Laughter may truly be the best medicine according to the Journal of the American Medical Association . Two groups of patients received skin prick tests using a commercial allergen before and after watching different videos. Some allergic patients watched a very funny Charlie Chaplin movie, Modern Times, while others watched weather information. The results showed that allergic reactions were reduced for four hours after the viewing of the comedy ... no effect after the weather video, Does this mean that laughter may have a role in reducing allergies? Maybe.
Some people with ragweed allergies may have a "cross-reaction to melons, such as watermelon, honeydew, or cantaloupe.
Washing blankets in hot water gets rid of more than 95% of dust-mite allergens, while dry cleaning reduces them by 70%.
There are more than 700 species of trees in North America but only about 70 have been associated with allergic rhinitis.
To discourage mold growth, use a cleaning solution containing 5% bleach and a small amount of detergent on shower curtains or doors, and an anti-mold solution (or weak bleach solution without detergent) to wash windows, window frames, and windowsills where condensation collects.
Hay fever sufferers should wash their hair at night. They'll remove any pollen and keep it from settling on pillows and bedding.
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