Winter Allergies Getting the Best of You?

Dee wrote:

When you think of allergens, the first thing you probably think of is spring.  The flowers are blooming, the grass is growing, and many people are suffering.  The problem is that just because spring has come and gone, it doesn’t mean your allergies have too.  For many people, winter allergies can be just as annoying, or worse.
Many people don’t worry about allergies during the winter.  Since the plants are all dormant, it’s true that you don’t have to worry about most outdoor allergens, but that doesn’t mean you’re in the clear.  As you spend more time indoors, avoiding the cold, you’re also exposing yourself to more indoor allergies.
The most common indoor allergy is dust.  While people aren’t actually allergic to the dust, many are allergic to the tiny organisms, mold, and other disgusting things living inside the dust.  If you or a family is allergic to dust mites, you should take care to dust and vacuum regularly.  Be sure to use a product that picks up particles rather than just spreading them around.   You may also try products that help keep you from dusting as often.
While many people with dust allergies dust almost compulsively, they often find themselves still having allergy issues.  Many times, this is due to allergens that have worked their way into pillows and other bedding.  Be sure to wash your sheets and blankets regularly, along with using hypoallergenic covers on mattresses and pillows.
Another common winter allergy is pet dander.  While it may be great to have […]

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