If you live with spring allergies and notice they have worsened in recent years, you are not alone. Research from the Department of Agriculture said that pollen season starts 20 days earlier, is 10 days longer, and features 21% more pollen than in 1990. That means that Americans with allergies now face more miserable days spent with runny noses, itchy eyes, coughing, and sneezing.
The best way to beat spring allergies is to get in front of them. Several types of over-the-counter solutions can help ease allergy symptoms. Oral antihistamines, for example, can help relieve sneezing, itching, a stuffy or runny nose, and watery eyes. Corticosteroid nasal sprays can help relieve drippy noses. Some swear by nasal washes to remove dust, pollen, and other debris. You could also improve the quality of the air you breathe in your home by using an air purifier to remove allergens so that you have at least one haven when pollen counts are highest.
Whatever your line of defense will be, make sure you work on your action plan before spring allergies kick up. Here are eight products to help you beat spring allergies:
Oral antihistamines
Amazon Basic Care 24-Hour Allergy Relief: on sale for $10.47 (63% off)
Original price: $28.47
Saline nasal wash
Arm & Hammer Simply Saline Daily Care Nasal Mist: $22.94
This three-pack of Arm & Hammer Simply Saline Daily Care Nasal Mist can complement any of the above medications. The nasal mist delivers a drug and steroid-free instant congestion relief. The gentle formula flushes out irritants and moisturizes dry nasal passages related to allergies, colds, flu, and sinusitis. You can also find your spray at Walgreens for $10.99.
Navage Nasal Irrigation System: on sale for $79.90 (27% off)
Original price: $109.95
Because allergy season seems to drag on forever, you might want to invest in this Navage Nasal Irrigation System. This drug-free nasal suction device works quickly to soothe nasal passages by sucking out mucus, allergens and germs. The system kit has one nose cleaner for adults, 30 salt pods, one pair of standard nose pillows, and two pre-installed AA batteries to get you started. You can also order one at Walmart.
Air purifiers
LEVOIT air purifier for home allergies: $99.99
If you are new to air purifiers, this LEVOIT Air Purifier for Home Allergies is a good place to start. The Amazon best-selling purifier can clean air to every corner of a room up to 1095 sq. ft. The three-stage filtration system can filter airborne particles like dust, pollen, pet dander, bacteria, viruses, and mold spores. You can also order the air purifier directly from LEVOIT.
Air Purifier for large room: on sale for $159.99 (16% off)
Original price: $189.99
This LEVOIT Air Purifier for large rooms can purify 1800 square feet in one hour. It has a washable pre-filter, air quality monitor and HEPA sleep mode. It also has a three-stage filter and is CARB-certified.
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BLUEAIR air purifier: on sale for $273.32
Original price: $349.99
This BLUEAIR Air Purifier can clean a 635 sq. ft room in about 12.5 minutes or a 1,524 sq. ft room in 30 minutes. It has a HEPA filter and is compatible with Amazon Alexa. Reviews note that it has an LED touch display and quiet operation. You can also order it straight from Blueair.
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