13 Ways to Keep Spring Allergies From Taking Over Your Life

Be prepared for when you'll be most susceptible to allergies by checking the weather and pollen count ahead of time. Just type "pollen report" in your search engine and make sure to set it to your location. Mild to severe pollen reports or high winds will let you know if you should minimize your time outside that day.

"Do not plan to be outdoors during peak pollen time, and stay indoors on dry, windy days," allergist Stacey Galowitz, DO, said in another interview. "The best time to go outside is after a good rain, which helps clear pollen from the air."