Springtime is when the flowers bloom and the weather changes for the better. Unfortunately, it’s also the time that allergies start to plague millions of people. The advice presented below may be very useful to you if you are among the vast number of people who have to deal with seasonal allergies.
Dust mites are a very difficult allergen to control. They live in pillows and mattresses. Not such a pretty picture! Use mattress and pillow case covers with zippers to avoid these. You also want to do a weekly washing of all of your sheets in piping hot water to keep your bed clean.
Wherever possible, try not to use carpets or large area rugs in your house. It is hard to clean a carpet properly and the particles they hold, such as dust, pollen and dander, could trigger your allergy symptoms. Make use of flooring that can be mopped or swept clean instead.
Make sure that the ventilation in your bathroom is adequate to limit the growth of mold and mildew. These particular allergens thrive in environments that are moist and warm. Therefore, you should ensure that you hang washcloths and wet towels on a bar, and after you shower, turn on the fan. If your bathroom does not contain a fan, open a window to let cold air in.
If you plan to engage in outdoor activities during high pollen season, try to do so in the early morning or late evening hours. It has been shown through numerous studies that pollen levels rise during mid day, but are lowest during the morning and early evening.
If you have a child with food allergies and you are planning a trip, remember to pack an assortment of known “safe” foods before you leave. This is especially true when visiting foreign countries. You may find yourself stuck in an an area that doesn’t offer labeling of foods that may affect your child’s food allergy.
Ideally, you have learned a few ways in which you can deal with the allergies that are plaguing your life. Most people have places to go, people to see, and things to do, and can’t afford to be bogged down by annoying allergies. Master your allergies and reclaim your life!
