If you've been suffering from seasonal allergies, don't expect them to go away anytime soon. The warm weather has pushed fall allergies, usually consisting of ragweed, mold spores and dust, into the winter. If you're looking for ways to better protect yourself from aggressive allergens, heed our advice from part one of this two-part series: Make your bedroom allergen-free by purchasing dust mite and allergen-resistant pillows, sheets and covers, and change the filters in your HVAC system.
Here are a couple more ways to keep your allergies at bay:
1. Balance the moisture in your home
Your home's indoor air humidity level should be between 35 and 45 percent. If humidity is too high, mold can grow. If it's too low, the dry air can cause dust to build up and your allergies to become worse. Dry air irritates and inflames nasal passages. To better manage humidity levels, purchase a humidifier or dehumidifier.
2. Clean wisely
When vacuuming, wear a mask to ensure allergens don't enter your nasal passages and always use a HEPA-equipped device. While vacuuming does clear out dust, it can also cause dust to fly up in the air. Because of this, vacuum before cleaning off surfaces. This will ensure that any dust that does fly up and cover surfaces is completely removed.
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