Got allergies? Here are five simple steps to keep your hay fever symptoms at bay.
1. Wear natural fabrics.
When you pick natural fabrics such as cotton, you'll attract less pollen, some experts say. Silks and synthetic fabrics tend to build up static electricity, which attracts pollen.
2. Wash your hair before bed.
If you're a morning shampoo person, consider switching to shampooing and showering before bed instead. That way pollen that collected on your hair during the day won’t rub off on your pillow.
3. Close the windows.
Open windows can be refreshing, but they let in pollen. Close windows and outside doors, especially on high-pollen days, and turn on the heat or the air-conditioning.
4. Use the ''recirculate" option in the car.
Keep windows and sunroofs closed. Especially on high-pollen days, recirculate the air in your car instead of using the vent, which may let in pollen. Use the air conditioner and adjust the temperature to your comfort.
5. Check the pollen count and plan your day accordingly.
The web site of the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology offers a daily pollen count by zip code, e-mailed to you.
If the predicted pollen count is high, try to plan your schedule accordingly. Delay errands and exercise, if possible, until later in the day, when pollen counts are typically lower. Take your allergy medications with you. Wear sunglasses, which can help keep pollen out of your eyes. Pollen counts are usually highest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Weather conditions also play a role in pollen levels. Pollen sticks around in moderate temperatures with low humidity and a gentle breeze. Rain washes pollen away. Pollen is carried by the wind, so a still day will typically have lower pollen levels.
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