Tackling household allergens–oh, what a challenge! Living in a city well known for its Dust allergies, my family and I have our share of woes with sniffling, sneezing, and wheezing the year around. And more so when it is the season for allergies. Of these, two of the most frustrating household allergens are Dust Mites and pollen. I can never forget our frequent trips to the doctor with uncontrollable cough, only to return home feeling slightly frustrated with the knowledge that there was no overnight remedy to make us feel better. Worst thing? Sleepless nights. Mornings? Not a pretty sight with an orchestra of a-tishoos! Pollen often originates as an outdoor allergen, but when it enters the home the effect can be devastating. Removing these allergens from the air inside a home is one of the most challenging household tasks a parent faces. I recall with a shudder the long bouts of cough my son suffered as a toddler and until he was almost ten years old. Those disgusting dust mites A dust mite allergy is one of the more difficult allergens to combat because they find just about every household item to make their home. They thrive in upholstered furniture, […]

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