PREP FOR ALLERGY SEASON

An estimated one in five Canadians lives with allergic rhinitis (seasonal allergies). When the pollen count goes up, lock down your sneezing and watery eyes with one of these seasonal fixes.

1 When you need immediate relief

from itchy, watery eyes and a scratchy nose, try an extra-strength over-the-counter option that gets to work in just 20 minutes. Reactine Extra Strength, $26, shoppersdrugmart.ca.

2 Take a daily highpotency

multistrain probiotic, recommends Sara Celik, a Toronto naturopath. Research shows this supplement can lessen congestion and nasal itching. Renew Life Ultimate Flora, $35, renewlife.ca.

3 So long, sniffles and sneezes.

Roll on this 100-percent-natural remedy for relief from allergy symptoms. The travel-friendly threepiece set will help you breathe easier at home, work or the cottage. Saje Sniffle & Allergy Care Kit, $37, saje.com.