It's common for people to be allergic to things like pollen and peanuts, but according to a recent CNN article, there are certain triggers most folks aren't even aware of. These can include:
Anti-itch creams – "Talk about irony. You've got a bug bite on your leg that itches like crazy, so you dab on an anti-itch cream from the drugstore," states the source. "The next day, the itch is worse, so you slather on more cream. Turns out you're allergic to the cream; that bug bite is now full-blown dermatitis […] These creams usually contain neomycin, which is a potential allergen."
House plants – In most cases it's not the plants themselves that people are allergic to, it's the mold that's apt to grow on these plants. When mold enters your airways, it can make it difficult for you to breathe.
The lotion you've been using for years – Even if you've been using the same lotion without any issues, you could suddenly begin having an allergic reaction to it.
Your bedding – Dust mites thrive in warm environments and feed on dead flakes of human skin, so what better place for them to accumulate than in your bed? It's certainly pretty gross to think about, but the good news is that you can combat these microscopic critters by washing your sheets regularly in hot water. You may also want to consider investing in hypoallergenic bedding, which is specially designed to prevent the buildup of pollutants.
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