Just because it's not officially winter, doesn't mean you won't have to deal with winter allergies. Ragweed, mold and dust allergies are all common this time of year and are very difficult to control unless you know how to do so.
The following are tips that can help you manage these allergies. But remember, it's always important to take additional steps such as getting allergy tested and fortifying your home with proper air conditioning, filters and dehumidifiers, if necessary.
1. Make a plan: Let's say you followed all of the tips we're about to discuss, but still have an allergy attack. Make sure to have all of the correct allergy medicines on hand.
2. Spend more time indoors: If you exercise, do so in your home or at a gym with closed windows. This will limit your exposure to ragweed pollen.
3. Wash your hands: If you have to spend time outdoors, like doing yard work, wash off all potential germs and allergens when you get back inside.
4. Take medications: It's important to consistently take medications. Doing so will help build up your immune system.
5. Don't use the fireplace: A fireplace can worsen allergies. First, allergens can enter through the chimney. Second, smoke can make breathing more difficult, which can make allergies worse.
6. Defend your home: We already mentioned a few ways to help fortify your home, but you can take this advice one step further by having your home audited. A professional can check for any air leaks that might be letting pollen into your home.
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