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]]>As the leaves and branches begin to fall, outdoor mold, fall ragweed, other weeds, and grasses can all trigger the dreaded sniffles and itchy eyes. Not fun. The culprits usually do their worst during August and October, but pollen seasons have reportedly been getting longer over the last few decades, meaning that allergy symptoms may be hanging around a lot longer.
If you’re prone to sneezing, runny nose, streaming eyes, cough, and congestion, there are a few things you can do to ease the discomfort.
As pollen is one of the main instigators, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on which days have high pollen counts and limiting your time outdoors on those days, as well as keeping windows closed. Windy days can also be rough. If you must venture out on these days, wear a mask that covers your mouth and nose.
Symptom triggers can find their way into your home, so take steps to allergy-proof it. Get a vacuum with a HEPA filter that cleans the air, and wash your bed linen with hot water. An air purifier can also work wonders.
If you are truly struggling, there is no shame in going the medicated route. Taking allergy medication like an antihistamine that won’t make you drowsy or a nose spray to reduce nasal inflammation should make a huge difference.
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]]>Even small amounts of low-impact exercise can help. Choose practices like yoga or pilates that allow you to breathe deeply. The important part is to get your heart pumping so that allergens are moved through your bloodstream more quickly.
It’s best to perform whatever exercises you choose indoors so as not to expose yourself to more allergens and pollutants. Consider going to a gym or studio over a park or outdoor track.
Pollen counts are lowest in the morning and tend to increase throughout the day as the air gets warmer and dryer, so it makes sense to do your workout shortly after waking up.
When you’re finished, take a hot shower and throw your clothes directly in the wash. This ensures you’ll remove any pollen you may have picked up on the way.
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]]>Looking for a way to minimize the amount of skin contact you will have with pollen during your run? Cover your head and eyes by wearing a hat and sunglasses, and consider adding a mask or a bandana to the mix to avoid sniffling and sneezing.
If you’re taking meds or using an inhaler to fight your condition, don’t skip them before your workout. They will help you ease symptoms of your allergies, and go through your run without any major issues.
Scheduling your run at the right time can help you reduce allergy symptoms. Pollen count is at its lowest early in the morning and late at night. It’s also important to avoid running on windy days, since there’s a lot of pollen in the air.
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]]>The post If Fall Allergies are Getting You Down, Try This appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.
]]>As the leaves and branches begin to fall, outdoor mold, fall ragweed, other weeds, and grasses can all trigger the dreaded sniffles and itchy eyes. Not fun. The culprits usually do their worst during August and October, but pollen seasons have reportedly been getting longer over the last few decades, meaning that allergy symptoms may be hanging around a lot longer.
If you’re prone to sneezing, runny nose, streaming eyes, cough, and congestion, there are a few things you can do to ease the discomfort.
As pollen is one of the main instigators, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on which days have high pollen counts and limiting your time outdoors on those days, as well as keeping windows closed. Windy days can also be rough. If you must venture out on these days, wear a mask that covers your mouth and nose.
Symptom triggers can find their way into your home, so take steps to allergy-proof it. Get a vacuum with a HEPA filter that cleans the air, and wash your bed linen with hot water. An air purifier can also work wonders.
If you are truly struggling, there is no shame in going the medicated route. Taking allergy medication like an antihistamine that won’t make you drowsy or a nose spray to reduce nasal inflammation should make a huge difference.
The post If Fall Allergies are Getting You Down, Try This appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.
]]>The post How to Manage Seasonal Allergies with Exercise appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.
]]>Even small amounts of low-impact exercise can help. Choose practices like yoga or pilates that allow you to breathe deeply. The important part is to get your heart pumping so that allergens are moved through your bloodstream more quickly.
It’s best to perform whatever exercises you choose indoors so as not to expose yourself to more allergens and pollutants. Consider going to a gym or studio over a park or outdoor track.
Pollen counts are lowest in the morning and tend to increase throughout the day as the air gets warmer and dryer, so it makes sense to do your workout shortly after waking up.
When you’re finished, take a hot shower and throw your clothes directly in the wash. This ensures you’ll remove any pollen you may have picked up on the way.
The post How to Manage Seasonal Allergies with Exercise appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.
]]>The post 3 Tricks Every Runner Should Use to Overcome Seasonal Allergies appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.
]]>Looking for a way to minimize the amount of skin contact you will have with pollen during your run? Cover your head and eyes by wearing a hat and sunglasses, and consider adding a mask or a bandana to the mix to avoid sniffling and sneezing.
If you’re taking meds or using an inhaler to fight your condition, don’t skip them before your workout. They will help you ease symptoms of your allergies, and go through your run without any major issues.
Scheduling your run at the right time can help you reduce allergy symptoms. Pollen count is at its lowest early in the morning and late at night. It’s also important to avoid running on windy days, since there’s a lot of pollen in the air.
The post 3 Tricks Every Runner Should Use to Overcome Seasonal Allergies appeared first on yourdailysportfix.com.
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