Ways to Breathe Easier

In addition to working with your doctor, you can take measures to help control your asthma. The key is to track down the triggers and, as completely as possible, eliminate them from your life. In short, you can help counter an asthma attack before it happens. Here’s how:
Make peace with pollen. Pollen is released when [...]

Minimize Mold

Fungus is a parasite that can literally ‘grow on you. It can grow on nonliving organic material, too, in several forms?mold, dry rot, and downy mildew. Fungi reproduce by producing spores. The spores are the real problem, as millions of them float through the air to be inhaled in every breath, touching off an allergic [...]

Smite the mite

Dust mites are microscopic insects that thrive on food debris and high humidity. Since they are among the most common allergic asthma triggers, dust-proofing is a must.

Enclose your mattress in an airtight, dust proof cover, then cover it with a washable mattress pad. Keep a bedspread on the bed during the day.
Wash your sheets in [...]