Millions of Americans are battling hay fever this fall, but there are common household irritants that may be making their symptoms even worse. Keep in mind that the following surprising items could be exacerbating your allergies:
Bath soaps – "The majority of skin sensitivities are caused not by the cleaning agent but by a perfume additive," Dr. James Wedner of the Washington University School of Medicine explained to Health.com. "And nearly every soap now has some sort of plant in it to make it fancy — roses, elderberries, etc. The skin can respond with irritation, and give you a rash."
Spices – You may notice that after eating certain flavorful dishes, your mouth starts to swell and itch. This may be because you're allergic to the plants that the spices come from, so it's a good idea to pay attention to which ones are making you react so you can avoid them.
Stuffed animals – In addition to accumulating in mattresses and sheets, dust mites can build up in your children's stuffed animals. To prevent this from happening, make a point to clean these toys every few weeks using hot water.
The good news is that for those who suffer from allergies, there are plenty of simple ways to reduce irritating symptoms. By arming yourself with allergy control products such as hypoallergenic bedding and an allergen air purifier, you can significantly improve your quality of life.
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