Dust– this is something people with allergies should address first. The hypoallergenic method is wet cleaning with ordinary water and a cloth. All horizontal surfaces in the home should be cleaned at least every 1-3 days.
Vacuum cleaners and their filters. Any filter allows dust to pass through, and even more dust flies out of the cracks of the vacuum cleaner. The safest cleaning method is to use a damp broom, mop and rag. People with allergies should absolutely avoid "dry" cleaning in the home. And if this is not possible, leave it to your loved one while you go for a walk.
The best choice for people with allergies is to go without curtains or replace them with curtains with metal slats that are easy to wipe off dust.
Dust is well retained by mosquito nets, and special filters will protect you from pollen and other allergenic particles.
The fewer dusty items in the house (furs, carpets, awnings, curtains, souvenirs, figurines, books, soft toys), the better. Things should be stored in the closet in special boxes or bags.
In the interior, it is recommended to use synthetic fabrics: nylon, polyester, etc. v. They are more practical: not destroyed by light, moisture changes, do not rot and are highly resistant to wear. Easy to care for: they accumulate less dust, are easy to wash and clean. And they themselves are not a source of dust and allergens. The most allergenic natural fabrics are wool and fur, as well as natural and artificial materials (viscose, acetate) with hair.
Another risk factor is litter, which is a potential habitat for dust mites, whose waste can cause severe allergies. We recommend that instead of the most allergenic filler – "feather" – use hypoallergenic options: holofiber, bamboo, natural latex, etc. v.
There are special covers with locks to protect the bed from dust mites. It's best to change your bed sheets once a week and wash them at high temperatures, and clean your pillowcases at least every six months.
Using bunk beds for children is very dangerous because children sleeping underneath will receive twice the amount of "dust" allergens.
Control and prevent mold– an important factor in allergy-free living, as molds come in 2nd place after dust mites on the list of household allergens and in most cases they work together.
If the air in the apartment is dry, a lot of dust accumulates in it and it is difficult to breathe, and if the humidity is too high, this contributes to the development of dust mites and mold.
Indoor humidity can be controlled with a special humidifier. "Folk" methods of humidification include placing water containers in the apartment, especially during the hot season, hanging wet towels, mainly on radiators. Having an aquarium or an indoor fountain in the apartment also serves the same purpose. Indoor plants (they must be hypoallergenic), which require daily spraying, also contribute to humidifying the air.
Pet.Allergies are often caused by pet waste (hair particles, down, feathers, secretions) and food (eg, dried fish food). Allergens can persist in a room for more than 2 years from the moment cats, dogs, hamsters, parrots and other pets no longer live there.
Hypoallergenic diet
The first rule of any allergy sufferer is to avoid contact with the allergen if unpleasant symptoms occur and take necessary medications. Adjusting the diet in this case helps to significantly improve the condition of an adult or child.
Of course, if there is a food allergy confirmed by clinical diagnostic studies, the doctor will prescribe a specialized diet. But there is also a non-specific hypoallergenic diet approved by doctors. Can be followed regardless of the nature of the allergen (indoor, insect, drug, etc. ) to reduce the load on the body and speed up recovery. Among them is atopic dermatitis, which is often worse in winter.
Prohibited products.According to the degree of allergenicity, all products can be divided into high, medium and low allergenicity.
First of all, it is necessary to exclude all fried, smoked, salty, spicy dishes. As well as semi-finished meat and fish products - cutlets, sausages, burgers, sausages, etc. v. , because they contain a large amount of flavors and aromatic additives, stabilizers. Preferred cooking method when following a hypoallergenic diet: grill, boil, stew with minimal oil. Instead of coffee, drink rosehip, weak tea, and filtered water. To control your diet, keep a food diary and write down everything you eat during the day.
Recommended foods |
Products to be excluded |
|---|---|
Dairy products and eggs.Goat milk. Fermented milk products (one day): kefir, acidophilus, matsoni, narine, cottage cheese (individually). Butter - small children 10-15 g, older children - 20-25 g. (preferably melted) Non-sharp cheeses. Boiled yolks at least 1-2 times a week (individually). |
Unleavened cow's milk (including dry and canned milk), curds, fermented baked milk, cream, sour cream, baby cream cheese, processed cheese, sharp cheese, spiced cheesetaste. Eggs (including products containing it: mayonnaise, ice cream, sauces, some types of bread, sweets). If you are sensitive to mold, exclude kefir, cottage cheese, muffins, kvass and moldy cheeses. |
Cereals and dishes made from them. Buckwheat, pearl barley, oatmeal, corn, rice porridge (cooked in water). Pasta (1-2 times a week). To reduce allergies, soak grains in cold water for 1-2 hours. |
Semolina and millet cereals, Artek cereals, wheat, rye. |
Vegetables (green or white).Potatoes (soak 10-12 hours). Cabbage (white, cauliflower, fresh). Parsley, dill, lettuce, zucchini, squash, fresh cucumbers (except greenhouse). Boiled carrots (individually). To reduce allergies, soak vegetables in cold water for 1-2 hours. |
Pumpkin, radish, rutabaga, tomato, tomato sauce, radish, sunflower seeds; eggplant, peas, beans, green beans, celery, raw onions, sorrel, pickles, sauerkraut. |
Fruit, berry (light color).Green apples, plums, white and yellow cherries, white grapes, green pears. Blueberries, blueberries, cranberries, plums. Older children: gooseberries, cranberries, bananas (individually). Fruit that is peeled, stored in the refrigerator, baked or in compote form is less likely to cause allergies. |
Strawberries, strawberries, raspberries, grapes (black, red), cherries. Peach, apricot, melon, persimmon, grapes, pineapple, mango, papaya, pomegranate, sea buckthorn. Canned fruit juices and juices. Citrus fruits (oranges, tangerines, lemons, kiwis, etc. ). |
Fat.Refined vegetable oil - up to 30 - 40 g (preferably corn oil or olive oil). |
Lard, animal fat, margarine. Fish (red and white, smoked and salted), canned fish. Caviar (red and black). Vinegar, mayonnaise, pepper, mustard, garlic, cinnamon, horseradish, savory dishes. |
Bread.Bread has bran. white (sugar-free) and black (sugar-free) bread; simple dryer, crackers, crackers, diabetic cookies. For older children - homemade yeast cakes without eggs, with plums or apples. Apple jam. Marshmallows (in small quantities). |
Chocolate, chocolate truffles, coffee, cocoa, cakes, rich breads and toasts, Tula gingerbread and honey, marshmallows, ice cream. Nuts, halva, honey. |
Meat.Beef (steamed, boiled). Rabbit, turkey. Horseflesh. Pork and lamb (lean). Specialized canned food for children. The allergenic activity of meat is reduced during freezing and subsequent thawing, soaking and prolonged cooking. The meat of young animals is more likely to cause allergies. |
Chicken, duck, goose. Chicken, meat, fish, mushroom broth. Pork, lamb (fatty). Veal. Hepatorenal. Mushroom. Sausages, sausages, offal, salami, ham, canned meat. If an allergy to cow's milk is detected, beef, veal and beef liver will be eliminated from the diet because cow's milk proteins have an antigenic affinity for cow tissue products. |
Drinks. Black tea (leaf, unsweetened, unflavored and without fruit additives). Still drinking water. Fruit juice (diluted with boiled water by 1/3) and juices from dried fruits, fresh fruits and berries are recommended above. |
Soft drink. Kvass. Canned food. Food additives (dyes, preservatives, emulsifiers, flavorings). Gum. |
In addition to a hypoallergenic diet, foods rich in histamine or histamine-releasing agents should be excluded from the diet of people with food allergies.
Foods rich in histamine:Pickled herring, strawberries, raspberries, peanuts, beans, game, brewer's yeast.
Histamine releasing agent:Sour cabbage, spinach, pork liver, smoked dry sausage, fermented cheese, mayonnaise, vinegar.
A hypoallergenic diet should be followed for at least 7-10 days. And if at the end of this period there is no noticeable improvement, you need to consult a doctor and carry out a series of tests. They will help determine the true cause of the allergy and distinguish it from intolerance.
I hope that this information will help you create comfortable and safe living conditions. Be healthy and take care of yourself!