Things You'll Need:
- Neti Pot
- Honey
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Step 1
Keep your windows closed. Keep outside air out of your house as much as possible, as this can bring allergens in and exacerbate allergies.
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Step 2
Don’t open windows or use the vents in your car. Use the air conditioning to keep allergens out of your car.
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Step 3
Stay indoors during peak allergy season. If you must go outside, try to avoid being outside between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m, because plants release most of their pollen during this time.
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Step 4
Keep your floors clean. Vacuum carpets and clean rugs and hard floor surfaces as often as possible.
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Step 5
Wash sheets and other bedding often, preferably weekly. This helps remove dust mites and other allergens from building up.
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Step 6
Hire someone to mow your lawn and work in your yard. If you suffer from allergies, stay away from grass and other allergy triggers.
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Step 7
Shower at night. This removes the pollen that has built up during the day and helps prevent allergies from flaring up.
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Step 8
Wash your hands and frequently used surfaces such as telephones and computer keyboards. This is a great remedy for allergies as it reduces the pollen you come into contact with.
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Step 9
Use a Neti Pot or other salt water rinse. A Neti Pot sends salt water through your nasal passage, removing pollen from your nose. This reduces your allergic reactions.
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Step 10
Try foods with omega-3 fatty acids. A study has shown that those who consume plenty of omega-3 fatty acids were less likely to suffer from allergies. Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in fish, eggs, flaxseed, and walnuts.
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Step 11
Use local honey. Local honey will contain small doses of local pollen, which can help your body build up immunity to the pollen and provide a remedy for allergies.
