The Regina Georges Of The World Will Pay For Being Mean Later In Life, Study Promises This Gross Shower Maneuver Is Actually Really Good For Your Sex Life This Company Is Trying To One-Up Uber’s Kitten Delivery Service By Bringing You Champagne These Pants Could Stop Your iPhone From Dying This Is How You Stop A Burglary At A Sandwich Shop The End Of The Slutburger? To Feature Ronda Rousey In Newest Commercial Tue, Oct 21 2008 Did you know that bed bugs are tiny insects living that feed off human blood? They bite our skin and cause a small swollen welt and inflammation at the bite location. Their favorite hiding places are the pillows, bed frame, mattres and box spring, but clutter around the room give the bugs plenty of other spaces to live in. How does one get rid of bugs? Harvard University says you need a definite plan of attack. London Luxury approached me about a new collection of bed bug barrier beddings and asked me to try them. I was sent the Allergy Luxe Premium Bed Bug Barrier Pillow protector (standard), and the Allergy Luxe Premium Allergen Barrier travel pillow.

Here’s what London Luxury says about its product: In response to this growing problem Bed Bath & Beyond has just unveiled its Allergy Luxe® Premium Bed Bug Barrier bedding collection – scientifically designed to help protect against bed bugs. as well at Bed Bath & Beyond stores nationally the new product line includes soft and luxurious, ultra-hygienic mattress and pillow protectors designed to help prevent bed bug infestations.  With its reinforced seams and micro-zipper technology, the products ensure the most secure encasement and protection of any such products available at retail. London Luxury’s asthma & allergy friendly™ bedding products are among the first in the United States to receive the certification from AAFA and are uniquely engineered to function as an effective and proven barrier to dust mite, pet dander and other allergens, while still maintaining the highest levels of comfort and luxuriousness that consumers expect from top-of-the-line bedding.

The secret is in the engineering and construction The fabric of the pillow cover and travel pillow are very densely-woven and has a plastic-like “skin” on the wrong side of the fabric. If you have bed bugs or dust mites inside the mattress or pillow, this impenetrable/ non-breathable fabric would be the secret to preventing bed bugs from crawling out of them onto your skin. I thought that the pillow cover would be too warm on my neck, since it has that protective plastic-like barrier. Surprisingly, I was wrong. But it’s certainly not cotton, which is cooler to the skin and breathable. I also that with the waterproof fabric, my pillows get extra protection from fluids and spills. The fabrics were soft and feels very luxurious. There was no thread count given but it felt softer than at least 400 tc, compared to what my other 400 tc beddings feel like. The pillows are machine-washable. I was specially pleased that the travel pillow retained its shape after several loads to the washer.

(You know how pillows “crumble” after washing). The pillow cover washes well in very hot water, a necessity for allergy-protection to kill dust mites. I figured it needs to be washed right side up, so that the plastic barrier remains intact.ionic pro air purifier model # ca500b version 2 It has a lifetime warranty, which is a bonus especially with pillows. new age living cp3 commercial air purifierOf course, I can’t test the warranty as my review didn’t include that.air purifier mendinginkan udara The Allergy Luxe® Premium Bed Bug Barrier bedding collection is only sold at Bed, Bath and Beyond and could retail from $19.99 to $119.99. London Luxury also has other bedding and bath collection that are certified asthma & allergy friendly™ by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).

The bed bug barrier pillow is not certified, and there was no mention that the travel pillow has the certification, although it has a “Physician-recommended” seal on its packaging.As the hay fever season kicks in, an estimated 15 million sufferers will be desperate for relief from the symptoms of sore eyes, runny nose and sneezing. Experts predict higher than usual pollen counts this year, thanks to the combination of an extra-cold winter followed by a dry summer. With one in five sufferers taking time off work when symptoms are at their worst, it is estimated the surge could cost the economy more than £7 billion. Dr George Kassianos, a GP at Spire Windsor Clinic, says: 'Our practice sees at least 16 hay fever patients a day but if there has been a cold snap followed by a period of warmer weather then the numbers increase considerably.' An estimated 15million sufferers will be desperate for relief from the symptoms of sore eyes, runny nose sneezing Hay fever is a form of allergic rhinitis caused by plant pollen or spores.

Alongside inflammation of the nasal lining, the sinuses, throat and eyes are commonly affected. GPs may prescribe corticosteroid nasal spray, drops or tablets to dampen inflammation and provide temporary relief, but side effects such as weight gain and mood changes mean these can only be short-term measures. Immunotherapy has become increasingly popular. Relatively new, it involves gradually introducing the patient to small amounts of pollen via injection or tablet. As the body adjusts, the amount is slowly increased and any reaction should become less severe. This has been shown to improve tolerance of pollen and has long-term results, but it can take months or even years to be effective. 'Most sufferers use over-the-counter remedies,' says Dr Kassianos. ' There are many weird and wonderful products but I recommend a non - drowsy antihistamine, nose spray and eye drops.' So, which one is right for you? Here are 30 options that may help... Hailed as a breakthrough in hay fever treatment three years ago, this prescription-only pill contains an allergen extract of grass pollen.

It is still the only medical immunotherapy treatment that the patient can administer themselves at home. It is fast-dissolving  -  you put it under the tongue  -  and must be taken daily for three years to build up immunIty so that the immunological tolerance towards grass pollen is increased and the allergic symptoms reduced. This is an expensive treatment, but is available on the NHS for particularly severe sufferers of hay fever. The magnetic water wand The manufacturer claims that magnets are a powerful healing force and by placing the stainless steel wand with magnetic ball into a glass of water or any cold drink the ionising of the liquid can be healing, reducing the sufferer's reaction to pollen. Dry air exacerbates symptoms of hay fever as pollen thrives in it  -  this dinky humidifier re-moisturises the atmosphere and helps relieve sore eyes and nasal irritation. You can also add a favourite essential oil. An iPod-shaped device with two prongs that are inserted into the nostrils and beam two different wavelengths of red light  -  one promoting increased blood flow to the nasal passages, the second to suppress the cells that release histamine thus reducing inflammation.

It's been around for years, but this decongestant containing the fastacting oxymetazoline does unblock the nose effectively. Only use as directed on the box, as over-use can exacerbate the problem, leaving the nose tissue permanently swollen. These drops contain entomophile pollen, the type gathered by bees, which acts as an antidote to the anemophile pollen, the kind to which some sensitive people have a reaction. By fighting one pollen with another it is claimed that a hay fever sufferer's immune system can be desensitised. An organic nasal balm with organic beeswax applied to the base of the nostrils can help by trapping pollen before it can enter the respiratory system. Triple pack contains pots of Aloe Vera, Lavender and Pure. £13.90 for three 5ml pots, www.haymax.biz This pleasant-smelling spray is endorsed by Allergy UK as the only household cleaner to remove 90 per cent of allergens associated with pollen from hard surfaces. £1.99 from all supermarkets. This removes 99 per cent of airborne allergens.

It has a permanent filter that you simply vacuum every few months for maximum effect. Awarded the Allergy UK Seal of Approval. Daily multivitamin and mineral supplement contains pollen collected by forest honeybees and is rich in B vitamins and may help combat allergens. Sprinkle on cereal, fruit or yogurt. Particularly good for children  -  this chemical-free single duvet cover protects against dust mites which can live in the fibres of duvets. Also good for asthma and eczema sufferers. £24.75 for a single (double £33, king £37.12). Opticrom Hayfever eye drops Hay fever can cause the conjunctiva (the delicate membrane that covers the eye and inside of the eyelids) to become inflamed and irritated. The active ingredient in the product  -  sodium cromoglicate  -  works by reducing the allergic response and soothing irritated eyes. Marshmallow is said to soothe inflamed and irritated airways and throats. The capsules can be taken whole three times a day or split open and stirred into hot water.

Helps combat dryness in the atmosphere keeping the respiratory system moist so allergens are less likely to survive. A well-known traditional remedy, capsules made from freeze-dried nettle leaves may reduce sneezing and itching. A traditional treatment for respiratory system complaints was a salt-mine atmosphere. Using salt from the Transylvanian Praid Salt Mine, this inhaler claims to bring relief from respiratory symptoms associated with hay fever. A nutritional supplement that contains Perilla  -  a member of the mint family  -  which, it is claimed, can inhibit the release of histamine, oxygenating the tissues of the respiratory tract and reducing the intensity of the allergic reaction. Shell Home Air Purifier System This unusual looking air-purifier uses water and essential oils to clean the air, and makers claim it removes contaminants such as allergens. Also humidifies the room to dampen down dust in which allergens thrive. Place the machine-washable band  -  in pink or brown  -  just underneath the elbow joint.

It utilises the 'Qu-Chi' point used by acupunture practitioners, that is specifically linked to the face and sinuses. One size fits all. The most widely-known of antihistamines, these capsules contain chlorphenamine which does cause drowsiness but can be helpful if given to children at night. A syrup for babies is also available. £3.39/30 tablets from all pharmacies. Soothing nasal decongestant in a balm containing essential oils, it can also be rubbed on to the lips, throat and chest. Qu-Chi Hayfever Relief Band Quercetin is found naturally in fruit rind (particularly citrus) and is one of several bioflavonoids  -  plant compounds  -  with antiinflammatory, antioxidant and antihistamine properties. It inhibits the production and release of histamine and helps to regulate the production of cortisone, the body's natural anti-inflammatory hormone. Contains a corticosteroid, an effective anti-inflammatory which reduces swelling and irritation in the nose building up a protective effect.