It’s Spring, and for many people, along with the beautiful weather – and new blooming foliage – comes allergies.Many people suffer with allergies, particularly pollen. Unfortunately, this type of allergen can be very difficult to avoid, since every time you step out of your house, you are surrounded by the very things that can get your eyes watering, sinuses clogged and lungs wheezing.But there are ways to diminish the effects of seasonal allergies on your health:
- Schedule your outdoor activities, including exercise, in the early morning or evening, since this is the time when the pollen count is lowest.
- When indoors, keep windows closed and use the air conditioner to reduce the pollen inside your home.
- If you need to be outdoors, wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from allergens. When you come in, shower and wash your hair so that the pollen is washed off your skin and hair, and doesn’t get into your bed linens.
- If you are exposed to pollen, ask your doctor about using a nasal spray or wash like a neti pot to clear your nasal passages. Additionally, ask about over-the-counter preventative allergy medications, which might help relieve your symptoms or block your allergic reaction.
