How To Combat Your Pollen Allergies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you stop to think about it, pollen is everywhere, it can be found in trees, flowers, grass, and weeds.  You might be wondering just how to avoid this allergen because as soon as you get over the tree pollen in spring, there will be grass pollen in summer, and ragweed pollen in fall.  However, there are some steps you can take to prevent and reduce the effect of pollen, and this article will take a look at some of them.

Pollen is a fine, powdery particle that is produced by seed plants, which the plants use in the process of reproduction.  Pollen is a harmless substance, but some human beings are sensitive to it and suffer extreme irritation.  This can affect the eyes, nose and throat, and trigger allergic reactions.  
Each year millions of Americans suffer from symptoms such as itchy watery eyes, coughing, sneezing, runny noses, and more, all because of pollen in the air.  Some persons also suffer from conjunctivitis, which is an inflammation of the outermost layer of the eye.       
The presence of pollen in the airways, (nose, throat, lungs or mouth), is a leading cause of allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever.  The symptoms of hay fever resemble the common cold, and as a result it is often misdiagnosed.   It is characterized by itchy eyes nose and throat, sneezing, conjunctivitis, post nasal drip, red-rimmed eyes, and other symptoms.
The fact that allergies to pollen can be misdiagnosed means that precise testing is often required.  Skin testing is sometimes done in an effort to identify, and isolate the allergen that is causing the allergic reaction.  In addition, blood tests are also used to diagnose the condition.
Allergies to pollen can be treated by using medication, immunotherapy, or by avoiding the allergens.  Medication is available in both prescription and over-the-counter varieties.  The most common prescription drugs are antihistamines.  The topical antihistamines are more popular and also more effective, because they can be put directly on the affected area, to provide fast relief from symptoms. 
Antihistamines are also available without a prescription. By and large, there have been no major problems associated with the use of antihistamines.  However, there have been some cases of people who have suffered from reduced alertness, drowsiness, and reduced coordination.
Immunotherapy involves the use of allergy shots, and entails the injection of small doses of pollen under the skin.  It is believed that this will help to improve the body’s tolerance to the pollen, and avert a severe reaction.
In order to avoid pollen, persons are often told to stay indoors as much as possible.  Also, windows and doors should be kept closed, and the air conditioner should be used when you are at home, or in your car.  The filter of the air conditioner will help to filter out pollen, but this can only be effective if it is cleaned on a regular basis.   It is also important to shower before going to bed.  This will help to wash off pollen from the skin and hair.
Pollen allergy can be very annoying and lead to interruption in regular activities.  It is always recommended that allergies to pollen be treated, in order to prevent the occurrence of complications, such as severe respiratory problems.

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Flax, also known as linseed. originated from India and has been used since ancient times.  It is an annual plant that grows blue flowers with five petals, and can occasionally found in bright red.  The fruit is round, brown and glossy and looks much like an apple seed.  The seeds and the fibers of this plant are used, both for different purposes.
There are two basic varieties of flax, yellow and brown.      
Flax seeds produce oil called flaxseed or linseed oil.  It is used as a drying oil in paintings and varnishing.  Flax seeds are very healthy and full of fiber and protein.  The seeds are often mixed with other foods for an added benefit of fiber and protein.  They provide a slightly nutty flavor to the foods to which they are added.  The sprouts can also be eaten, and they have a spicy flavor.  The sprouts can help to remove bowel obstruction and were added to foods for thousands of years.
Flax seeds have been proven to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels.  The seeds and oil can be used as an anti-inflammatory and laxative.  It seems to have a better effect on women.  It has been proven to lessen tumors in breasts and prostate.  The oil can help to heal burns, and scraped tissues.  The oil can also be applied to the chest for colds and coughs.  There is new evidence that it can strengthen the immune system.
The flesh of the herb has been used for centuries to make cloth.  The plant is harvested and put through a process to make it into a string.  It has been used to make cloth and fabrics for thousands of years.