tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62911332011-12-14T22:01:52.904-05:00Information about allergies and making an allergy free home. Discusses topics relating to food allergies. Details the struggles for those with allergies. DThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13607573288982310024noreply@blogger.comBlogger771100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6291133.post-1106496263384704122005-01-23T11:03:00.000-05:002005-01-23T11:04:23.383-05:00

Allergy Relief At Home has been updated. Visit us today.

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Ester C Day Cream Ester C Night Cream Ester C Firmer System Day and Night GlutaGain Effervescent Cherry GlutaGain Effervescent Orange No Phedra Fat Burner Caps Megadrene XP Caps Super CLA 1400 Super Fat Burners Super Melatonin Plus Super MSM w Glucosamine Super Red Yeast Rice Calm and Cool Caps Cholest Action Cholest Action Super Glucosamine Drink Mix Ginseng Powermax 4XT

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Found some good resources for vitamins. BioSculpt ThermoSculptT BioSculpt Extreme Cognimax IQT CamoCare Ultimate Body Therapy CamoCare Soothing Cream CamoCare Camomile Hand and Body Lotion Camomile Toning Therapy Camomile Shampoo CamoCare Facial Therapy CamoCare EPF with SPF 15 Camomile Conditioner Camomile Face Lift 12 percent Refining Cream CamoCare Intense Facial Therapy Alpha

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Hamilton Beach 04162 TrueAir HEPA Air Purifier with UV Germicidal Light Hamilton Beach 04913 TrueAir HEPA Replacement Filter for 04162 and 04163 Air Cleaners Holmes HAPF60PDQ-U Carbon Modular Filter, 4-Pack Holmes HAP675RC 99.97% Hepa Air Purifier with Remote Control Holmes HAP625 Air Purifier for 14 x 15 Foot Room JDS 750JER Air Cleaner with Remote includes

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Some good sources for vitamins that are free of the most common allergens: Liquid Vitamins Vitamins For Hair Vitamins For Kids Vitamins For Skin PB8 Acidophilus Amino Acid Supplements Vitamin Supplements Supplements For Hair Creatine Sports Supplements TwinLab Sports Supplements Calcium Supplements Atkins Supplements Country Life Supplements Nature's Plus Supplements Bee Pollen

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Santa Fe Dehumidifier Santa Fe Rx Dehumidifier Soleus 40 Pint Dehumidifier Soleus Air 25 Pint Dehumidifier Woods 25 Pint Dehumidifier Woods 40 Pint Dehumidifier Woods 55 Pint Dehumidifier

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Been researching about using a dehumidifier. Found lots of different brands and models. Delonghi DDE40E 40 Pint Dehumidifier Delonghi DDH30, 30 Pint Dehumidifier Delonghi DDE50E 50 Pint Dehumidifier Delonghi DE40P 40 Pint Dehumidifier Delonghi DE50P 50 Pint Capacity

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With all our allergies, we have to use Unscented Candles at home.

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Another list of allergy products Honeywell Quiet Care 17005 Honeywell QuietCare 17200 Honeywell Enviracaire 12520 Honeywell QuietCare 17400 Honeywell Enviracaire 50250 Honeywell QuietCare 17000 Whirlpool Whispure AP450 Whirlpool Whispure AP250 Whirlpool Whispure AP510 Whirlpool Whispure Filters

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Found a source of a variety of allergy products. HEPAtech Air Purifier 150 QuietFlo Air Purifier 150 HEPAtech Air Purifier 210 Blueair Air Purifier 402 Blueair Air Purifier 402 Smokestop Austin Healthmate Plus Hunter HEPAtech 55 Air Purifier HEPA Air Healthmate Junior Air Purifier AllerAir 5000 Exec UV Air Purifier

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With all of our allergies, I have to be careful with the clothes. I've found that wearing 100% cotton organic clothing works best. Organic Cotton Baby Clothing - Organic Cotton Kimono Organic Cotton Baby Clothing - Organic Cotton Baby Booties Organic Cotton Baby Clothing - Organic Cotton Jumper Skirt Organic Cotton Baby Clothing - Organic Cotton Kimono Set Organic Cotton Baby Clothing -

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Found some new resources for dust mite covers: Dust Mite Cover Comforter Clips Dust Mite Cover Full/Queen Size Dust Mite Cover Zipper Tape Dust Mite Covers Vinyl Encasing Twin Size Dust Mite Covers Vinyl Encasing King Size Dust Mite Covers Vinyl Encasing Queen Size

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I keep continuing to add to my collection of dairy free recipes.

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I would never have thought about it but it makes a lot of sense. When making my spring cleaning plan I almost forgot about spring cleaning the fridge!

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Since Spring is here, I have been working on my spring cleaning.

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Have been reading some health related articles lately.

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Dust mites are very difficult to control. I think the fact that we live in such a warm environment is the reason we have such a tough time with controlling them.

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I have been having the kids use the Swiffer dusters to help out. I guess the more dusting we do, the less dust we will have!

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Allergies seem to run in our family. Just found out sister is expecting. She should check out baby names. I hope the baby doesn't suffer from allergies.

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Well I think the pollen is starting to diminish. Found another site dealing with free stuff.

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If you have allergies, you need to keep your home as clean as possible to prevent dust building. Some helpful cleaning hints will aid you in that endeavor.

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Since discovering all our allergies, we have switched to using mostly organic products. We have found this to make a difference.

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Because of our food allergies, I prepare almost all our meals at home. I have stocked up on cookware to help me. Before our kids came along, I rarely every cooked. Now I spend a lot of time in the kitchen.

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Consider air purifiers for allergy relief . We really feel that our units have improved the air quality in our home.

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Keep current with the latest allergy books by visiting the allergy bookstore.

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I have allergies to mold so it is crucial that address cleaning mold and mildew in my home. I have found that a regular cleaning routine helps prevent buildup.

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I have written several articles on the methods of dust mite control. Getting rid of dust mites is of top importance to those suffering from dust mite allergies.

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Air Filters are used in your home's A/C unit and clean the air to the entire home. We use an Allergy Free Air Filter in our home and have been very happy with it.

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Allergy vacuums are a necessity if you do have carpeting in your home. Using HEPA filtration, these vacuums minimize the amount of airborne particulate when you vacuum.

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As I wrote in an earlier post, a dehumidifier can help to keep your home's humidity level at the proper amount. This will greatly improve your ability to keep dust levels down and to prevent mold and mildew from occuring.

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Natural Allergy Relief can be obtained through allergen avoidance....you need to make your home as allergy free as possible. By reducing the amount of exposure to things you are allergic to, you can give your body a respite. We use allergen avoidance as much as is possible and have modified many things in our home. We do not have carpeting in the bedrooms and we use air cleaners (purifiers) in

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Air cleaners work by filtering the air in a certain room. They are purchased according to the room's size. Some people refer to them as air purifiers or air filters. We use air cleaners in each of the bedrooms of our home. We have found them to be very helpful with reducing the amount of airborne particles.

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It can be really frustrating at times when suffering from multiple allergies. Just knowing that other people are in the same boat can make you feel not so alone. In our family with have dust mite allergies, food allergies, mold allergies, corn allergies, and dairy allergies. Because of our allergies we are limited in dining out. Pretty much, we can't eat out at all.

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Because of our multiple food allergies, I cook almost everything we eat from scratch. I have learned how to substitute ingredients. Instead of milk, I use a dairy-free soy milk or rice milk. For bread machine recipes, I omit the dry milk and add the same amount of water instead. We have not noticed a difference in the taste of the food.

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We have an air purifier in each bedroom to try to keep our home as allergy free as possible. Each air purifier is appropriate to the room size for which it is in. In the master bedroom we have the larger air purifier, while the childrens' rooms have smaller units. I have been very happy with the air purifier in our master bedroom. I change the carbon filter in it monthly. The other air

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Well I knew it was going to happen sooner or later. Our current vacuum quit. We are going to be comparing models and choosing a new one. This time we are considering a bagless unit. Will be posting the various prices that we have found. So far it looks like Best Buy will have the best price.

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Have been working on reading the labels again. Seems like Breyer's Ice Cream has some corn in the vanilla that they use in the vanilla ice cream. Well, maybe I will have to buy an ice cream maker and make my own ice cream.

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You can help your home allergies by firstly identifying what it is you are allergic to. The most common indoor allergens are the house dust mite, mold/mildew, and pet dander. To reduce house dust mites focus efforts on covering bedding with dust mite covers, removing and/or cleaning carpeting, and having any pets preferably stay outside the home. If that is not possible, at least make your

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Dust mites are microscopic creatures related to spiders. Dust mites thrive in warm humid environments. Dust mites cause a lot of problems for people like me who suffer from dust mite allergies. We have worked hard to get our home free of dust mites. I've focused on removing conditions favorable for dust mites to live. We've covered our mattresses and box springs with dust mite covers.

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Keeping the house clean of dust is a must for those with indoor allergies. Over the years, I have accumulated several house cleaning tips. One of my favorite house cleaning tips is to keep a basket in each room to collect the clutter. Then it is easy to pick up things in one room and use the basket to put them back in their proper places. My top house cleaning tips for the bathroom are to

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With my dust mite allergies, I have to be meticulous on controlling dust mites in our home. If my dust mite allergies are not under control, then my sinus problems are greatly exacerbated. When the dust builds up and I have not maintained my cleaning routines, then I experience a lot of allergy symptoms. My dust mite allergies are triggered when I am cleaning up dust buildup so I try not to

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In searching the web, found several neat health articles on the topics of eating well and fitness. Found a large selection of health articles at this site. For health articles dealing with women's health issues check out this site. Lastly, the CDC has a nice collection of health articles shown in an A-Z format.

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A dehumidifier works by removing excess moisture in the air. Excess moisture in your home can lead to several problems for those with allergies. With high humidity, you can have problems with mold and mildew growth. High humidity levels also promote dust mites. A dehumidifier can help prevent and reduce mold and mildew growth and therefore be a help to those who suffer from mold allergies. A

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I found a few dairy free recipes. Bean and Macaroni Soup Stir Fried Beef and Potatoes Black Beans and Rice

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Because of the food allergy and that I am having to do so much cooking at home, I am always on the lookout for new kitchen appliances and cookware. Amazon.com is having a hugh calphalon sale this month. Will be checking that out.

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Unfortunately for us, our HEPA vacuum decided to quit working. Today of all days. It is a Eureka Enviro Vac and is about 6 years old. We have been very happy with it overall. I guess we will be shopping for a new one soon.

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Always in search of dairy free recipes. Found these 2 that look good. Chicken with Garden Salsa and Honey Apple Ribs

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Found this article dealing with seasonal allergies. With Spring just around the corner, my allergies are already gearing up.

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Seems like the corn allergy is causing a lot of problems again. We have been reading the labels. The apple juice has citric acid in it which must be derived from corn.

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Using a damp sponge will help keep dust from becoming airborne. If you have hardwood, tile, or vinyl flooring, make sure to clean your floor often, as dust will collect and be stirred up more easily.

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The weather has been so nasty. We have all been having trouble with our sinuses. I think we are going to have a lot of trouble this Spring with all our allergies.

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My old nemesis, the food allergy has shown its head again. More eczema. Just trying to figure out what is the trigger this time. Think it might be corn again. Just not sure what it is hiding in.

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Took a look under the bed today. Yikes! Seems like there is a lot of dust buildup going on. I will have to vacuum tomorrow and pay a little more attention to that area. I think we should just get rid of the carpeting in the bedroom entirely. I think it would be easier to clean.

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There has been a flare up of eczema lately. We think it is due to a food allergy.

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Seems like the pollen count is high right now. My allergies have been just awful all day. I had cleaned the floors yesterday so perhaps I had stirred up some dust in the house.

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I cleaned the filters in the air purifiers today. It was amazing how dirty they had become in just a month's time. I wrote a note to myself to clean them again in 2 months and posted it on the calendar so I would not forget.

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Our HEPA vacuum cleaner has held up well. I am very happy with it. We use the Eureka Enviro Vac. I think it really has helped to cut down on the airborne dust when we vacuum, although I think the most beneficial thing we have done is to remove almost all the carpeting in the house.

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When visiting a friend's house last week, my allergies were triggered. She has a cat. Knowing about my allergies, she had put the cat in the garage during my visit but the cat dander was obviously still all over the house. Within minutes of going into her house, my nose was all stuffed up and I had a headache. It is amazing how these allergies work. I know now that there is not any way we

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Since we have so many allergies in our family to deal with, I thought today I would focus on the food allergies. Cooking milk free has not been too hard of a challenge. It is pretty easy to substitute soy milk or rice milk for the milk ingredients in a recipe. Instead of butter just use a dairy-free margarine or even canola oil. The corn free diet is a bit more difficult. Seems like even

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We have struggled mightly dealing with the food allergies. I had to learn to cook many things from scratch. I think my crockpot has been a life saver. Many of our meals are comprised of the most basic ingredients, meat, rice, vegetables. I use a bread machine and make our own bread. Our local healthfood store does carry a milk-free and corn-free bread so that has been a nice time saver to

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Trying to get the hang of all this blog stuff. Haven't had much time for cooking lately thought.

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Finding time to clean is always a challenge. Seems like something always has to be clean, re-cleaned, dusted, or something. I need to clean out the filters again. Floors need wiping down. I guess the work is just never going to be done.

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Finding time to clean is always a challenge. Seems like something always has to be clean, re-cleaned, dusted, or something. I need to clean out the filters again. Floors need wiping down. I guess the work is just never going to be done.

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You can achieve optimal allergen avoidance by combining dust mite control measures. It is especially helpful to focus on an allergy-free bedroom since you spend the most time in this room. Use dust mite encasings on the mattress, box spring, and pillow. Keep window treatments very simple. Vertical shades or blinds work best as they are easily damp cleaned. Carpet can harbor dust mites so

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Today let's talk about how to kill mildew. You know, the black stuff growing in the shower stall and in the sink. I have read of it also infiltrating houses. Thankfully we do not have that problem in our home. I have found that to kill mildew a cleaning solution of bleach and water works well. For the grout in the bathroom, a small scrubbing brush can help also. To completely kill mildew

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The dust mite is a rather nasty little creature. Though invisible to the unaided eye, it can cause quite a few problems. Controlling dust mites requires a frequent cleaning regimen as well as limiting the places they collect, live, and multiply. Since soft bedding and upholstery is a prime habitat for dust mites, establishing some control measures in these places is a good first step.

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Cleaned the entire house today. Looks good for the week. No more dust bunnies. Furnace filter cleaned. My allergies have been horrible today.

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I guess it is time to change the title. We're Dusting on Day 10 now. I think today I will discuss a little about food allergies. We have issues with dairy and corn at our house. I have learned to cook pretty well without putting any milk or butter in stuff...just found acceptable substitutes. Since we do have a corn allergy, almost everything needs to be cooked from scratch. Corn is found

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Yeah today is Friday. Not too much cleaning we have to do today. I will be cleaning out my closet later. Better watch out for the dust bunnies! Probably a good time to clean off my bookshelves as well. Those books are really gathering the dust. I will be sure to use damp dusting though. Don't want to mess up the air quality.

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Here we go, a bloggity, bloggity blog... I'm the world's fastest typist, cleaning at the speed of light, writing all my memoirs, Yuck, the toilet is a fright. Better get to business, stop this daydreaming stuff, the dinner won't fix itself, and dang, I got it rough. Can't eat cheese or ice cream, Mushrooms, garlic, oatmeal too. Gosh I want a milkshake, and soy dream just won't do.

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Well, here we go...another day. Since it is so cold, could not open the windows yesterday. House feels all closed up. With the heat running the air feels really dry. May have to run the humidifier later. Washed all the sheets yesterday with really hot water to kill those dust mites. For dinner tonight we are having chicken and rice. So boring... Will run to the store later and see if I

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My daily poem: Dust Those bunnies under the bed fill me up with nausea and dread. I'm tired of cleaning, What is the meaning? It's making me sick in the head!

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Looks like I will have to scrub both bathrooms out today. Found more mold in the second bathroom as well. I think I have enough bleach left to do both. Ugh...just doesn't seem like I have the time to do this. Oh well, Better plan what is for dinner also. With all the food allergies around here, takes me quite a while.

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Looks like I will have to scrub both bathrooms out today. Found more mold in the second bathroom as well. I think I have enough bleach left to do both. Ugh...just doesn't seem like I have the time to do this. Oh well, Better plan what is for dinner also. With all the food allergies around here, takes me quite a while.

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Also forgot to add that the dust mop needed new cleaning pads so I will be running to the store later to get those.

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Forgot to mention we are cleaning the air filters today as well. It has been 3 months since the furnace filter was cleaned.

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Wanted to start the new year right with a thorough cleaning plan. Our family has so many allergies that we must really monitor all the household allergens, especially our dust collection. Seems like I am constantly battling the dust mite. Today I am going to wipe down all the floors in the house. We have vinyl tile throughout. Carpeting just holds in too much dust. Really want to see lots

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