Just when you think it’s safe to take a breath, hold that thought because winter allergies are about to kick in. Once you turn on the furnace, you start stirring up a whole lot of allergens like mold, pollen, and dust mites—which trigger sneezing, stuffy noses, and itchy eyes.
So keep your allergy meds handy and try these timely tips:
- Wash your bedding once a week in hot water, and dry it on the highest heat on your dryer.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a mask whenever you dust or vacuum. Pick up a packet of these disposable dust masks at your local drugstore.
- Have your furnace serviced before you turn it on for the season, and then change the filter frequently—every couple of months or so.
Keep in mind that it’s not just turning on your furnace that can trigger winter sneezes, wheezes, and itches. Dust mites are major indoor allergens, too—and they love to sleep in your bed, so use a natural citrus laundry detergent and wash your bedding often.
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