Stay Ahead of Seasonal Allergies

It seems a long time coming, but spring is in the air.  And where there's spring, there will soon be tree pollen, grasses and mold.  Here are just a couple of tips that may keep you ahead of seasonal allergies, allergic rhinitis - commonly known as hay fever.See an Allergist now - before symptoms become severe.The affect of yo-yoing temperatures will cause a pollen rebound affect.  The cooler temperatures pushed back pollen counts, and things may be calm now, but after a few warm days and spring showers will cause tree pollen to pop and light up pollen counters across the city.If you see an allergist ahead of time, he/she can provide you with several tools to keep symptoms in check, including non-drowsy alternatives to OTC medications.Replace Air Filters, Keep Windows Closed, Use Vacuum with a Hepa FilterSpring Cleaning can stir up dust and other allergens. While you are focusing on cleaning away the old you may be propelling dust mites back into your mainstream home environment. You can read more on Dust Allergy Avoidance here.Fix Leaks and Dry Out Damp AreasWarm and damp equals mold. People think trees, weeds, and grasses as seasonal allergens.  But mold loves warmer temperatures, too.  For more on Mold Allergy Avoidance click here.Avoid Peak Allergy TimesPeak allergy times are usually sunrise to mid-morning, 5am-10am.  You may be best served to reschedule your early morning run to dusk. Also, keep in mind that hot, dry days entice trees and grasses to produce more pollen, less on cool, wet days.If you still sneeze and wheeze just thinking back on last allergy season, see an allergist now. You can keep a step ahead of allergy symptoms and an allergist has the experience, tools, and expertise to keep you enjoying a long awaited spring.If you live in the NYC area, I invite you to contact me for a consultation.  Give me a call at 866-632-5537 and together we can successfully manage your seasonal allergies.