IF you're struggling with hayfever, your symptoms are likely to have become even worse this week. And while lots of people are turning to antihistamines to help, there are some other clever tips and tricks you can use to keep the sniffles and sneezes at bay - especially at nighttime. 4 If you've been struggling with hayfever, you're probably struggling to get a good night's sleep Credit: Getty 4 But sleep experts have said that chewing gum before bed can help reduce congestion Credit: Getty One such hack is to chew gum before bed, which can "help clear nasal passages and reduce congestion by promoting saliva production and swallowing", the sleep experts at Sleepseeker said.
This can then help "flush out allergens". And with a pack of a tub of 40 pieces of peppermint chewing gum at Poundland for £1, the hack works out at just 2p a pop - meaning it won't break the bank either. Another cheap as chips trick is to try drinking a cup of nettle tea before bed.
"Nettle is a natural antihistamine and anti-inflammatory herb that may help relieve hay fever symptoms such as nasal congestion and sneezing," they added. You can get nettle tea for as little as £3.50 in Holland & Barrett.
If you've got a bit more money to spend, then a silk pillowcase could be a good option. Using a silk pillowcase means they're less likely to "attract and hold onto allergens", when compared to cotton pillowcases. Most read in Fabulous LAST MEN STANDING Final Scotland Euros squad revealed as goalkeeper and .
