What You Need To Know About Allergies ? (2)

Airborne particles

Most people's allergies fall into the "airborne particles" category.

Of these, the most common are:

Dust mites: These microscopic insects are all around us and feed off dead skin cells. They live in bedding, upholstery and carpets.

Pollen: Pollen allergies are sometimes called hay fever and are caused by the greenish powder produced by plants for fertilization.

Mold: Mold usually grows in bathrooms or damp basements, but any dark and damp environment can be a breeding ground.

Pets: A pet's good grooming may mean bad news to an allergy sufferer. The animal's saliva produced while licking later dries and a protein in the saliva floats in the air and sticks to fabric or furniture.

Cockroaches: Besides being a pest with a high "ick" factor, cockroaches can trigger allergies and asthma with their droppings, saliva or bodies themselves.