AccuWeather forecasters say pollen levels in N.J. should be average through most of spring and summer, followed by a big boom later in the allergy season.
Ragweed and other types of weeds typically produce a lot of pollen in the late summer and autumn. Pictured in this AP file photo is pollen on a ragwort plant in Newark, N.J.If you are among the tens of millions of Americans who suffer from pollen allergies, here are some helpfulStart taking allergy medicine before pollen season begins. Most allergy medicines work best when taken this way.
Limit your outdoor activities when pollen counts are high. This will lessen the amount of pollen allergen you inhale and reduce your symptoms. Keep car windows and house windows closed during pollen season and use central air conditioning with clean filters. Bathe and shampoo your hair daily before going to bed. This will remove pollen from your hair and skin and keep it off your bedding.
Wear sunglasses and a hat when outside. This will help keep pollen out of your eyes and off your hair.Change and wash the clothes you have worn during outdoor activities.Wash your bed sheets, blankets and pillow covers in hot, soapy water once a week.
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