Allergy Relief Expert

Controlling allergies is a huge subject that is always under scrutiny by the millions of allergy sufferers who wake up daily with this chronic condition.

Here are some important allergy control tips:

1. Try to figure out what you are allergic to: pollen, grass, hay, dust, house mites, etc. Then try to stay away from the things that trigger your symptoms. You’ll probably never be able to completely get away from them, but you can try and minimize your exposure.
2. If your allergens (the things you are allergic to) are located outside (pollen, grass, etc.), then stay inside as much as you can during the seasons that disturb you the most (early spring, etc.). Keep your doors and windows closed and run the air conditioner. If possible, put an air filter system on your air conditioner so that it filters dust and pollen from the air as it cools it. Also try using a dehumidifying machine if your climate is very humid. A cool, low-humidity environment also helps prevent dust mites (a common allergen) from growing. The cool air also helps prevent household molds from growing (many people are allergic to molds).
3. Always use your air conditioner in your car, and avoid riding with the windows down or in a convertible.
4. Keep your pets outdoors as much as possible. If you allow them inside, keep them from getting on the furniture and going into your bedroom.

Medical Source: U.S. Pharmacist (17,7:38)

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Nose Woes – Tips for Allergy Sufferers

If you or someone you know are among the 35 million people across the globe who suffer from seasonal allergies, here are ten steps you can take to minimize spring allergies at home:

1. Consult an allergist.

   Consider allergy tests and allergy shots.

2. Remove shoes.

   Leave shoes at the door entrance as you enter the house.

3. Avoid exposure.

   Keep the doors and windows closed to minimize pollen from entering your home; keep car windows closed.

4. Clean yourself frequently.

   Wash your hair and change your clothes after coming in from the outside.

5. Use higher efficient filters.

   Use pleated air filters regularly in heat pumps or air conditioners.

6. Use the clothes dryer.

   Don’t hang your clothes outside to dry.

7. Wear a mask.

   When outside working, consider wearing a N95 face mask approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

8. Purify the indoor air.

   Use High Efficient Particle Air (HEPA) vacuum cleaners and air purifiers. They are efficient at removing 99% of airborne allergens.

9. Clean bedding and linens.

   Wash your bedding and pillow covers weekly.

10. Clean your carpets, rugs and furniture.

    Vacuum twice a week with a HEPA vacuum.

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