Keep allergies at bay with these simple changes April showers bring May flowers…and all the pollen that comes with it. When you breath in pollen, your body sees it as a sort of invader that needs to be stopped, and the immune system attacks it as it would a virus or bacteria. These defensive antibodies release histamines, and histamines cause all those annoying symptoms – itchy eyes, sneezing, and runny noses. Allergies are no fun for anyone, and regardless of where you live, there’s a good chance that a bout of allergies is heading your way. You can keep an eye on the pollen forecast and avoid outdoor activities on allergen high days or take your daily over-the-counter allergy medicine to help lessen these effects….
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Hypo Allergenic Bedding Questions Finally Answered!
What Does “Hypo Allergenic” Mean? Relatively unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. Am I Allergic To Dust? For real confirmation, as to whether you are allergic to dust, we recommend you speak to an allergist. However, if you want to take the common sense approach, here you go. If you find yourself having trouble sleeping at night and you’re constantly waking up with a runny and itchy chances are that dust mites might be behind it and you are allergic. Here is a list of the most common symptoms of dust mite allergies: Runny nose Stuffy nose Coughing Wheezing Watery eyes Sneezing Congestion Difficulty Breathing What Are Dust Mites? Simply put, dust mites are tiny cream-colored microorganisms that love warm and moist climates. They make their…