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5 Strategies You Aren’t Using (But Really Should) to Survive Allergy Season

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Do you ever get allergy attacks? I’m talking about when you have crazy sneezing fits and just can’t seem to get it under control? I had one this year (that’s one too many…they are awful!) and that prompted me to do some digging about what I can do to help keep my body happy during allergy season that I’m not already doing.

I actually found 4 things that I haven’t been doing, and 1 that I already do (but that you probably don’t!). So let’s dive in and learn together!

seasonal allergy relief tips

1. Save Outdoor Exerise for Later in the Day

It turns out that allergen levels in the air can be at their worst during the first part of the day, so save your walk or your outside play time for later.

2. Keep Windows Closed

I know it’s so tempting to open up and enjoy those beautiful spring breezes. They really do feel great. But they come at a cost! By opening up a lot during this time of year, you are letting in all kinds of pollen and other allergens that might give you fits.

3. Try a HEPA Air Purifier

This is the strategy that I already do and that I very highly recommend. Honeywell recently sent me the HPA100 and the difference in our air quality has been noticeable. We move the highly portable device between different rooms just depending on which family member might be in need of a little extra support, and also depending on our activities. For example, if I’m vacuuming in a room you’d better believe that I’m running my Honeywell Air Purifier in that room after I’m done! Watch this quick video to see why the two go hand in hand.

I think having a HEPA Air Filter like what Honeywell offers is one of the very smartest things you can do to keep you and your family from having major allergy issues. There’s no way to keep all that dust and pollen from getting into your house. Once it’s there, let Honeywell take care of it for you. My Honeywell Air Purifer (model HPA100) captures 99.97% of microscopic airborne particles that pass through the filters.

honeywell air filter

4. Wear Sunglasses

This one might have surprised me the most. I knew sunglasses were good for overall eye health, but I never thought about the fact that they also serve as a physical barrier between all those allergens in the air and your eyes, which can become itchy and irritated by them. I have been contemplating investing in a prescription pair of sunglasses, and realizing this particular benefit of wearing them is all I need to hear. I’ll be buying a pair shortly!

5. Shower & Change Clothes After Being Outside

It’s not practical, nor would it be fun, to stay inside all spring. After all, this is a truly beautiful time of year with the great weather and all the lovely colors. So when you do spend a fair chunk of time outside this season, make sure you can enjoy the rest of the day by getting those pesky allergens off of you straight away. Rinse off in the shower and select new digs and it will help cut down on allergy problems.

Best of luck getting through spring allergy season without those pesky allergy attacks. Hopefully I’ve given you some new strategies to help! Want more tips to help you eliminate allergy attacks and breathe easy this spring? Check out the Honeywell Facebook page and follow Honeywell on Twitter.

 

 

Sneezing? Blurry Eyes? Best Buy Can Help With That, Too!

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Are you sneezing like crazy in your neck of the woods? I’m happy to report that whenever I’m inside my house these days, I’m feeling really good. But as soon as I step outside, the itchy nose, watery eyes, scratchy throat, sneezing and wheezing fun begins, usually in just the time it takes for me to get from my house to my car, which is about 10 seconds.

Yuck!

allergies from goldenrod

photo credit: bill barber via photopin cc

So why is the inside of my house a safe place for this allergy-prone gal? Because I have an air purifier, also known as my very best friend throughout the spring and the fall.

What’s that, you say? You don’t own one? Because they are on the pricey side?

Oh my friends. Let me help you out RIGHT NOW!!!! Best Buy, a store you already know and love, actually carries air purifiers (did you know that?!) and they want to help get your allergies under control and make it more affordable to do so! Right now they have a special Friends and Family coupon offer that I get to extend to my entire Stuff Parents Need family. It will take 20% off the price of any air purification product sold at Best Buy between now and April 15th! It is only valid in stores, so make sure you get it on your calendar to go in the next week and get some much needed relief.

I know air purifiers aren’t exactly the most glamorous purchase on earth, but as someone who lived without one for years and is now experiencing life with one, I wish so much that I purchased one sooner. I could have saved hundreds on allergy medication, not to mention boxes of tissue and lots of time spent feeling icky!

If your mortal enemy looks like mine (goldenrod, pictured above, is my kryptonite), then now is the time to get the very best weapon in the fight against allergies. Best Buy is a fantastic place to buy an air purifier. Don’t forget the 20% off coupon!

I have been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card in exchange for my time sharing this helpful information with you. All thoughts (and allergy woes) are mine alone!