00:00Welcome back Sunbro, we hope you all in great health and great money.
00:04Before we start, please at least subscribe so we can have little money for food and paying bills.
00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about seasonal allergies. Here's what you're doing wrong.
00:15One in four Americans deal with seasonal allergies, but many use their meds wrong,
00:19especially with climate change boosting pollen levels. Allergies are your body overreacting to
00:23harmless pollen. Your immune system releases histamine, causing sneezing, itching, runny nose,
00:28watery eyes, and more. Tree pollen peaks in spring, grass in summer, and weeds in fall.
00:34Indoors, mold, dust, and pet dander can also trigger symptoms. Here's how to actually get relief.
00:401. Start meds early. Don't wait for symptoms. Begin meds one to two weeks before allergy season
00:46to prevent flare-ups. Tree pollen February to April, grass April to June, weeds August onward.
00:522. Target the right symptoms. Use the right meds for what you're feeling.
00:56Decongestants for stuffy nose, short-term use, antihistamines for sneezing and itching,
01:00and steroid nasal sprays for inflammation. For stronger symptoms, combine nasal steroids
01:05with antihistamines. 3. Use sprays correctly. Lean forward, don't tilt back. This keeps the spray
01:11in your nose, not your throat. Don't use decongestant sprays like oximetazoline
01:15for more than three days. They can cause rebound congestion. 4. Stay consistent. Stick to your daily
01:22meds, even if you feel better, so inflammation doesn't return. Nighttime use of antihistamines
01:27like liratadine or cetirazine may help with morning symptoms. 5. Store meds properly. Keep pills in a
01:33dry place like your bedroom. Avoid bathroom humidity. Don't refrigerate liquid meds unless
01:38the label says so. Cold can weaken them. 6. Reduce exposure. Jet pollen counts. Use
01:44HEPA filters and allergy-proof bedding. Wear a mask for yard work, shower after, and wipe down pets
01:49before they come indoors. 7. See an allergist if needed. If symptoms last for months or lead to
01:55infections, see a specialist. They can identify your triggers and offer stronger treatments like
02:00allergy shots or immunotherapy. Allergies can be tough, but with the right approach,
02:04you can breathe easier and stay ahead of the symptoms.
Comments