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The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences reports that 45 percent of U.S. homes have bedding with dust-mite concentrations that exceed allergic sensitivity levels. The Ohio State University Extension Office reports that a two-year-old pillow holds 10 percent of its weight in dust-mites, which can make a good nights sleep unattainable for allergy sufferers.
By following a few simple tips, the bedroom can become an allergy-free sleep haven.
1. Select the right mattress and cover it. For many allergy sufferers, the mattress is an unknown culprit for dust mites and mold. One product recommended by most allergists is an allergy relief mattress protector. Another key to a better nights sleep during allergy season is the Sleep Number bed by Select Comfort which, unlike traditional beds, can be easily unzipped and vacuumed clean on the inside to remove dust-mites and other allergens.
2. Replace pillows every five years. A new pillow will provide better support and allergy protection. Hypoallergenic pillows are available for back, side and stomach sleepers at http://www.selectcomfort.com.
3. Protect your new pillows. To increase longevity and prevent new allergens from growing, Select Comfort offers an allergy relief pillow protector featuring an allergen barrier that is 100 percent cotton with a luxurious 240-thread count. The patented tight weaving process provides a natural barrier to dust and dust-mites.
Once the bedding has been cleaned or replaced, the following tips can help create an allergen-free sleep environment.
Treatment Of AllergiesDoes your head feel like its stuffed with old socks? Do you feel like you cant stop itching your eyes and is your nose running like a leaky tap? Dont worry youre not alone. You are probably one of the 20 million Americans who suffer from hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis. So what could have set off this allergic reaction? More importantly, how can allergies be prevented or controlled?
The bad news is that for many people allergy season lasts all year round. But wait! The good news is that a combination of preventive medicines, avoidance of allergens and allergy shots or vaccines ca ..
* Wash bedding weekly in 130-degree temperature water to kill dust-mites
* Use a HEPA air purifier to remove allergens, and change the filter as recommended
* Keep pets and dirty shoes out of the bedroom
* Remove rugs, carpet and window coverings wherever possible, and clean any remaining carpet and curtains frequently
For more information about the Sleep Number bed or other allergen-barrier bedding, call (800) 535-BEDS or visit http://www.selectcomfort.com. Unlike traditional innerspring mattresses, the firmness of a Sleep Number bed can be personally adjusted for comfort. The dual-adjustable air chambers allow each individual to set their side of the bed to their firmness preference -- their Sleep Number -- without affecting their partners choice. A Sleep Number is a number between zero and 100 that represents each persons ideal combination of mattress comfort, firmness and support.
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Allergy Control: Reducing Airborne Allergens in your Home
Those who are plagued by allergies are always struggling to diminish those irritants that cause watery eyes, runny noses and rashes that sometimes translate into full-blown hives. These and other symptoms can be brought about by a number of contaminants that infiltrate the very air that people breathe within their own homes. If youre among those who are constantly being attacked by airborne allergens, there are some positive steps that you can take in order to reduce or eliminate the elements that are the catalysts to allergy attacks.
Dust mites are the cause of many allergic reactions, ..
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