Combat Your Spring & Summer Allergies
If you have allergies or asthma, spring and summer can be challenging times of the year. Spring and summer are known for temperature and humidity changes as well as high pollen counts. The morning is when the pollen count is at its highest. There are three phases to treating seasonal allergies: environmental control, medication, and immunotherapy. Don’t let those spring and summer allergies bog you down! Here are a few tips to combat your spring and summer allergies:
- Keep Pollen under Control- Wash bedding every week in hot water. Wash your hair and shower before going to bed, since pollen can accumulate in hair.
- Go natural and try using nasal irrigation to cleanse and clear your sinuses.
- Seasonal allergies are brutal on the body’s ability to stay hydrated. Drinking a lot of water to flush your system will support the
- elimination of foreign irritants in your system.
- Clean Every Surface- Wear a mask and gloves when cleaning, vacuuming, or painting to limit dust and chemical exposure. Vacuum twice a week.
- Wash Rugs- Limit throw rugs to reduce dust and mold build up. If you do have rugs, make sure they are washable.
- Keep Indoor Air Clean- Keep windows closed to reduce pollen from entering the house. Change filters in air conditioning units and vents frequently during this time of year.
- Preventing pollen from building up on your eye lashes by wearing large sunglasses.
If you are an allergy sufferer don’t let the beautiful weather keep you inside!
