Risk Factors Can Influence The Risk of Developing Perennial allergic rhinitis

Genetics are NOT the only risk factor for Perennial Allergic Rhinitis.
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis is believed to be caused by a combination of environmental, genetic and lifestyle factors. Now that you have learnt about your genetic risk, you can determine how aggressively you need to make lifestyle changes to reduce your risk.
The earlier in your life that you commit to living a healthy lifestyle, the more you can reduce your risk for or delay the development of Perennial Allergic Rhinitis.

Suggested Lifestyle Changes

Dietary Recommendations:

1. An antioxidant-rich diet (especially vitamin C) has been shown to reduce AR symptoms. Having this diet during childhood may contribute to prevention of AR. Examples of antioxidant-rich foods include citrus fruits (e.g. oranges, kiwi, grapefruit, lemons), grapes, blueberries, strawberries, beetroot, spinach, and beans.
2. Consume more fruits and vegetables daily as they have natural anti-inflammatory benefits. Studies found that individuals who ate lots of cooked vegetables, tomatoes and citrus fruits were less likely to experience shortness of breath, wheezing and other severe symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
3. Warm fluids like tea or soups may help to relieve nasal congestion and clear out the mucus.
4. Take probiotics like yogurt as they have been proven to have anti-inflammatory effects that reduce the symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
5. Consume food or beverages containing quercetin such as apples, onions and tea. Research has shown that quercetin is highly effective in fighting inflammation and providing allergy relief.
6. Add magnesium-rich foods into your diet. Magnesium is an antihistamine, which helps provide allergy relief. Examples of food sources include almonds, cashew nuts, and wheat bran.

Supplement Recommendations:

1. Keep your living and working environment clean to avoid relevant allergens (e.g. house dust mites, moulds, pet fur, pollens) and irritants (e.g. tobacco smoke) that trigger allergic rhinitis.
2. Vacuum carpets in home or office on a regular basis as they usually contain a large number of mites, dust, and moulds.

Lifestyle Recommendations:

1. Keep your living and working environment clean to avoid relevant allergens (e.g. house dust mites, moulds, pet fur, pollens) and irritants (e.g. tobacco smoke) that trigger allergic rhinitis.
2. Vacuum carpets in home or office on a regular basis as they usually contain a large number of mites, dust, and moulds.

Result Explanation Recommendations:

1. Incorporate 30-60 minutes of medium intensity exercises at least 3 to 5 times a week. Examples of exercises are cycling, swimming, and competitive sports.
2. Incorporate resistance training such as weight lifting and bodyweight exercises at least 3 times a week.
3. Consult a physical trainer to ensure safe training is maintained.