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5 Tips to Beat Seasonal Allergies

Date: 04/07/25

Allergy season has arrived! And with it comes pollen and allergens leaving many people longing for relief. Here are a few tips to help you get through allergy season more comfortably.

  1. Consider allergy testing. Ask your primary care provider (PCP) about the benefits of allergy testing. Testing helps your provider to pinpoint the triggers and the severity of your reaction. Allergy testing has come a long way. Your results will help you and your provider make a plan to help you best manage your allergies.
  2. Adjust your outdoor time. If it’s dry and windy outside try to spend more time indoors. After it rains, pollen build-up on outdoor surfaces is less. That’s a better time to enjoy the outdoors. The time of day matters, too. Pollen counts are at their high during morning hours. So, do your outdoor activities when counts are lower in the evening.
  3. Be in the know. Monitor the allergy index in your area with an app or weather website. Most TV stations broadcast allergy forecasts during weather segments. Check the night before so you know how pollen will affect your day before you even step outside.
  4. Breathe easier inside. Open windows expose you to allergen triggers. Make your air conditioning even more effective by using high-efficiency air filters. Change them often for the best quality air flow. Keeping your carpets and floors clean will lower allergy inducing pet dander and dust. Take a bath or shower before going to bed. This will lessen pollen buildup on your sheets.
  5. You are what you eat. Many people don’t realize that certain foods can increase allergic responses and inflammation. If you notice your allergy symptoms getting worse, take note of the food you ate. Sugars, wheat, dairy and processed foods can increase the onset and intensity of allergic reactions. Drink plenty of water to flush and hydrate your system.

Learn more about tips to control your seasonal allergies in this Superior video.