Summer Heat and Allergies
For some reason my mind is on allergies today. I’m not sure if it’s because it’s warm outside and I tend to spend more time out there and, of course, my nose has started the incessant drip. Or, if it’s because I have several family members who have started the sneezing, dripping and coughing of summer allergy season. As I search for solutions it seems like we are definitely not the only ones. The biggest trigger seems to be the pollen in the air especially in the summer when everything is in full bloom, which is definitely the case now. So, we know we are having to deal with this, but is there anything we might be forgetting in trying to make things more manageable. Well, in my search I did find a few things that I never thought of before. Perhaps you haven’t either.
First, experts say that even though it is hot avoid using fans that suck all that pollen-infested air into your home. In fact, shut all the doors and windows and run the air-conditioner. This actually applies to your car as well. Keep the windows shut and run the air conditioner on the ‘recirculate ‘ setting.
Next, try exercising indoors when pollen counts are especially high. If you are an afternoon or evening exercise enthusiast you might consider indoor exercise as well. Pollen counts are usually their highest during these times.
Also, loving accessorizing is not only fun but can help you with allergy symptoms. What? I know this one intrigued me too. Apparently wearing oversized sunglasses and big wide-brimmed hats can help keep the pollen away from our eyes, faces and hair. Who knew?
The last suggestion is to wash your hair at night to get rid of the pollen that might be there and wear fresh clean attire to sleep in.
Source: abcnews.go.com/health/top-summer-allergens/
All of these made me do some rethinking of habits I have. Anyway, hope it helps you out with some of your allergy issues along the way. If we can help you further give us a call or visit our site and we’ll help you clean up your indoor breathing atmosphere.
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