Here in western Oregon, we are now into our spring allergy season. I’ve become more aware of it when I’m talking with a group of friends and I’m now struggling to hear them. Though I have year-round allergies, for some reason spring brings fluid into my ears. If you have seasonal challenges like me, here are some ways of reducing allergy symptoms.
Of course, there are a number of over-the-counter medications available to alleviate symptoms; pills, nasal sprays, and eye drops. Here are some other non-medication tips.
Keep windows and doors closed during times of high pollen counts.
Avoid line drying your clothes, use a dryer.
Consider an air filter with a Hepa filter.
If you have severe allergies, consider a quick shower and clean clothes when you come home after being outdoors.
Wash your face with cool water after being outside. I’ve been amazed how much this has helped me and is quick and easy to do even in a public bathroom.
Consider change your pillow case Frequently before sleep.
Try to vacuum and dust more often and consider leaving your shoes outside (there are times the soles of my shoes have been green with pollen).
Use saline spray to help rinse your nose of allergens. This has helped me get my ears to open up. It helps get my sinuses to open, helping my eustachian tubes clear.
Wash your tops or change them followed by washing Your face.
There are many apps that will give you local pollen counts, we are the best ones to monitor what’s bothering us. We don’t all have the same allergies and react differently. Enjoy the spring flowers with a few new tools to manage allergies.
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