Many people have been experiencing terrible allergies recently due to fall allergies caused by rain and wind ramping up mold and fungi spores. In November, we can look forward to indoor allergies to pet dander and indoor mold so today I shared some natural ways to get some relief on Fox 2 News in St. Louis. Below is the video and more info on what I recommended…
Clean Without Chemicals
As we’ve turned off the air conditioning and opened the windows, allergens from outside can get inside so be sure to
- clean around windows
- and wipe down window screens where allergens can build up
Cleaning with super-absorbent microfiber cloths from Norwex , like the Norwex Enviro Cloth ($17, norwex.biz) and Dusting Mitt ($19), allow cleaning with just water so you can skip added allergies from the chemicals in common cleaners. I love that
- they pick up a lot of dust and dirt really easily and hold it in until you rinse it out
- when you use and care for them per the company’s instructions, their microfiber cloths will pick up 99% of bacteria from surfaces
- they’re made with BacLock™ (a micro silver anti-bacterial) to self-purify and inhibit odor from bacteria, mold and mildew growth within the cloth
Clear the Air
An air purifier is a great investment to clean the air around the home. I love the AirSense ($149, amazon.com), because
- it purifies and monitors the quality of the air, detecting poisonous household gases like methane and carbon monoxide, VOC, temperature and humidity
- it’s very small (about 5 inches high) and cleans a 10×20′ room in an hour
- it also doubles as a wireless speaker
Breathe Easier with Essential Oils
Essential oils can help you breathe easier. Natural medicine expert Dr. Josh Axe recommends these:
- Peppermint Oil – studies show peppermint oil acts as an expectorant and provides relief for allergies, coughs, colds, sinusitis, asthma and bronchitis ($8, planttherapy.com)
- Eucalyptus Oil – opens up the lungs and sinuses to improve circulation and reduce symptoms of allergies ($7, planttherapy.com)
- Lemon Oil – supports lymphatic system drainage ($7, planttherapy.com)
- Basil Oil – basil essential oil reduces the inflammatory response to allergens, supports adrenal glands and helps to detoxify the body of bacteria and viruses ($8, planttherapy.com)
- Tea Tree Oil – destroys airbone pathogens that cause allergies, is antiseptic and anti-inflammatory ($8, planttherapy.com)
I recommend essential oils from Plant Therapy, because they are 100% pure and natural; and the company has some of the strictest standards for quality. They work directly with world renowned essential oil expert, Robert Tisserand, and several analytical laboratories.
Plant Therapy also offers some great essential oil blends ideal for allergies:
- RespirAid – A soothing, cooling blend of Eucalyptus, Pine,Peppermint, Lavender, Spruce, Cypress, Marjoram ($9, planttherapy.com)
- Clear Again – This was created to help alleviate respiratory symptoms, especially during times of high seasonal pollen. It’s a blend of Lavender, German Chamomile, Roman Chamomile, Helichrysum italicum, Niaouli ($15)
- Immune Aid – This was created to encourage a healthy immune system. It features a blend of Frankincense, Tea Tree, Rosemary, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Sweet Orange ($16)
How to Use Essential Oils
- Diffuse oils throughout a room with a diffuser like the Plant Therapy Pureness Aromatherapy Diffuser, which uses ultrasonic “cold mist” technology, high frequency sound to disperse nano-droplets of water enveloped by a fine coating of essential oil as they float up and rapidly become part of the atmosphere of a room ($70, planttherapy.com)
- You can get a quick boost of essential oils on the go with a portable aromatherapy inhaler that you fill with your own essential oils ($6 for a pack of four, planttherapy.com)
- You can also mist them in the air by adding a few drops into a mister bottle with water.
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