Allergies - 4 Ways to Pro-Actively Manage Allergies

Sometimes allergy symptoms can come on so gradually that it is difficult to pinpoint when the problem started or what triggered it. In this world of the nanosecond and quick fixes, it is so tempting and often so much easier to treat the symptom rather than look for the underlying cause. Here are 4 ideas for finding airborne allergy triggers and avoiding them for good.

• Reduce Chemical Exposure

Many household products such as new carpet, pressed wood furniture, linoleum, paint, adhesives, wood varnish and stain, household cleaners, office copier toner, cigarette smoke, and even air fresheners and cosmetics contain chemicals such as formaldehyde, benzene, chloride, and toluene to name a few. These products often contain chemicals which vaporize easily into the air which then trigger allergic reactions as well as being the cause of long term health problems. Choose natural materials, ask about the contents of products, and the processes used to make them, choose products that are environmentally friendly and you will find your indoor environment will become a healthier place to be.

• Reduce Biological Pollutants

Biological pollutants include pet dander, mold and mildew spores, dust mites. These pollutants can be found in the cleanest of homes, but if your allergy is triggered by any of these, you will need to remove them as quickly and as continuously as they become airborne. A high efficiency particle arresting air purifier is designed to remove pollutants such as these, and many remove particles as small as .1 micron.

• Clean Rather Than Stir

Choose a hepa vacuum cleaner that will trap particles rather than a feather duster or dry cloth that will likely send pollutants airborne again. Make sure you throw out the used vacuum bag so the pollutants are really out of your environment. Use a damp cloth, water and baking soda, water and vinegar, to clean and avoid exposure to chemicals mentioned in the first paragraph.

• Reevaluate and Reduce

You should always consult with your physician if you are currently taking prescribed medications and are under the care of a doctor for your allergies. But, if you are taking over the counter remedies, putting the above suggestions in place and determining whether they make a difference may save you money, and increase your overall sense of well being, and quality of life.

Take good care,

Debbie Davis

20 Nov 2008 18:58:37

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