10 Tips To Deal With Allergy

Dealing with allergy?

Check these 10 tips to help you deal with them.


1. It is better not to eat any kinds of nuts even if you are aware of the specific type of nut you are allergic to.
Determine carefully the content of what you are buying because nuts are not only present in some food products but are also used as ingredients in shampoos, soaps, and lotions.


2. Stress, tension and anxiety can also trigger allergies.
Try to determine the causes and deal with it by relaxation, meditation, reflection and other kinds of coping technique.  Drink milk before sleeping at night it can greatly contribute to a good rest thus decreases your potential to be stressed out.


3. Always be ready because allergic reactions may occur anytime and anywhere.
Imagine different situations in advance about having an allergy and how you can handle it if you are away from your home.  This will help you prepare and think for your safety first than panic and not do anything at all.


4. If your children have food allergies, teach them not to accept any food given by their friends, classmates or anyone without your confirmation.
Let them know what they are allergic to and the symptoms they will manifest in order for them to seek help from adults or their school clinic when it occur.


5. Avoid all kinds of milk and dairy products if you have a milk allergy.
Make sure to have an alternative nutrition or substitute milk nutrients by eating calcium-rich foods and Vitamin D.  Consider eating more spinach and broccoli or talk to a dietitian to provide you with a more planned diet.


6. Supplement yourself with vitamin C. Vitamin C functions as a natural anti-allergy.
A recommended intake of 1000 mg of vitamin C taken two times a day can be a natural treatment for the relief of your allergies and asthma.  It should be taken from fresh citrus fruits not canned juice or processed foods.


7. Taking a bath before going to sleep at night is recommended for those who have allergies with pollen.
It is difficult to avoid pollen but reducing your exposure can be attainable.  Stay inside especially on hot, dry and windy days.  Always close your windows and doors with your air conditioner on.


8. A carpeted floor is not recommended for those with dust allergies.
It will trigger sneezing and itchiness continuously.  Otherwise, purchase a vacuum cleaner to clean it more often.  Bed covers should also be changed often to keep from setting in.  Leaving your footwear outside your room is also a good idea to prevent more dust.


9. It is best not to share your bedroom with your pets especially if you have allergies.
Place them in a separate room to avoid inhaling their hair and dead skin cells.  Sometimes others who have a different type of allergy may develop an allergic reaction to pets more often to those who share a bed with their pets.


10. Wear gloves and mask when dusting or cleaning your house to prevent inhalation of dust.
Keep your stuffed toys or place them in a sealed plastic wrap.  Always wash floor rags to prevent the growth of molds. Make sure to vacuum or clean under your bed and always use a damp cloth to wipe the dust off.