It’s allergy season — these foods can help ward off a host of allergens

Find relief from allergy symptoms in health-protecting foods such as bell peppers, citrus fruit and broccoli. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Warm weather and beautiful blooms means heightened allergies for a growing number of people.

Whatever the allergen — pollens, pet dander, dust — symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, congestion and itchy, watery eyes affect about one billion people worldwide. Finding relief isn’t easy, but small, simple changes to your eating habits might help ease symptoms.