Is your hay fever getting worse? Or do you have it now for the first time as an adult? A recent study revealed that there has indeed been quite a staggering rise. We all love the summer, but that warm, dry weather brings with it clouds of pollen, dust and hay fever; spring and summer can be miserable for those who have hay fever. I've noticed that just in my circle of … [Read more...]
What is Super Pollen and Thunder Fever?
Hay fever is a worry for many people around spring and summer time but what if I told you that things could be about to get much, much worse. Think pollen on steroids.Imagine all those pollen particles splitting and doubling their misery... it sounds like something from a hay fever horror story. And it's real! And coming to the air near you! I got a phone call … [Read more...]
20 things you can do to reduce hay fever symptoms
The recent coverage of seasonal tree pollen allergies on Countryfile Diaries was really good, but as is the usual thing with TV, you miss out on so much of the actual filming. You guys only get a snapshot. But I got so much information and learnt so much from Shenagh Hume, the garden expert who is an allergy nurse and landscape gardener who specialises in low pollen … [Read more...]
Save hundreds on prescriptions every year!
Since it's National Allergy Awareness Week this one should save you money, OR make you feel better about how much you're already saving! If you don't have a prescription prepayment certificate yet then you should seriously consider getting one. I've had one for years and they are a godsend. They save me hundreds of pounds every year. And I'm not joking ;) Now I've done a … [Read more...]
How clean is the indoor air quality in your home?
Is your house clean and safe? We all probably assume that it is, but there could be some very dangerous things in your home... We insulate our houses and try to make them as air-tight and cosy as possible, especially in winter. Then we stuff them with plug-in air fresheners, fragrances, man-made furniture and fittings etc, which are all treated with fire retardant coatings and … [Read more...]