1 Steep the tea for 5 minutes. Dunk the tea bags a few times in the water to fully hydrate, then leave submerged with the strings hanging over the side of the pot. After 5 minutes, remove the bags and discard.  Add the sugar to the tea.
Peppermint can be very effective against seasonal allergies. You can boil peppermint leaves in water and inhale that steam for getting your nasal passages clear. you can also prepare peppermint tea by boiling peppermint leaves in water for 5 minutes, straining them and adding one tablespoon of honey to this water.
An overview on hives natural treatment options with home remedies: 1  Prepare a bath of hot water and add a cup of baking soda. 2  Milk of magnesia applied directly to the affected area and within minutes the discomfort disappears. 3  Take two tablespoons of lime leaves, valerian or chamomile and boil in a cup of water for 5 minutes.