You are sure to have experienced this phenomena before. A sniffle here, a cough there and a sneeze everywhere. Usually around this time in the year. If that describes you, you likely have allergies. Such allergies are extremely irritating, though it is quite possible to manage them effectively by using some of the ideas that follow.
There is no way that you can avoid dust mites. Dust mites thrive in the bedroom. They feed on dead skin cells found mostly on pillows and mattresses. Gross! Use dust mite covers that help keep out dust mites from both your mattress and your pillows. Be sure to wash the covers on a regular basis, in the hot water cycle.
Get rid of carpeting and avoid using rugs. It is hard to clean a carpet properly and the particles they hold, such as dust, pollen and dander, could trigger your allergy symptoms. Instead, use flooring such as tile or hardwood that can be easily mopped.
Be sure to wash thoroughly before you lay down for the night. It is possible for pollen to accumulate in the hair and on the skin, prompting allergic reactions during the night. Simply wash quickly, and you will find you feel much better.
Make sure your bathroom has a lot of ventilation to prevent mildew and mold. Such allergens proliferate in warm, wet areas. Hang wet washcloths and towels on bars and turn on the fan after you’ve showered. If your bathroom has a window, open it an inch or two to bring in clean, dry air.
Tear out your carpeting. Expired dust mites, pollen and dust can be found in great plentitude in carpet. If your home has wall-to-wall carpet and you have the money to do some remodeling, rip it out and replace it with hardwood or tile floors. That will create a major difference in the number of allergens you breathe in every day. If you cannot switch to these kinds of floors, vacuum everyday.
As said previously, most people have allergies despite spending lots of time outside. Hopefully the tips above have provided you with some invaluable advice that will help you to not only survive allergy season, but to actually enjoy it. Good luck!
