Although allergies are a fairly common and well-known condition, people who don't have allergies don't realize how much of an impact that these triggers can have on someone's life. Pet dander and pollen are two common allergic triggers, which can be difficult to escape. Read this article for tips on dealing with your allergies.
Shower before bed, taking special care to wash your hair thoroughly. Pollen, dust, and other allergens can get trapped on your skin and in your hair as you go through your day. If you normally shower in the morning, consider switching to an evening schedule. This will give you the chance to remove these irritants before bed, allowing you to have a restful night's sleep.
People's tolerance to allergens changes as they age. Babies can first show evidence of allergies when initially exposed to the proteins in foods. As infants become young children, they become exposed to other protein allergens. Later, they could develop pollen allergies. If your child starts showing symptoms of allergies to spores or pollen, don't think it's nothing just because they have never seemed allergic to those things before.
Make your home a little more allergy-free by implementing a no-shoes policy. Why? Because shoes come in from outdoors and carry with them dirt and pollen among other things, only adding to the indoor allergens you are already trying to eliminate. When guests come, offer them slippers or socks you keep especially for this purpose!
Shower, and wash your hair before going to bed every night. Believe it or not, pollen can collect in your hair and on your body. Causing allergies to worsen overnight. Be sure to wash your body, and hair thoroughly before going to bed. This can be prevention for this happening.
If you are allergic to pet dander, designate at least one area in the house as a "pet-free"� zone. Your bedroom is the most obvious choice. Keeping this area clean, and free from intrusions by your furry friends can significantly alleviate your allergy symptoms. The alternative, of course, is to designate a single area in which your pet can stay.
Leave your shoes at the door. Believe it or not, your shoes can be a common breeding ground for mold, especially in the fall months when there are leaves on the ground. Avoid bring the mold into your home by having everyone remove their shoes before they walk into your home.
Make a saltwater nasal spray at home if you suffer from allergies. This can greatly help any nasal congestion you have. To do this, simply mix a half a teaspoon of salt with 8 ounces of water into a squirt bottle. Then, just use the spray in your nose like you would have with any other nasal spray.
Do not be fooled into thinking that an allergy to mold means that you are safe outdoors. Fungi and mold spores can be found everywhere especially in the summer months. You will find them growing on decaying leaves, rotting wood, and even in the soil. So if you are allergic to mold, avoid the outdoors when it is wet.
Our bedding, curtains, comforters, and towels are all potential sources for dust mites. Dust mites are a very common cause of allergies. If you wash these items in hot water that is a minimum of 130 degrees. You will kill the dust mites, and reduce the allergens in your living environment.
If you experience post-nasal drip as a result of allergies, you may feel as if there is a large amount of mucus in the back of your throat. This uncomfortable feeling is actually the result of a swollen or irritated uvula, and you may end up with a sore throat if you constantly try to dislodge non-existent mucus. Drink a glass of ice water to reduce that swelling and provide quick relief.
If you have carpeting anywhere in your home, be sure to take the time to vacuum it a few times a week. Also do not be stingy when you purchase a vacuum. Spend a little more to get a good quality vacuum and make sure that it has a HEPA (high efficiency particulate air) filter which will help trap allergens.
To relieve red, irritated, itchy eyes, use a combination of a decongestant and an antihistamine. The decongestant will help to thin any mucus secretions, while the antihistamine will help improve the allergic reaction. Use these in combination with allergy eye drops and cold compresses to relieve even the most itchy irritated eyes.
Pollen is more active between the hours of 5 a.m. and 10 a.m., so you should try to avoid being outside at that time, if you do not have to be. While pollen will be present at all times of the day, these are the hours where it is more abundant.
One way to keep allergies under control is, to make sure that all of the surfaces in your house are cleaned. This is good to do because you will limit the amount of exposure you will have to dust, and other particles that may cause allergy outbreaks. Limit the amount of chemicals that you use by just cleaning with a damp rag.
There are many different ways to deal with your allergies, whether it be simply avoiding the triggers (for those who have food allergies) or using over the counter medications like Claritin (for those who find it more difficult to escape triggers). Remember these tips and learn to live comfortably, even with allergies!
Shower before bed, taking special care to wash your hair thoroughly. Pollen, dust, and other allergens can get trapped on your skin and in your hair as you go through your day. If you normally shower in the morning, consider switching to an evening schedule. This will give you the chance to remove these irritants before bed, allowing you to have a restful night's sleep.
People's tolerance to allergens changes as they age. Babies can first show evidence of allergies when initially exposed to the proteins in foods. As infants become young children, they become exposed to other protein allergens. Later, they could develop pollen allergies. If your child starts showing symptoms of allergies to spores or pollen, don't think it's nothing just because they have never seemed allergic to those things before.
Make your home a little more allergy-free by implementing a no-shoes policy. Why? Because shoes come in from outdoors and carry with them dirt and pollen among other things, only adding to the indoor allergens you are already trying to eliminate. When guests come, offer them slippers or socks you keep especially for this purpose!
Shower, and wash your hair before going to bed every night. Believe it or not, pollen can collect in your hair and on your body. Causing allergies to worsen overnight. Be sure to wash your body, and hair thoroughly before going to bed. This can be prevention for this happening.
If you are allergic to pet dander, designate at least one area in the house as a "pet-free"� zone. Your bedroom is the most obvious choice. Keeping this area clean, and free from intrusions by your furry friends can significantly alleviate your allergy symptoms. The alternative, of course, is to designate a single area in which your pet can stay.
Leave your shoes at the door. Believe it or not, your shoes can be a common breeding ground for mold, especially in the fall months when there are leaves on the ground. Avoid bring the mold into your home by having everyone remove their shoes before they walk into your home.
Make a saltwater nasal spray at home if you suffer from allergies. This can greatly help any nasal congestion you have. To do this, simply mix a half a teaspoon of salt with 8 ounces of water into a squirt bottle. Then, just use the spray in your nose like you would have with any other nasal spray.
Do not be fooled into thinking that an allergy to mold means that you are safe outdoors. Fungi and mold spores can be found everywhere especially in the summer months. You will find them growing on decaying leaves, rotting wood, and even in the soil. So if you are allergic to mold, avoid the outdoors when it is wet.
Our bedding, curtains, comforters, and towels are all potential sources for dust mites. Dust mites are a very common cause of allergies. If you wash these items in hot water that is a minimum of 130 degrees. You will kill the dust mites, and reduce the allergens in your living environment.
If you experience post-nasal drip as a result of allergies, you may feel as if there is a large amount of mucus in the back of your throat. This uncomfortable feeling is actually the result of a swollen or irritated uvula, and you may end up with a sore throat if you constantly try to dislodge non-existent mucus. Drink a glass of ice water to reduce that swelling and provide quick relief.
If you have carpeting anywhere in your home, be sure to take the time to vacuum it a few times a week. Also do not be stingy when you purchase a vacuum. Spend a little more to get a good quality vacuum and make sure that it has a HEPA (high efficiency particulate air) filter which will help trap allergens.
To relieve red, irritated, itchy eyes, use a combination of a decongestant and an antihistamine. The decongestant will help to thin any mucus secretions, while the antihistamine will help improve the allergic reaction. Use these in combination with allergy eye drops and cold compresses to relieve even the most itchy irritated eyes.
Pollen is more active between the hours of 5 a.m. and 10 a.m., so you should try to avoid being outside at that time, if you do not have to be. While pollen will be present at all times of the day, these are the hours where it is more abundant.
One way to keep allergies under control is, to make sure that all of the surfaces in your house are cleaned. This is good to do because you will limit the amount of exposure you will have to dust, and other particles that may cause allergy outbreaks. Limit the amount of chemicals that you use by just cleaning with a damp rag.
There are many different ways to deal with your allergies, whether it be simply avoiding the triggers (for those who have food allergies) or using over the counter medications like Claritin (for those who find it more difficult to escape triggers). Remember these tips and learn to live comfortably, even with allergies!