"Fluffy, yet supportive, this is the pillow you’ll want to wake up on in the morning if you’re getting frequently stuffy noses or sneezing through the night." -Sage Anderson, Rolling Stone
“If you find yourself unable to get through the night without a sneezy, stuffy nose, then the problem might actually be exacerbated by your choice of bedding. Believe it or not, even after the dust settles, you could still be feeling it — dust mites are the most common cause of allergies from house dust, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. These tiny pests thrive in your bedding, pillows, and sheets, feeding off dead skin cells and can actually send your allergy symptoms haywire.” -Sage Anderson
We’re proud to share that our AllerEase Cotton Fresh Pillow was rated Rolling Stone’s Best Pillow for Allergies!
AllerEase Launches 2023 Fall Allergy Campaign
“All that time they could have protected me – and themselves – with the number one-selling AllerEase mattress protector!"
Allergy season is upon us again, even though it feels like it never ended. To generate awareness for another fall season full of ragweed pollen and other allergens, AllerEase has launched its third annual National television and digital marketing campaign to educate consumers about the benefits of using mattress and pillow protectors. With mattress protectors that block 99.9% of dirt, dust, and allergens, AllerEase is this season’s must-have. Learn more and watch the commercial in Home Textiles Today: https://www.hometextilestoday.com/brands-amp-marketing/american-textile-company-tickles-the-funny-bone-to-promote-protectors/
American Textile Company taking dual action against allergens!
“Our new ‘AllerEase CleanBoost’ products will be the first-ever solution to offer dual-action protection against allergens,” noted Patrick Seiffert, SVP of product development and marketing at ATC.
“By combining our expertise in allergen barrier bedding with HeiQ’s revolutionary fabric technology, we are proud to introduce a product that not only blocks inanimate allergens but also reduces them on and around the bedding.”
American Textile Company is proud to introduce upgraded bedding products with ground-breaking HeiQ Allergen* Tech! This new collaboration will bring deeper relief to allergy sufferers under the renowned brands AllerEase®, the No. 1 selling allergy bedding solution in North America, and Sealy®, the No. 1 selling overall bedding brand. Products featuring HeiQ Allergen* Tech will be available in the market in 2024, marketed under ATC’s own CleanBoost™ technology name.
*Inanimate allergens such as house dust mite matter & pet allergens.
Everything You Need to Know About Indoor Allergens
“Indoor allergens are lurking all over your home and often go unnoticed, which can cause irritation for the 50 million Americans who suffer from allergies.”
“Indoor allergens are lurking all over your home and often go unnoticed, which can cause irritation for the 50 million Americans who suffer from allergies.”
Summary:
Allergens lurk indoors all year, not just seasonally
The biggest source of indoor allergens are pet dander and dust mites
There are many steps one can take to manage indoor allergens
If you’re an allergy sufferer, fall and spring bring the onset of those all too familiar symptoms: runny nose, itchy eyes, and congestion. Don’t be fooled, it’s not just the spring blooms or fall ragweed causing irritation. Indoor allergens are lurking all over your home all year and often go unnoticed, which can cause problems for the 50 million Americans who suffer from allergies.
Identifying the Types of Indoor Allergens
One of the top sources of indoor allergens is pet dander that sheds from our furry friends, mainly dogs and cats. Other sources of indoor allergens include dust mites that can build up on surfaces, pollen that gets swept in from outside and mold that can build up in damp areas like bathrooms and the kitchen.
Controlling Indoor Allergies
When it comes to managing indoor allergies, having a plan of attack is vital. One of the most important steps to take is controlling dust mites. These little creatures linger everywhere, so be sure to keep surfaces and floors clear and uncluttered, avoid wall-to-wall carpet, choose washable rugs and curtains, and be sure to avoid heavy drapes or overstuffed fabric.
Keeping Pet Dander at Bay
Vacuuming frequently is also important for managing the amount of indoor allergens in your home. With pets, vacuuming 1-2 times a week is essential for controlling the spread of their dander. Other ways to help prevent dander buildup include washing and changing their bedding and toys, closing doors to bedrooms when not home, and regularly bathing and grooming your pet.
Incorporating Allergen-Barrier Bedding
Using allergen-barrier bedding can be instrumental in helping alleviate indoor allergies since they work to block out dust mites, bed bugs and pet dander from getting trapped in your mattress and pillows. AllerEase pillow and mattress protectors are a smart choice given its tightly woven fabric blocks 99.9% of allergens, making it almost impossible for allergens to slip through and cause irritation. Washing your bedding in 120°F water or hotter is also key to keeping your sleeping space allergen-free.
Kicking Mold to the Curb
Reducing moisture in the bathroom, kitchen and other areas where water is present is essential to preventing mold spores. To avoid mold, fix all leaks and other causes of damp areas, don’t run showers for a long time before bathing, and use dehumidifiers. If you do see mold on a surface, throw on a high-quality mask and clean it immediately, and clean it regularly to keep it from returning.
Improving Indoor Air
Poor indoor air quality can also lead to worsened allergy symptoms. Consider investing in a high-grade air purifier that can help reduce the amount of airborne particles from your home’s indoor environment, ultimately increasing the overall air quality.
While they might not always be visible to the naked eye, indoor allergens are always lurking inside. Luckily, taking these preventative steps can reduce the indoor allergen triggers in your home to help you and your family breathe in a collective sigh of relief.
Why Allergen-Barrier Products Are Essential Amid Worsening Allergy Seasons
“By 2100, researchers estimate the pollen season could start up to 40 days earlier, last 19 days longer, and annual pollen emissions in the U.S. could increase by 40 percent.”
“By 2100, researchers estimate the pollen season could start up to 40 days earlier, last 19 days longer, and annual pollen emissions in the U.S. could increase by 40 percent.”
Summary:
Warmer global temperatures are extending and intensifying allergy seasons
Bedding collects irritants that can exacerbate allergy symptoms
AllerEase allergen-barrier bedding is key to managing symptoms
There are lots of things detracting from a good night’s rest, but if you’re an allergy sufferer, you may be two times more likely to have insomnia than individuals without allergies. Considering new research showing allergy seasons are getting longer and more intense, getting a good night’s rest as an allergy sufferer may feel daunting. Fortunately, blocking indoor irritants at the source by using allergen-barrier bedding products can help those with allergies get better sleep.
Longer, More Intense Allergy Seasons Looming
New research from the journal Nature Communications indicates climate change is intensifying allergy season. By 2100, researchers estimate the pollen season could start up to 40 days earlier, last 19 days longer, and annual pollen emissions in the U.S. could increase by 40 percent. For those already impacted by seasonal allergies, managing symptoms will become increasingly critical year-round. Read more here.
How Allergies Impact Sleep
Allergies can impact nearly every aspect of life including at night. Those who suffer from allergies may have more trouble falling asleep and staying asleep thanks to pesky symptoms such as sneezing, congestion, watery eyes and an itchy nose. Routine poor sleep can increase your risk of other chronic conditions such as heart disease, obesity and type 2 diabetes, according to the CDC.
Finding Relief with Allergen-Barrier Products
Your mattress, pillow and other fiber-filled bedding items have the tendency to collect dust mites, pollen, pet dander and other irritants that trigger allergy symptoms. If you’re affected by allergies, incorporating allergen-barrier products such as mattress and pillow protectors to block out allergens is vital, especially among worsening allergy seasons. Read more here.
Why AllerEase is the Right Choice
When it comes to choosing the right products, AllerEase – America’s No. 1 allergen-barrier bedding brand – is the smart choice. AllerEase uses tightly woven fabrics to fully encase pillows and mattresses blocking 99.9% of allergens. What’s more, while most allergen-barrier bedding on the market is woven down to 13 microns, AllerEase’s specialty designed fabric takes it a step further by going down to six microns. For context, pollen grains are typically 30 microns in diameter, dust mites are 20 microns in diameter and pet dander can often be less than 10 microns in diameter. AllerEase’s tightly woven fabric makes it extremely tough for allergens to pass through, collect in bedding, and haunt your slumber. If you’re an allergy sufferer, allergen-barrier bedding products are increasingly important to everyday management and relief. Explore AllerEase’s wide range of mattress and pillow protectors and other key products here.
“According to the American Sleep Association, clean sleep, also known as sleep hygiene, is defined as the practices and habits one can create to promote good sleep on a regular basis.”
“According to the American Sleep Association, clean sleep, also known as sleep hygiene, is defined as the practices and habits one can create to promote good sleep on a regular basis.”
Summary:
Quality sleep is essential to overall health and well-being
Clean sleep includes the practices and habits that promote better sleep
Sticking to a bedtime routine and improving your sleep environment can help enhance sleep quality
What Does Clean Sleep Mean?
From clean eating to clean beauty and clean lifestyles, people are increasingly gravitating toward more natural, less processed, and more wholesome habits that may promote better overall health. So, how does clean sleep fit into this trend?
According to the American Sleep Association, clean sleep, also known as sleep hygiene, is defined as, “the practices and habits one can create to promote good sleep on a regular basis.” Simply put, clean sleep is about prioritizing your sleep health for your greater well-being.
Why Quality Sleep is Important
Sleep is vital to overall health, so if you’re not consistently getting quality sleep, it can reduce productivity and increase the chances for mishaps (think: motor accidents). Regular poor sleep can even have an influence on basic patterns of behavior that affect family health and interpersonal relationships. If ignored, ongoing poor sleep habits can lead to sleep disorders, which are associated with an increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.
How Can You Improve Your Sleep Health?
Stick to a Routine: Implementing a sleep routine can be key to achieving better sleep. Research shows going to bed at the same time each night and waking up at the same time every morning, including on the weekends, can aid in better quality sleep.
Avoid Devices and Vices: Shut down electronic screens 30-45 minutes before bed since the blue light they emit can suppress the secretion of melatonin, the key hormone that controls sleep. Instead of watching TV or scrolling through your phone, consider picking up a book or listening to a calming podcast. It’s also recommended to avoid caffeine, alcohol and tobacco before bed as those can also disrupt quality sleep.
Improve Your Sleep Environment: A clean, relaxing sleep environment is an easy way to help achieve a better night’s rest. Consider implementing simple measures like washing your bedding in water 130°F or hotter weekly and using allergen-barrier bedding like AllerEase. AllerEase bedding products block up to 99.9% of allergens such as dust mites, bed bugs and other irritants that can disrupt sleep. What’s more, many AllerEase products are hot water washable which makes removing bacteria, dirt, and surface allergens a breeze, and AllerEase pillows can even be safely re-fluffed in your dyer!
Stay Active During the Day: While it might sound counterintuitive, regular exercise and physical activity during the day can help you to fall asleep easier at night and stay asleep longer. However, try to wrap rigorous physical activity before 2:00p.m. to ensure it doesn’t disrupt sleep later at night.
Taking the time to establish healthy habits, including those to achieve cleaner sleep, will benefit your overall health for years to come.
