It's Allergy Season

When I think of allergies, I think red eyes, runny nose and a box of Kleenex everywhere I go. Fall can be the worst season especially for those individuals with allergies.

To differentiate between the common cold and allergies, note that allergies usually have itchy symptoms; itchy eyes, itchy nose and sneezing. I didn’t know this for so long, I always treated it as a cold.

Some ways of avoiding allergies are;

• Keeping doors and windows shut.
• Dusting often; vacuum and use microfiber dust mops to clean
• Change your air-conditioner filter, at least once a month.
• Staying away from fields with corn, grains or places where ragweed loves to grow.
• Be proactive, lower indoor humidity during summer. Pollen take advantage of a high-humidity summer for their autumn explosion.
• It is almost impossible to detect and avoid pollen areas so keep your medicine with you at all times.

There are several over the counter medicines that you can get to treat allergies, they can be decongestants or antihistamines that open up the airway. However, before taking any medication for your symptoms, please consult your doctor.