If you love to garden but are worried about how it will affect your fall allergies, you can rest assured knowing that by following these helpful tips, you can keep your seasonal allergy symptoms at a minimum:
Educate yourself about different plants – There are obvious plants, like ragweed, that you'll want to make an effort to avoid this fall — but not every flower that produces noticeable amounts of pollen will exacerbate your symptoms. Goldenrod, for example, has thick, heavy pollen that's generally too heavy to become airborne, so don't rule it out of your garden plan.
Plan around the weather – "A light rain can temporarily clear pollen from the air, making the aftermath of a rain shower a good time to garden — not to mention making it easier for pulling weeds," states The Wall Street Journal. "Thunderstorms, however, can increase airborne allergens."
Wear a respirator mask – At Allergy Be Gone, our 3M 8210 N95 Disposable Dust / Pollen Masks are ideal for gardening. They work by capturing up to 95 percent of airborne particles so that these harmful irritants aren't entering your airway.
These tips will keep you comfortable while you're outdoors, but what about once you come inside? The good news is that there are a number of allergy products you can buy for the house that are known for being incredibly effective. Consider investing in an allergen air purifier and hypoallergenic bedding for your bedroom. These items combined will ensure that your symptoms don't prevent you from falling asleep at night.
