Crisp air, colorful leaves, and pumpkin decorations are just some of the signs that autumn has returned. But for many, the season also brings unwelcome fall allergies. While cooler weather and festive traditions are enjoyable, allergy symptoms like sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny noses are not.
The main fall allergy triggers are ragweed and mold. Ragweed pollen travels easily in the wind, so flare-ups can happen even if you don’t live near it. Mold thrives in damp areas, including leaf piles, making outdoor chores a risk factor. Thankfully, smart strategies and homeopathic medicines can make symptoms easier to manage.
Attempt Avoidance
The best way to prevent allergies is to avoid your triggers. When they are environmental factors, that becomes more difficult. Do your best to stay indoors when pollen counts are at their peak, especially on windy days. Keep windows and doors closed to block pollen and mold from drifting in. Consider skipping outdoor chores, or have someone else do them, as they kick up allergens.
Wash it Away
The next best thing you can do to avoid seasonal allergies is wash away pollen and spores as soon as you get inside. Allergens readily cling to skin and clothing. Wash your face and hands immediately after spending time outside. Changing your clothes is another helpful strategy to prevent pollen and spores from tagging along. Showering before bed can prevent allergens from settling into pillows and bedding.
Filter the Air
Keep allergens from circulating indoors by filtering the air. Check air and heat filters before seasonal use and vacuum regularly. Consider investing in high-efficiency air filters to trap allergens, too. And if you must do yard work, wear a mask to filter the air before it enters your lungs.
If these prevention techniques aren’t working as well as you need them to, homeopathic medicines can help relieve your symptoms. Boiron’s AllergyCalm and AllergyCalm Kids tablets tackle indoor and outdoor allergy symptoms caused by hay fever and other respiratory allergies.* These non-drowsy, meltaway pellets are easy to take at the first sign to relieve itchy and watery eyes; sneezing and runny nose; and itchy throat and nose associated with allergies. Also check out AllergyCalm in meltaway pellets for adults and kids!
Enjoy fall festivities and autumnal adventures to the fullest using these tricks and homeopathic medicines. Shop for AllergyCalm at a store near you or online at BoironUSA.com.
*Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.
