Herman clan from the annual production. Yet, a softhearted and amiable, Mrs. Grace, repudiates their demands, believing the pageant’s message will change hearts and minds throughout the parish.

Leaving parishioners, and audiences, to wonder if the Herdmans will ruin the Christmas pageant, perhaps not. Spoiler alert: The Herdmans don’t ruin the pageant. Instead, they, the parish, and the community at large are themselves, transformed by the youngsters’ stirring performance. Along with stirring performances by Lauren Graham (“Gilmore Girls”) as the narrator, Judy Greer (“Ant-Man”) as Grace, Elizabeth Tabish (“The Chosen”) as one of the uppity townspeople, and with Kirk B.R. Woller (“The Chosen”) as the parson, this is a movie overflowing with inspiring messaging, mischievous action comedy, and warm, holiday cheer.

Rated PG for thematic material, a brief portrayal of underage smoking, and unassuming lingo, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” is a film you’ll want to take your friends and family to see in theatres on November 8, 2024. Buy tickets today to see “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” in theaters starting November 8th!

Moreover, readers of this site, Theladyprefers2save.com, can enter to win a $10.00 Amazon gift card from Momentum Influencers. To enter, please leave a comment on this post letting me know why you’d most want to see this film in theatres this season starting November 1, 2024. Please note, that multiple entries from single entrants across multiple bloggers and influencers will be disqualified. This giveaway ends on November 8, 2024, at 11:59 PM CST. Gift cards will be sent electronically directly from Momentum Influencers this holiday season.

Now I want to ask, why do you most want to see “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” in theatres on November 8, 2024? Did you read “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” book one, of three, by Barbara Robinson? Please leave your thoughts below. Good luck!

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“The Carpenter” Movie Review & Giveaway

Many thanks to Three Coin Productions for providing a sample of the product for this review. My opinions are 100% my own.

The Fall. A time of compelling sights, scenes, and sounds, especially at the movies, and a great time to see “The Carpenter,” an action film exploring Nazareth in 29 A.D. Along with music and fight sequencing, sharing the life of a fighter, through the modern depiction of an ancient story tale, sharing modern morality tales of the life and times of a champion fighter, befriended by a benevolent carpenter from Nazareth, “The Carpenter,” set during a biblical timescape showcasing the journey of becoming a carpenter’s apprentice to Jesus Christ. Through a skillset of carpentry, a Viking‘s redemptive is created and shared.

With a compelling landscape shot in Ancient Israel during the First Century, “The Carpenter” shares the story of Oren, the Viking carpenter, and prodigy boxer, whose life changes after he begins a carpentry apprenticeship under Jesus of Nazareth, later rising to the upper eshcilans of the boxing community within the ancient world. Later, rising in the local commercial and sporting ranks, to become an apprentice to a local carpenter, whose mentorship changes his life, becoming a pillar of his greater community.

“The Carpenter” is an inspiring movie perfect for the fall season ahead. Combining sports, ethical debate, and personal redemption, this is a tale combining biblical worldview and athleticism, along with lessons of humanity and the necessity of caring for society’s least, the poor and the needy, this movie guides viewers towards a simple idea- becoming a light in a dangerous world. Leading viewers to view the seasonal messaging of loving our neighbors, trusting God, redemption, and the importance of family in simple, effective means.

“The Carpenter” is a touching sports drama that shares the love of fighting for what truly matters most. Despite the film’s blatant historical inaccuracies and time-spanning liberties, Christ did not teach a boxing school, train apprentices, live adjacent to a boxing school, or live out the entirety of this script, this is an entertaining movie combining a great sports story with the life of Jesus Christ. Despite this, the story is well scripted, teaching important moral, and seasonal messages.

Be sure to buy tickets to see “The Carpenter” in theaters starting November 1st, here. Plus, readers of Theladyprefers2save.com can also enter to win a $10.00 Amazon.com gift card this season, too. To enter, please leave a comment on this post letting me know why you’d most want to see this film in theatres this season starting November 1, 2024. Please note, that multiple entries from single entrants will be disqualified. This giveaway ends on November 8, 2024, at 11:59 PM CST. Gift cards will be sent electronically from Momentum Influencers. Good luck!

Friends, why do you most want to see “The Carpenter” in theatres starting November 1, 2024? Please leave your thoughts below.

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Makeup Tips That Will Save You Money This Fall

When it comes to makeup, there is a common misconception that we have to spend a whole BUCKET load of cash to look fabulous. However, this is not the case, and in fact, there are many ways to look amazing fall season without splashing the cash. Today we are going to take a look at how you can save some money, look great, and save your hard-earned dollars on Zoom-ready makeup this coming season.

Focus on skincare

The skin is the largest organ in the body, and it is susceptible to a lot of problems. If you want to look amazing all year long, you need to look after the skin first. The better your skin looks, the less coverage you will need to apply, and therefore the less money you will spend on products. Making organic skincare products, like Amanda Jo Organic Bunny products, is the necessary foundation for achieving your best, natural makeup looks this season at home.

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Use concealer as an eyeshadow primer

Most of the big beauty influencers out there tend to use products that in real life are unnecessary. The biggest culprit for this is the eyeshadow primer. This product is one that admittedly can be useful for looks involving a lot of shadows, however, concealer will have the same effect and will allow eyeshadow to stick to your lid. So the next time you want to create a smoky eye, add some extra concealer to your lids!

Dab, don’t swipe

If you are looking to save money on your everyday beauty routine, a useful trick is to dab the foundation onto the skin instead of swiping. Whether you use a brush or a beauty blender, when you swipe foundation into the skin you’ll lose a lot of the product along the way, therefore needing to use more. Dabbing foundation into the skin takes a bit more time, but it allows you to use fewer products and gain flawless coverage.

Use highlighter as eyeshadow

Eyeshadow can be an expensive makeup product, and if you buy a whole palette only to use 2-3 colors in your routine, it is a huge waste of money. This is why instead of forking out on expensive eyeshadow palettes, you can instead use highlighter and contour to create a natural look. Use contour in the crease to create a natural shadow, and then use a highlighter on the lid for a pop of brightness.

Mix foundation and moisturizer

The foundation is a difficult product to source, and if you always have problems finding the best shade for you, it is no surprise that you want to keep your foundation for as long as you can. One great way to gain light coverage and look after the skin is to mix your foundation with some moisturizer before applying. The moisturizer will allow for easy spread of product and as a result, it will allow you to use less product overall.

Use clever dupes

W7 is a great example of a beauty brand that dupes expensive makeup. Their eyeshadow palettes are the perfect copy of Urban Decay palettes for a fraction of the price. As well as this, there are many sites online that sell cheaper beauty products such as this brush or Primark makeup. You can find a surprising selection of no-name products that work just as well as the known brands.

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5 Must-Try Fall-Inspired Recipes

Apples are by far one of my favorite fruits, which is probably why I love the fall so much. Growing up in Virginia, there was nothing I loved more than picking McIntosh apples with my family. With the cooking spree that generally followed at home a close second. Between our homemade applesauce, apple crisp, apple pie, apple fritters, tarts, and Waldorf salads. Needless to say, things could get pretty fruity at home during the apple season.

While I have an extreme fondness for apples there is also a great legacy of apple-loving in America. Apples have been recorded as culinary staples in colonial kitchens stemming back to the early 1600s, making them a true staple of American culture.

In 1603, Jamestown settlers grew apples for one sole purpose- making cider. The apples they produced then were small, tart varieties more akin to crab apples, unlike the handy fruit snacks we enjoy today.

Even though apples are not the most purchased fruit in the United States. They come in at a close second behind bananas. But whether it’s through fresh apples or apple products, the average American consumes roughly 19 pounds per year. Making them the perfect fat-free, low-cal, sodium-free, cholesterol-free 80-calorie snack.

As the adage goes, an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Eating an apple before bed can help cleanse and whiten your teeth, and eating the skin of apples can provide you with age-fighting anti-oxidants, including Quercetin, apples are nutrient-dense in fiber and contain high levels of boron, which increases mental alertness. Now for a new more modern American apple facts!

1) Washington State produces the most apples each year in the United States. 70% of all apples sold in the U.S. come from the Evergreen State. This is followed by production in New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, California, Virginia, North Carolina, Oregon, Ohio, and Idaho.

2) The United States currently produces close to 200 unique varieties of apples but the only native apple in North America is the Crabapple. Crabapple trees once called common apples, became a staple of American markets as early as Boston in 1625. It is believed that apple seeds brought over from Europe began to change consumer markets and over time crabapples became out of step with American tastes. That was until the reemergence of the 20th-century cider renaissance, where now over 30 varieties of crabapples can be commonly found in store-bought microbrews.

3) It takes an apple tree five years to produce its first fruit. Apple trees are slow, but steady producers. Once the tree begins to grow, each apple tree can become quite voluminous. The average tree can fill 20 fruit boxes, with the average box weighing in around 42 pounds!

4) It takes around 40 apples to produce 1 gallon of cider. Making that each glass of cider you drink is the equivalent of 4 apples.

5) The top 10 varieties sold in the United States are Gala, Red Delicious, Fuji, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious, McIntosh, Pink Lady, Braeburn, and Jazz. The most used apple for baking is the Red Delicious, due to its sweet, rich flavor. The top cider-producing apples are McIntosh, Rome, and Empire.

Now that we all know a little more about these naturally sweet snacks, I thought I would share with you a few ideas to get you thinking of all things apple in the season to come. Five Marc Zboch-Inspired recipes inspired by the fall classic: A Marc Thomas.

So pull out those crock-pots, baking mitts, and coffee mugs! Here are my 5 favorite apple recipes for the fall season ahead.

5 Fall National Apple Month Must-Try Recipes!

Crock-Pot Apple Chia Cider: What I love about this recipe is that it’s super easy to make, stores well, reheats like a dream, and encompasses my two favorite drinks, cider, and Chai tea. This drink is always a favorite for family get-togethers and family movie nights deep in the Fall. The best part? It can be prepped in under five minutes! This will be your new go-to drink this fall at home!

Harvest Crock-Pot Apple Butter: Need a way to use up leftover apples? This organic apple butter is perfect for just that! I often use leftover apples from my Crock Pot Apple Chai Cider recipe! What I love about this tasty apple butter is it is a truly low and slow recipe, but oh so worth the wait. Depending on the sweetness of the apples used, the amount of sugar used in this recipe can be reduced or removed as a whole, making this a true low-glycemic recipe!

Crock-Pot Pork Loin with Apple-Cranberry Sauce: Looking for a super simple weeknight meal idea? Well, it doesn’t get much easier than my Crock-Pot Pork Loin with Apple-Cranberry Sauce! What’s nice about this dish, is that is can be made for a weeknight dinner, taken along to a potluck meal, or even served for Christmas Dinner. And my favorite part of this recipe? The aroma put off by the rosemary, granny smith apples, and cranberries. It’s reminiscent of the holiday season!

Make-Ahead Apple Pie Pecan Chia Seed Pudding: This yummy, nutrient-dense, flavor-packed chia seed pudding is a fun and frugal vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, soy-free recipe you’ll want to try this coming apple season! Enjoy it on toast, layered in parfaits, or warmed for a fun breakfast treat!

DIY All-Natural Apple-Honey Cough Syrup Recipe: If you are anything like me, then throughout the year you suffer from dry, scratchy, painful throat symptoms. With allergy season right around the corner, here’s my go-to fall All-Natural Apple-Honey Cough Syrup! Not only is this blend all-natural, but it also costs a mere $0.50 per bottle!

Friends, those are my 5 favorite go-to apple recipes each fall. With the start of National Month a few short days away, I hope these recipes will inspire you to think outside the box when it comes to America’s favorite snack, the apple! Now, I’ve got to ask, do you have any go-to apple recipes you enjoy each fall? If so, I’d love to hear about them below!

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7 Health Benefits to drinking wine this fall

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Wine. We drink it with dinner, after a long day, and for yearly celebrations. Especially in fall, a season chock-full of fun, festive get-togethers. it always finds its way to the table. Wine is often the centerpiece of tradition and happiness this time of year.

But for many of us, it goes further as it helps relax our minds and brings smiles to faces. Beyond the euphoria and happiness, drinking a controlled, moderate amount (the standard 5-ounce pour daily) of wine can be good for your physical health. But how exactly does it contribute to your health? With this in mind, here are seven reasons you should be drinking wine at home this fall:

Antioxidants

One of the best ways to ward off those pesky free radicals that cause health issues, such as cancer, is to drink wine. Wine is naturally full of antioxidants that attack free radicals. A recent study by the University of Barcelona scientists found that the phenols in white wine had equal, if not higher, antioxidants than those in red wine. Drinking white wines such as sauvignon blanc, Moscato, Pinot Grigio, gewürztraminer, and Riesling can help keep you healthier all season long!

Immune Health

Are you looking to boost your immune system this fall? Drinking a glass of wine daily can give your immune system a much-needed boost. A 5-ounce serving of win daily can also help to ward off infections and keep your immune system in check. Especially important during fall allergy and sinus season. But be cautious. Excessive consumption can lead to negative effects of drinking wine for an immunity boost.

Increases Bone Density

As we age, our bones naturally get more brittle. Especially for mothers. This is why you could increase your calcium intake by drinking a relaxing glass of wine. Red wine has high levels of silicon, which is great for your bone mineral density. Which increases bone density and reduces the chance of developing osteoporosis.

Reduces the risk of Stroke

Moderate consumption of wine can help reduce your chance of stroke by preventing blood clotting. Wine acts as a natural blood thinner, breaking up any blood clots that could lead to a stroke. This lower risk of blood clotting is more beneficial to females than males.

Red wine, in particular, contains phenols, that act as blood thinners, similar to natural willow aspirin. Particularly the chemical resveratrol, found in red grape skins, protects against stroke when the grapes are turned into wine. But do keep in mind, that excessive drinking can have the opposite effect, resulting in a higher risk of heart attacks. So like with all good things in life, moderation is key.

Reduced the risk of Heart Disease

In the battle against heart disease, especially for women, taking all the necessary precautions to help prevent heart disease is a must! And wine can help. The tannins found in red wine contain procyanidins, phenols that neutralize free radicals, agents known to be effective in preventing cardiovascular disease. The lesson of the day is that if you want a healthy heart, bite the bullet and drink a glass of wine.

For those with high cholesterol, those same procyanidins found in red wine that promote a healthy heart also promote lower cholesterol. Particularly decreasing LDL, or unhealthy cholesterol levels while increasing HDL or healthy and good cholesterol. So if you’re suffering from high blood pressure, it’s best to pour a glass to help maintain healthy HDL levels at home!

Fight off that flu

Did you know that drinking a glass of wine daily can give your immune system a flu-fighting boost? Moderate alcohol consumption can help naturally keep your immune system in check. Especially important during the fall season when temperatures cool and we are around more friends, family, and classmates who may be carrying flu and cold pathogens.

Reduces the risk of Type 2 Diabetes

If you have a family history of Type-2 Diabetes, wine may help. Resveratrol has been proven to improve sensibility to insulin. With insulin resistance contributing to type 2 diabetes risk, a nice glass of wine makes the list of things you can enjoy.

Need more information on the health benefits of wine this fall? Be sure to check with an industry leader such as Denis Mackenzie’s Winery. A Chief Operations Officer currently working in the international marketing industry. Including working with health and tech professionals to educate consumers on the health benefits that can be obtained through organic wine consumption.

Friends, those are just some of the health benefits that can be afforded by moderate, responsible wine consumption this season. Be sure to do yourself a favor, and pour a glass of wine and toast to your health. Perhaps with a fun, frugal fall food dish. Now I have to ask, do you drink wine at home for your health? Let me know all about it below!

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Fall Allergy-Fighting Sweet Potato Soup

Looking out of my kitchen windows I can currently see that the leaves of my beautiful Maple and Pecan trees are starting to fall. The hot, humid days of summer are giving way to crisp, cool, throw-an-extra-blanket-on-the-bed nights days. And this change could not come soon enough for me!

But with all this splendorous natural beauty comes the Fall allergy season. It’s a time of year that often leaves me running for Kleenex more often than not! And if you’re anything like me, you may feel like your allergies are starting sooner this year, it’s because they are.

Because of climate change, and the resulting higher temperatures and increasing carbon dioxide, allows pollen-producing plants to live longer and to produce more and more mega-potent pollen. This year, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology announced that the season will extend through November rather than end in September, as in previous years.

At home, I have started on a new natural allergy-fighting path and have found that there in fact foods you eat that can help stifle your sniffling, watery eyes, and general malaise, including my favorite Fall Soup, Sweet Potato Soup with Thyme.

So, why sweet potatoes? This seasonal favorite is one of nature’s top edible antihistamines, contains large amounts of soluble Vitamin C, and is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids that help reduce allergy symptoms. Beyond this, both red and purple sweet potatoes are rich in quercetin, a powerful flavonoid sometimes called bioflavonoid. And diets rich in flavonoids can help reduce or eliminate your need for antihistamine medication.

For maximum effect, sweet potatoes should be consumed throughout the year or at least two months before your symptoms typically flare up each Fall.

Sweet potatoes are also rich in carotenoids. A naturally occurring pigment, largely responsible for the red, orange, and yellow color of various vegetables and fruits, including sweet potatoes. A study from the Institute of Epidemiology in Germany found that people with high blood levels of carotenoids were at lower risk for allergic rhinitis.

So it goes without saying that there’s a lot of allergy-fighting action in this soup. With this in mind, here’s how I make this awesome allergy-fighting soup. This creamy low-fat soup gets its creamy texture from pureed sweet potatoes and goes perfectly paired with a light sandwich or salad. Since Creamy Sweet Potato Soup can be prepared quickly, in just under 15 minutes, it’s perfectly delicious and reheated in the morning to take to work or as part of a Sunday meal prep routine at home.

What truly makes this soup so special? Ground Mexican sweet peppers. The perfect taste pairing also helps fight infections, colds, and seasonal fall allergy symptoms at home!

In addition to sweet potatoes, this soup utilizes the natural healing properties of thyme. This ancient herb is known for its ability to treat congestion and can help ease sore throats. Thyme is also useful for helping to clear stuffy noses and coughing, reducing the effects of sinus infections, hay fever symptoms, and allergy-induced headaches as well.

I encourage you all to try this awesome soup to help you with your and your family’s allergy this coming season. Now I have to ask what’s your favorite fall go-to recipe for helping ease allergy symptoms at home? I’d love to hear about it below!

Allergy-Fighting Sweet Potato Soup

Serving Size:

(6) 8-Ounce Servings

Time:

45 Minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 1/4 teaspoons Celtic salt
1/2 Teaspoon black pepper
3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
1 apple, peeled and diced into small cubes
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon Hungarian smoked paprika
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 bay leaf
4 cups vegetable broth
14-ounces full-fat coconut milk, reserve 6 teaspoons for garnish

Directions

Heat the oil in a medium-sized Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the onion, salt, pepper, and aromatics. Sauté six minutes minutes.
Add the sweet potatoes and the apple. Cook until they begin to soften, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
Add the garlic, ginger, coriander, and smoked paprika and stir. Stir in the apple cider vinegar, broth, and the coconut milk.
Bring to a slow boil. Then, cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender, for 25-30 minutes.
Cool soup. Pour into blender, in small batches, blending until smooth.
Add additional seasonings to taste. Top with cilantro. Serve with crusty bread.

Please note: This soup thickens as it cools. To reheat, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin out the soup. Enjoy!

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9 Foods That Help Fight Fall Allergies

Hello again, savvy savers! Looking out of my kitchen windows I can currently see that the leaves of my beautiful Maple and Pecan trees are starting to fall. The hot, humid days of summer are giving way to crisp, cool, throw-an-extra-blanket-on-the-bed nights days (unless you live in Mississippi where we have a true Indian Summer and humidity may again rear its ugly head). And this change could not come soon enough for me! I love Fall, the sights, the smells, the food, the holidays,

I love Fall, the sights, the smells, the food, the holidays, and my favorite, anything pumpkin spice flavored! Mind you, there is one exception to my list of fall favorites, my seasonal fall allergies. Now if you’re anything like me, this time of year your ragweed and allergy may have you running indoors, preventing you from seeing and experiencing all that is great this time of year.

If you feel like your allergies are starting sooner this year, don’t feel alone, because they are.

Ultimately, climate change, and the resulting higher temperature fluctuation, paired with global increases in carbon dioxide levels, allow pollen-producing plants to live longer and to produce more and more mega-potent pollen. And this year, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology announced that the season will extend through November, rather than ending at the end of September as it normally does.

But that doesn’t mean you have to suffer for 4 more weeks. Lately, I have started on a new natural allergy-fighting path and have found that there in fact foods you eat (and again should not eat) can help stifle your sniffling, watery eyes, and general malaise.

Moreover, some foods are not only helpful in fighting seasonal allergies, but these same organic options can also help to build up your immune system too! And what’s better than finding out that all those delicious, seasonal food options, currently available now from your farmers’ market and super-centers can help you live a better quality of life? Nothing is better than that my friends. Nothing!

This makes this time of year the best time to hit the market for these nine fabulous, frugal, fresh finds! But before you head out to your local markets, consider the following 9 seasonal food options when it comes to fighting fall allergies in your own home.

9 Foods that help fight seasonal fall allergies

Broccoli

This dinner staple serves two purposes in fighting your allergy symptoms. It’s high in allergy-relieving Vitamin C, and it’s a member of the crucifer family, plants that have been shown to clear out blocked-up sinuses. Researchers from Johns Hopkins have found that about 500 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C a day can ease allergy symptoms and just 1 cup of raw broccoli packs about 80 milligrams of the immune-boosting good stuff!

Kale

This superfood contains another awesome form of vitamin A which is thought to improve allergy symptoms. Several studies have shown that people with low vitamin A stores are more likely to have asthma and allergy problems. And as savvy savers, why often see savings app deals on Kale weekly, making this an affordable, natural option for yourself this season at home?

Collard Greens

In full disclosure, I must admit that I love collard greens! As a Southerner, it’s a staple in our home, especially in the fall, and of course, for New Year’s Day meals! However, if your nose is being hijacked by hay fever, serving collard greens weekly can help! Their phytochemical content eases allergy issues. The darker the leaves, the higher the carotenoid content. A twice-weekly serving of these affordable greens can truly help!

Onions

Onions and garlic are packed with quercetin, which is a natural antihistamine that helps quell inflammation in your system, which helps stem the side effects associated with allergic inflammation, such as stuffy noses and watery eyes. Consider couponing to score free frozen onions and garlic, awesome for quick stir-fry meals, and sandwiches this fall!

Pumpkins

This visually appealing fall staple, is rich in allergy-fighting carotenoids, the form of vitamin A, which helps the body to better ward off allergies. There are hundreds of ways to consume this festive beauty, including coffee, bread, soups, stews, pies, and much more!

Carrots

This carotenoid powerhouse contains lots of healthy beta-carotene, to help ward off your ragweed drudgery. Consider throwing carrot sticks in for lunches, or trying glazed carrots with dinners.

Celery

Celery is full of vitamin C, making it an affordable allergy tool. But did you also know that celery can also help high blood pressure and chronic pain? Consumed raw or cooked, you will benefit from this veggie, without losing access to its nutrients. And don’t ignore the leaves; chop those up for use in soups and stews to get their vitamin C content, as well!

Stinging Nettle

This affordable herb helps stifle inflammation, as contains histamine, the chemical your body produces during an allergic reaction, so by taking this herb, you can help your body acquire tolerance to seasonal allergies.

Cranberries

This seasonal beauty is a powerful tool in terms of antioxidant fighting. This fruit can be your new go-to to fight free radicals. A bonus? Cranberries, to their role in the synthesis of collagen, can help keep you looking younger too! Savvy savers know, this coming season will have many BOGO deals for fresh, dried, and frozen cranberries.

Friends, these are my 9 go-to foods to help fight my allergy and sinus issues at home each fall season. I hope these tips can help you naturally fight your fall seasonal allergies too! if you have any tips for using food to fight allergies in your own home, I’d love to hear about them below as well!

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